Puppylove,
I thought for sure the congregation would be generous with me. I didn't necessarily *need* anything, but surely Jehovah would let me see how
It was this comment of Lisa's I addressed. The fact that many pioneers may or may not be neglected was not my point. I was addressing the idea that a pioneer would EXPECT the congregation to be generous simply because they are a pioneer, and that this would be a sign of Jehovah's blessing upon their work.
Many pioneers are young, still living at home. There are also many wives who pioneer and their support is fully funded by their husbands. Should these people also expect the congregation's financial help or other considerations as proof of God's blessing? ( remember many JWs have died in defense of their faith, yet because I decide to pioneer God is obligated to take care of ME?)
My point is that what is stated on this thread may be the truth but it is not the "truth" for all congregations and all pioneers. I have known brothers who have financially supported struggling pioneers, who have gone out of their way to help them continue in their service even to funding the purchase of a car.
It's very fashionable here to kick JWs, but not all JWs deserve to be kicked!
IW