i understand that a good jw must not be friends with anyone who is not in the society.
however, i am under the impression that in real life that gets sort of swept under the rug and jw's have friends outside anyways.
is my impression correct?
I have excellent friends that aren't JWs; helps me keep a good balance. However, these friends aren't JW haters. They know I'm a JW, perhaps not as dedicated a JW as some, nevertheless we respect one another's viewpoint and actions.
I truly enjoy having non-JW friends; always will have them, as there are very good people outside of the Organization. The JW fanatics don't agree, though.
DY
still not sure the jw's are wrong on blood?.
still not sure the jw's are wrong on blood?
still not sure the jw's are wrong on blood?
If not for the blood issue, I'm sure many find other stuff why to leave this religion; hey, it's a personal choice and right where and what to worship. Nevertheless, the 'no blood consumption' in any way, shape or form is one of the clearest teachings throughout the whole Bible. It's not the Society's point of view, but rather a biblical teaching that cannot be obscured, although many will continue to try.
DY
"we should be mindful".
grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
Calling people 'worldly' is not good; I prefer 'non-believers' myself.
DY
horrible.
another life gone because of stupid ot biblical rules.. http://www.independent.ie/national-news/refusing-blood-cost-jehovahrsquos-witness-her-life-1980879.html.
absolutely horrible... perhaps more so because it is so close to home..
You know... BIG FREAKIN' DEAL, alright?!
How many others die on a daily basis, even after having administered the blood, or whatever any other meds that doctors think will save that person's life?! How about keeping a tally of that you 'blood issue' geniuses?!
How about the medical testimony of how people heal much better and faster without blood?! How about accentuating the positive stuff, huh?! How about how the medicine world has been revolutionized by the stance JWs and others took in not accepting blood?! How about emphasizing on all the adverse effects of obtaining blood transfusions?!
BIG FUDGING DEAL!!!
DY
i know it was over ten years but it occured today that it was the first time i was shocked by the reaction of the the dubs.
the general opinion seemed to be that yes it was "sad" ... but actauly it was very good news that she had been killed now, because that meant that she would get a resserection!
and of course seeing that she had led such an immoral life, she would never have survived armargeddon had she lived!.
In my congregation there was this feeling of sadness among many; Princess Diana was such a loved, gentle soul. I was sad, and so were many in my cong. I still get sad when I think of her life cut short.
Also, when Michael Jackson died, there were many visible sad about it. His music touched so many in such a profound way. Loved him.
I don't know, maybe my congregation is unique that way; we're a bunch of really caring people.
DY
Welcome!
DY
do you tip these workers?
my yard guy has been great, and i have given him a few tips throughout the year.
today was his last lawn day before christmas.
As a matter of fact, yes, I do tip my post person and my trash pick up people. It's my thanks for the year of service gift; nothing to do with the holidays.
DY
i was raised in from about 10. mum contacted by door to door work.
oz.
Raised in. 3rd generation too!
Extremely difficult to get out as the roots are deep and intertwined pretty good.
I'm making the best of it, and overall is not that bad at all.
DY
we use to joke around and use the line from danny deveto on romancing the stone where he is asking michael dougless when he is coming back, soon very soon as a way to make fun of the believers who would keep telling us on stage the end was soon very soon.
they started this after the 75 and 2000 failure.
what are they saying now?.
Very close... Closer... The closest ever!!!
"The sky is falling! The sky is falling!"
All the time!!!
DY
over the last 3 years i've gotten much faster at making a wt article look "studied".. .
how fast can you get one ready for inspection by snoopy elders and microphone handlers?.
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It takes me a good 1/2 hour. I'm quick at marking the answers, but then I really like to read the biblical quotes that don't sound familiar.
You see, I want to provide a good example should some new ones sit around me and happen to look over my magazine; also it helps with brownie points when the higher ups and the brothers passing the microphones see that I've taken time to 'prepare' myself for a meeting.
Don't you all just love the drill?! (sarcastic smiles)
DY
