do you still contribute for literature, give to the worldwide work, kingdom hall fund or contribute towards the upkeep of your local kh?
if you do - why?.
I figured out the number of publishers against the expenses of the hall monthly, that way I contribute only our share (my hubby is a heavy hitter in there). So I don't contribute anymore than I have to.
It's still one heck of a good deal when compared to the poor fools shelling out 10% of their hard earned cash to their pastors. No way!
DY
mind control.
when one is a member of a group such as jehovahs witnesses, it is not possible to be aware of the degree to which personal freedoms that are normally taken for granted are lost.
the mind-control techniques used by the watchtower society are by no means unique.
It's just a way of life, quite a different lifestyle than mainstream; with many pros and cons, just like any other lifestyle.
Too many people obsess with it, when it's neither useful nor necessary; such a waste of valuable time to do so.
Enjoy what you all have, and leave the others be already!
DY
i know what the witness response is to this but what do you say now?.
I struggle with that very question often. What helps me cope is to understand that God has a time set up already for when he'll take up action, and his view of such time is much different than we humans look at it.
DY - I still struggle terribly with the waiting while all the suffering goes on.
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
