Posts by stuckinarut2

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JW/Mormon slogan parallel

by neat blue dog in

just came across a meme of the leader of the mormon church (lds) saying "believe, obey and endure".

it just reminded me of the jw mantra "listen, obey and be blessed".

😂.

stuckinarut2

Great opening post! That expression is eerily similar indeed!

The comparisons are many. I have started some threads over the years about it.

On their website, they have a section for all ages, including cartoon characters similar to Caleb and sophia. They have mini movie dramas, they have lectures from the GB equivalent leaders...

Spend some time on their sites (there are several sites) and the similarities are there.

Seeing these things was one thing that helped me to see that "Jehovah's organisation " is NOT that unique as we were always told.

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we all know of the well used scripture that speaks of "a three-fold cord" in marriage.. sure, it is meant to indicate that any marriage that has "god" in it as the foundation of the couple's life will be successful.

but how often have we noticed that what it really means for witnesses is that the society, or the gb has the right to be an unwelcome and nosey intruder in the lives of couples.

every decision that family unit makes is influenced by the organisation.

stuckinarut2

Good point oneeyedjoe!

You are actually on to something there! The context does give it a different meaning to what were always told it meant....

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New Light - God chose the Bible students as his org long BEFORE the official inspection in 1919

by doubtfull1799 in

was watching this recently done new history of the society - here it is on youtube if you missed it when it first came out:.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv82k1z7n_4&feature=youtu.be.

lots of contradictory and nutty comments - for instance stating one minute that 1914 proved such a faith strengthening event because it fulfilled all their predictions, how encouraged they were, and then a few minutes later claiming the opposite - that many were disappointed and shocked because their expectations were not met!.

stuckinarut2

Great points and great summary Doubtful1799!

Thank you for sharing!

Yes, the illogical reasoning is mind blowing! It is clear that the Organisation speaks out of both sides of its mouth, and changes history to suit whatever narrative they currently want to push...

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New Song to be sung for Warwick Dedication on Oct 7

by Drearyweather in

jw
friends

a place that will bring you praise.

https://tv.jw.org/#en/mediaitems/latestvideos/pub-jwb_201801_8_video.

stuckinarut2

Holy freakin' hell.....

That is simply awful......

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Parents who try to make you feel guilty.

by NJ501 in

when parents say all the things we've done for you and your not doing anything for us in return like going to meetings, witnessing, answering up etc... how do you respond to parents?.

stuckinarut2

Simply offer them this brief statement:

"Dad, Mom, I am very thankful that you raised me to value truth and honesty in all things. You taught me the importance of using my God given brain to ensure that I never betray my conscience. Thank you. It is for this reason that I have chosen to step aside from the Organization."

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A "Three-fold cord"?

by stuckinarut2 in

we all know of the well used scripture that speaks of "a three-fold cord" in marriage.. sure, it is meant to indicate that any marriage that has "god" in it as the foundation of the couple's life will be successful.

but how often have we noticed that what it really means for witnesses is that the society, or the gb has the right to be an unwelcome and nosey intruder in the lives of couples.

every decision that family unit makes is influenced by the organisation.

stuckinarut2

We all know of the well used scripture that speaks of "a three-fold cord" in marriage.

Sure, it is meant to indicate that any marriage that has "God" in it as the foundation of the couple's life will be successful.

But how often have we noticed that what it really means for witnesses is that the Society, or the GB has the right to be an unwelcome and nosey intruder in the lives of couples. Every decision that family unit makes is influenced by the Organisation. Whether it be the house they buy, the car they drive, or the jobs they take. Then of course, it affects the personal intimacies of a family.

So, really, does an organisation have the right to be an intrusive third wheel in a relationship? Do they really have the right to impose their views on a family unit?

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New light!.....DFed without being DFed

by Tight Pants Twinkle Toes in

it now appears that the wt can df you just by marking you.

this happened to my me and my wife a few week ago.

a marking talk was given at the mid-week meeting in which no names were mentioned yet a detailed description of the "offending bastards" was delivered so that there as no doubt who this "pond scum" might be.

stuckinarut2

Quote to remember:

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New light!.....DFed without being DFed

by Tight Pants Twinkle Toes in

it now appears that the wt can df you just by marking you.

this happened to my me and my wife a few week ago.

a marking talk was given at the mid-week meeting in which no names were mentioned yet a detailed description of the "offending bastards" was delivered so that there as no doubt who this "pond scum" might be.

stuckinarut2

It seems that this pattern of behaviour is repeated the world over by the society...

It really is so messed up! Such abusive behaviour. It seems many of us have been subjected to the same stuff.

As has been said though, if we run into any witness in the street, show by our happy demeanour that we are not the ones with the problem.

"The best revenge is to live a happy and successful life!"

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JW Elder fired from bank for privacy violation regarding fellow JW employee

by Zoos in

"thou shalt spy on and report your brothers and sisters to hq.".

https://www.tv6tnt.com/news/local/industrial-court-finds-there-are-limits-to-freedom-of-religion/article_5a485b94-a327-11e7-9c32-57b15184bc6a.html.

editor's note: due to the nature of this story we've changed the names of the parties involved.

stuckinarut2

Bravo!

It seems that "Satan's System" understands what APPROPRIATE BOUNDARIES are!

(I would love to take legal action against the sister that worked for us and delved through our computer during work time, found this site and reported our research to the elders! I have it on good authority that she would face some serious legal charges...)

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New light!.....DFed without being DFed

by Tight Pants Twinkle Toes in

it now appears that the wt can df you just by marking you.

this happened to my me and my wife a few week ago.

a marking talk was given at the mid-week meeting in which no names were mentioned yet a detailed description of the "offending bastards" was delivered so that there as no doubt who this "pond scum" might be.

stuckinarut2

Thanks for the thread post TPTT.

Its really a very cowardly move when we think about it. Slander someone's name and reputation, yet allow them no chance to repudiate the malicious rumours or embellished stories!

It smacks of a desperate high control regime who feels they have the right to ruin the lives of those who choose to simply stand up for Truth and Honesty.

Well, when I say "ruin the lives" , that would only occur if we actually cared about what a bunch of conditional ex friends gossip about....