daniel prophesied that god would “set up a kingdom” that would “never be destroyed” and would “stand for ever” (daniel 2:44).
in making this prophecy, he spoke of the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints... and it will continue to progress until it has “filled the whole earth”... hundreds of thousands of people are baptized every year.
the book of mormon is being translated in many languages.
This contrasts greatly with what you see from most JWs, who very much convey the impression of people who are just going through the motions.
It's easier to have energy for something when it's a temporary "mission". JWs have to do it every week until they die, therefore the pioneer walk.
daniel prophesied that god would “set up a kingdom” that would “never be destroyed” and would “stand for ever” (daniel 2:44).
in making this prophecy, he spoke of the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints... and it will continue to progress until it has “filled the whole earth”... hundreds of thousands of people are baptized every year.
the book of mormon is being translated in many languages.
Daniel prophesied that God would “set up a kingdom” that would “never be destroyed” and would “stand for ever” (Daniel 2:44). In making this prophecy, he spoke of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints... and it will continue to progress until it has “filled the whole earth”... Hundreds of thousands of people are baptized every year. The Book of Mormon is being translated in many languages. Temples are being built throughout the world... No other organization can compare to it.
Enough said, right? (from LDS website)
on 30 may, a judge of the court of quebec ruled on a case of watch tower's non-compliance with film classification rules.
the society was prosecuted for showing the story of josiah movie during the 2019 summer convention in quebec city, without it first being examined by the age rating authority, an offence punishable by fine of up to ca$2800 for the first time and up to ca$14,000 subsequently.
the offence was indeed committed, the court found, but the law in question violates religious freedom, freedom of expression and parental freedom of jehovah's witnesses and therefore doesn't apply to the defendant.
Canada's government is just getting worse and worse.
dear leamington spa and warwick elders.
i wanted to thank you for your letter that has set me free.
you have finally confirmed to me how ignorant you are as an elder body.. you should all be ashamed of yourselves as elders.. .
I think the truth is somewhere in the middle. As a Christian, fellowship with other Christians is an inseparable part of the package. BUT the part to lose is loyalty to a DENOMINATION, which ultimately equates to following men, puts a roadblock between the individual and Christ, and violates the specific scripture that says 'sects' are part of the earthly things to avoid.
dear leamington spa and warwick elders.
i wanted to thank you for your letter that has set me free.
you have finally confirmed to me how ignorant you are as an elder body.. you should all be ashamed of yourselves as elders.. .
Lots of great information in there. I hope at least one retains just enough to wake up.
i thought of posting this in the 1914 thread, but the apologists are already hijacking that.
when i was writing "armageddon's disciples" i wanted to set it within an apocalyptic religion struggling with failed prophecy.
as the books evolved i kept updating the dates for that failed prophecy.. one early version went this way: .
As they say, it sounds strange "on paper"........ but truth is stranger than fiction!
i had a luncheon yesterday with and aunt and cousin.
the only reason i went, and endured it, was because my father who can’t drive wanted to see them.
as i sat there eating the lunch at the restaurant, i couldn’t help think how totally oblivious they are to what’s going on, in an ever expanding organisation of the happiest people on earth.
"Apostates" in here showing all this compassion for older JWs, yet those same JWs wouldn't do the same.
i still remember the first time i commented on this board with nervous fingers barely able to press the keys.
what triggered my entry into the forbidden was the orchestrated disfellowshipping of my then 21 year old son.. well, he's now 51, with a supportive wife, two genius sons who will never see the inside of a kingdom hall.. my first wife of 49.5 years, loyal and supportive to a fault, passed away 5 years ago.. in 2019 i married a young filipina, 33 years my junior, a nominal catholic.
my life with her has simply been amazing and i treasure every moment.
Yes I agree worship can have a clarity and serenity to it once you mentally get off the JW wheel. Congrats and best wishes.
Medication, video editing software and spare time, a disastrous combination.
this made me chuckle.
a new song that they are encouraged to practice for the convention.. “ we know your day will come, sure as the rising sun.
no matter how long it takes , it will not be late” …………... it is based on habakkuk 2 , we discussed this in depth around 1973/1974.
