Posts by Gustv Cintrn

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Why do Jw's have to pay for CO's expenses?
by nolongerconfused in
1. watchtower
2. beliefs
this is something that has always bothered me!.

why do rank and file have to pay for co's do's expenses, car, health insurance, meals, etc, etc...?.

didn't the apostle paul say that all christians have to be self sufficient and work?, not depending on anyone else and cause a burden?.
Gustv Cintrn

The clear and correct answer to that question is: Because these people are the paid clergy of our religion.

No surprise. Every religion or group has these individuals; it is necessary as these men keep us all in line with the Org's purpose.

Any CO that has left his post for whatever reason, has done a great disservice to himself. Where else will anyone find a better gig than that?! All expenses paid, new vehicle every 3 yrs, health insurance, plus plenty of cash courtesy of our faithful men worshipers.

GC
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How good a commincator are you on this site?
by new hope and happiness in
1. jw
2. friends
me i try my best but my spelling is bad and some times i get missunerstood...any funny exsperiences?.

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Gustv Cintrn

It is of no consequence. This is just a venting site of sorts; good points will fall on deaf ears, and reasoning is non existent.

For the 'intellectuals' in their own minds, the likes of Minimus, Blondie, Terri, etc., this site is a good tool to keep them occupied as they seem to have only time in their hands with nothing better to accomplish.

So, thanks for this outlet!

GC
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To be or not to be Anointed: it's all a bunch of lies and make belief anyways
by goingthruthemotions in
1. jw
2. friends
i always thought that when someone says they are anointed or the anointed....it has and still does conjour up the image of dungeons and dragons.

all fantasy!!!!!!.

it's all make belief and bulls&&t !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
Gustv Cintrn

My whole life in the Org I've seen quite a few mentally messed up, taking up meds that made them hallucinate, which claimed to be of the anointed kind. Yeah right!

I tend to hold suspect anyone that claims heavenly ambitions. It's just not normal, you know.

GC
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Pedophilia: A Disorder, Not a Crime (NYTimes)
by NewYork44M in
1. watchtower
2. child-abuse
Gustv Cintrn

Littlerockguy,

No, calling any one individual 'immoral' is merely an opinion; a judgement is of more consequential, has more of a price to pay. I don't extend judgement in the way of treating all with respect and courtesy.

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Cofty,

Desires/tendencies can be built-in, but behaviors is what matters. Either nature or nurture, I stand by my belief that God will do the right thing and grant pardon to those that cannot help themselves. Only he knows what the future holds for us all.

In this day and age, my stance is quite unpopular and unspoken. I get it.

GC
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Pedophilia: A Disorder, Not a Crime (NYTimes)
by NewYork44M in
1. watchtower
2. child-abuse
Gustv Cintrn

Although I have my quandaries as to why would a supreme being allow certain humans to be born with these built-in tendencies and then punish them for it, I trust in his word and that in the end he'll do the right thing.

According to the Bible, he can read hearts and know intentions full well, something we cannot do; perhaps these people that cannot help themselves will be given a second change with different emotions in his just new world. Only he knows what the future will hold for us all. In the meantime, I stand by my belief in regards to homosexuality plus the other behaviors I mentioned above.

Following also biblical guidance, I do not act according to my belief when dealing with homosexuals or other immoral people. They are in my family, in my place of work, in my neighborhood. I shall treat them with respect and let the Supreme being who allowed this to exist pass judgement.

GC
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Pedophilia: A Disorder, Not a Crime (NYTimes)
by NewYork44M in
1. watchtower
2. child-abuse
Gustv Cintrn

DJS,

I understand is tough to e-hear this truth, especially when one is affected by it.

It's totally worth the great effort to control these unhealthy habits. Really. It can be done.

GC
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Jehovah's Witnesses Respond To Ebola - What do you think?
by toweragent in
1. watchtower
2. beliefs
http://www.jw.org/en/news/releases/by-region/world/jehovahs-witnesses-respond-2014-ebola-outbreak/.

i usually find most of what they post on the news or updates section of the website repulsive or even nauseating.

but i really thought this was nice of them to finally be proactive in something like this.. the article even mentions helping non-witnesses as well.
Gustv Cintrn

God and his celestial Org are all merely standing by at this time, still contemplating how government by mankind is working out for us all; how we're all doing by opting to live outside of his rulership.

God continues to give us enough rope until we've about killed ourselves, along with his whole creation; and still we continue to blame him for our own doing.

In his designated time he'll interfere and set things exactly how he wants them. Hopefully, I'll get to live under his interpretation of what's good for mankind, if not, then I'm sure it'll be just fine in the end for many.

GC
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Pedophilia: A Disorder, Not a Crime (NYTimes)
by NewYork44M in
1. watchtower
2. child-abuse
Gustv Cintrn
Hi,

There are many human inclinations that, when acted out, can become either a crime or plain unacceptable behavior; among them, I believe are:
- Pedophelia
- Homosexuality
- Nymphomania
- Kleptomania
- Murderous/Extreme rage behavior
- Some OCDs
Sometimes these tendencies are built-in, sometimes acquired; nevertheless, one must exert self control and do what is correct for one's own health and well being. It can be accomplished, but it takes great effort and help from the power that is more than normal, according to scriptures.

GC
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So I'm going through a really difficult time right now.
by scaredtospeak in
1. jw
2. experiences
i was publicly reproved last year and the elders have taken their sweet time in reinstating my "privileges".

it's been six months and i can't answer at the meetings or participate in the theocratic ministry school.

in all honesty- i don't care about the privileges.
Gustv Cintrn

Scaredtospeak,

Get an education, continue on building a non-JW network through work/school. Move out and on with your life. The JW lifestyle is obviously not right for you at this stage of your life.

GC
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Jehovah's Witnesses Respond To Ebola - What do you think?
by toweragent in
1. watchtower
2. beliefs
http://www.jw.org/en/news/releases/by-region/world/jehovahs-witnesses-respond-2014-ebola-outbreak/.

i usually find most of what they post on the news or updates section of the website repulsive or even nauseating.

but i really thought this was nice of them to finally be proactive in something like this.. the article even mentions helping non-witnesses as well.
Gustv Cintrn

Toweragent,

The article reads: In Sierra Leone, an announcement aired on a local radio station outlining how Jehovah’s Witnesses helped their members and non-Witnesses in the community to avoid the Ebola virus. The authorities there also requested that the Witnesses’ relief committee assist the government’s agencies in the region.

Happy to hear that they're doing the right thing.

GC