I didn't go through the comments but hope you received your answer by now. If not, point her to Galatians and Romans where Paul explains it. James was referring to demonstrating you had faith in the sense that you live like a Christian and not practice sinful ways. Otherwise that would pit Paul against James.
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Need advice on a comeback to my wife: when she is in cult mode she says faith without works is dead.
by goingthruthemotions inso i have gotten into arguements with my wife in the past about this cult.
now a days after reading steve hassan books...i just try and avoid anything jdub with her.
try to keep her in authentic mode..(not sure she really has one).
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The Money-Grab BOEs!
by Atlantis inthese are the money-grab letters several people have been asking for.
i almost hate to post these after all the hard work "searcher" did on the other thread.
his version looks almost better than these.
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I thank you as well Atlantis. And I strongly second what The Searcher said in you and your sources taking risks so that everyone can see what's really going on behind the Iron curtain. -
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OMG - How Low Can They Go?
by berrygerry ini'm sorry if this has been posted previously, but i haven't noticed it.. this was posted on reddit.. has anyone seen this moneysuck video:.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5ylee4u_yu.
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Most of us here know this is for the lawyers and suits they need to settle. It's also having to print all of their propaganda in order to keep the members mesmerized. Did I mention Warwick?
The GB has money but like the bankers did during the Great Recession. Their rationale is: "why should we use OUR money when we can fleece the flock."
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OMG - How Low Can They Go?
by berrygerry ini'm sorry if this has been posted previously, but i haven't noticed it.. this was posted on reddit.. has anyone seen this moneysuck video:.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5ylee4u_yu.
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And I just bought this box of Kleenex!
How touching. How pithy. How moving. How...........completely ridiculous!!!
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Largest BOE File Now Updated as of May-2015!
by Atlantis inif you downloaded the largest boe file ever compiled a few months ago, then delete it and download this new one which has been updated with even more boes.. .. this is not the last time you will see a post like this.
every time the boe file receives 20 to 25 more boe letters, it will be updated with those new boes and reposted.. .. click the link below and then click the green download button.. http://wwwb.fileflyer.com/view/hddlmcz.
.. .. atlantis!.
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Atlantis, it's asking for a code to unlock.
Please provide.
Thank you for your contribution.
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The elders came to talk about my facebook comment
by cookiemaster inso, not long ago i've told you guys how one of my only two jw friends saw my comment against the borg and called me about it.
well, the little fraker also called the elders to tell on me.
i know i've been a huge idiot for posting a comment about jw's on facebook, but nonetheless i did it and what's happened, happened.. two idiot elders came all the way from the nearest congo, 30 miles away to talk to me about it.
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When asked, I would have become dead serious, looked them both dead in the eyes and said:
That's insulting! I never said that!
My exact words were "they're a very, very shitty ass cult!"
Now get out of my home! I can't stand liars!
Buhahahaha
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Where is it said , not to independently do deep study of scripture
by william draper ini do believe it is written somewhere in jw literature .
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Thank you much fastJehu.
That's a great quote!
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Thank you for redirecting me to the right organization!
by economy inthank you, jw.net and cofty, for redirecting me to the right organization!.
when i posted why did god permit scriptures to be corrupted?
then i thought, if there is an organization that believes all scriptures are corrupted (which obviously makes it enemy of all religions), that organization is not ordinary, but gutsy, lionhearted, and worthy of close examination!
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@ economy - if there is one thing I know for certain it's: puff, puff, pass, puff, puff, pass, puff, puff, pass.... -
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Conspiracy Theory ?
by Phizzy inwe are all aware here that the wt/jw org is trying its hardest to wriggle out of paying rightful compensation in the form of damages to victims of abuse who bring a claim.. they must be worried about future claims too, not just from decades ago, but from the present, as they have not made any effort as yet to truly protect the vulnerable.. here is my question :.
as they now direct the congregations through the organization known as "the christian congregation of jehovah's witnesses" and as in each country this organization is headed and run by a few mendicants with no assets, do you think in future the big jw/wt corporations will deny all responsibility for abuse, by saying the very poor "christian congregation of jehovah's witnesses", which owns no property/real estate and has no cash or other assets, is alone responsible ????
hence no pay out ?.
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It's all very plausible but a good attorney can always track the money trail and see if they are trying to evade responsibility although holding on to some form of control even if indirectly.
What I have noticed is that the WT has now made the CO's responsible for naming servants. I wonder if they make the CO's sign off on some sort of legal responsibility for their appointments.
Does anyone know this?
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Seeking support during confusing and stressful 'cognitive dissonance'
by LHS123 insorry for the long post but i need help.
ive been a jw for 20 years - still active and attending meetings, baptised at 18, i have recently become very dissillusioned.
a few reasons: ill treatment of my kids by a prominent 'assembly speaker' elder, then my son left the truth at 15 (not baptised) and was 'dropped' instantly, despite this community having been his whole life for 15 years.
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I'm so sorry to hear about your troubles. Many of us on this forum have experienced very similar if not almost identical situations.
What has sustained me through many dark nights is Bible reading but specifically the Apostle Paul's letters to the different congregations. The peace of mind comes from his words contrasting sharply with Watchtower teachings. These readings have brought inner peace to me in that I know I have Jehovah's approval without having to abide by the WT rules, regulations, policies, teachings, and flat out distortions, misinterpretations, out of context citations, and deceitful words.
It's not all the same for everyone but please stay strong mentally by allowing yourself some breathing room to take it all in. Cognitive dissonance can be very painful and distressing the first few times you experience it but never lose hope that Jehovah God through Jesus' sacrifice approve of you and your sincere doubts. The WT cares about how many hours you put in service, how many meetings you miss, and how many comments you make. That's all hogwash you don't need to excel in these to have divine approval. This is what the WT uses to keep people spinning their wheels. They could never say "you guys have God's approval" otherwise the ruse would be up. They need to continue to push people to do as much as they can in order to need more and more from the WT. Witnesses push themselves and their families in order to get that nod from the WT as being worthy of life. That is so wrong yet YOU are one of the few that actually realize it. That means you are a smart, intuitive person who actually recognizes the WT for what it is. Remain strong for your family. If I may recommend a good reading to you. In Search of Christian Freedom by Ray Franz. Also, I would urgently encourage you to research "physiological conditioning" and you'll be surprised how the WT uses this very subtle method to keep the flock in line.
You have much support from people on these boards. Always remember that the "Truth" the real "Truth" can stand up to any scrutiny that comes its way. And in the end, it will remain the "Truth."