this is a matter i have wrestled with.
who are the people of god, where are they to be found.
i feel that there are some within the watchtower organization as there are in other churches.
The basis of salvation is Christ and Christ alone. We are all guilty before God because of our sin but Christ has purchased us with His blood, those who follow Him.
So can I assume that we won't be finding the people of god in China, the middle east ... India ...
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
marty brenneman read this over the radio before the reds game today ... it was posted to the redsonradio.com website.
i am in a rather patriotic mood and thought i would pass it along .... .
i am the flag of the united states of america.
Englishman,
Thanks for the comment about liking my previous posts ...
And, upon reexamination, I am forced to agree with your assesment of the prose .....
Don't know what to say ..... just trying to stretch my wings as a fledgeling patriot .....
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
marty brenneman read this over the radio before the reds game today ... it was posted to the redsonradio.com website.
i am in a rather patriotic mood and thought i would pass it along .... .
i am the flag of the united states of america.
Marty Brenneman read this over the radio before the Reds game today ... it was posted to the redsonradio.com website. I am in a rather patriotic mood and thought I would pass it along ...
I AM THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
I am the flag of the United States of America.
My name is Old Glory.
I fly atop the world's tallest buildings.
I stand watch in America's halls of justice.
I fly majestically over institutions of learning.
I stand guard with power in the world.
Look up and see me.
I stand for peace, honor, truth and justice.
I stand for freedom.
I am confident.
I am arrogant.
I am proud.
When I am flown with my fellow banners, my head is a little higher, my
colors a little truer.
I bow to no one!
I am recognized all over the world.
I am worshipped - I am saluted.
I am loved - I am revered.
I am respected - and I am feared.
I have fought in every battle of every war for more then 200 years.
I was flown at Valley Forge, Gettysburg, Shiloh and Appamatox.
I was there at San Juan Hill, the trenches of France, in the Argonne
Forest, Anzio, Rome and the beaches of Normandy, Guam.
Okinawa, Korea and KheSan, Saigon, Vietnam know me, I was there.
I led my troops, I was dirty, battleworn and tired, but my soldiers
cheered me And I was proud.
I have been burned, torn and trampled on the streets of countries I
have helped set free. It does not hurt, for I am invincible.
I have been soiled upon, burned, torn and trampled on the streets of
my country. And when it's by those whom I've served in battle - it hurts.
But I shall overcome - for I am strong.
I have slipped the bonds of Earth and stood watch over the uncharted
frontiers of space from my vantage point on the moon.
I have borne silent witness to all of America's finest hours.
But my finest hours are yet to come.
When I am torn into strips and used as bandages for my wounded
comrades on the battlefield, When I am flown at half-mast to honor my
soldiers, Or when I lie in the trembling arms of a grieving parent at
the grave of their fallen son or daughter, I am proud.
MY NAME IS OLD GLORY LONG MAY I WAVE.
DEAR GOD IN HEAVEN LONG MAY I WAVE.
Amy Hofmeier
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
today's watchtower lesson instructs witnesses not to think for themselves when it comes to bible understanding:.
augest 1, 2001, p. 14, par.
first, since "oneness" is to be observed, a mature christian must be in unity and full harmony with fellow believers as far as faith and knowledge are concerned.
This is a great thread ... A brilliant reminder of why I left the borg.
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
jws have been excited about events last week.
their sensibilities have been fine-tuned to expect armageddon at any moment, and last week's events seem extreme enough to lead to one thing after another.. i think these events will hurt the wts in the long run.
consider the typical long-term jw.
the issue here is viewpoint. witnesses dont view it as a killing of
6 billion people. it is viewed as an end to wickedness on this earth.that is why it doesnt sound natural to you.
and this sounds natural to you????
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
hey all, .
well, i was just invited to attend the meeting on sunday, the co is visiting and my mother told me the talk will be a good one.
i don't know if i can stomach sitting thru this!
My thoughts will be with you whatever you decide ... but if you do go ... take notes .... I'll be looking for the report come monday.
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
i suggest we all hug simon repeatedly for posting the -- gasp!
-- patriotic "support freedom" ribbon on his web pages!.
thank you, simon.. outnfree
((((((((Giving Simon a big hug and a nice chaste married lady kiss on the cheek))))))))))
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
there is one thing that has come out of last weeks tragedy that, to me, is absolutely bloody marvelous.. so many of those plane passengers phoned home.
so many of the trapped office workers did the same.
no whining, no screaming "why me?
I heard on the news this morning that Congress was planning to honor at least 4 of the individuals on flight 93.
BobsGirl
"May the work of your hands be a sign of gratitude and reverence to the human condition." - Mahatma Gandhi
i have tried to tell my story several times.... and faltered.
with much kind encouragement, i will try one more time.
my story is not a short one ... please bear with me.
Star,
Thank you so much for sharing. You have the kind of spirit that will serve you well. I have found a lot of support here and I am sure that you will as well. Hang in there.
BobsGirl
does anyone have a list like this?
i just received a mail from a person asking for information.
kent, has anyone compliled a list of court cases against the watchtower bible and tract society, in which the society lost.
Kent, Amazing,
I am a database developer and would be willing to volunteer my services to design a database that would track this information by location, case type (criminal, civil), Issues (child custody, blood, abuse...), disposition etc. I would also be willing to check court records in my area. You can email me at [email protected] if you have any questions.
BobsGirl
