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  Understanding The Bible ... The "Linchpin" Effect

  by Littleleslie in

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  understanding the holy bible.. .

  after many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible.

  we call it, the "linchpin" effect... .

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  Littleleslie

  Xanthippe,

  I mentioned at the outset of this thread that there is a "Linchpin" effect to the Bible that needs to be observed, in order to completely understand it.

  I asserted in the first post that without this "linchpin," one cannot properly understand the Bible in its entirety.

  I also decided to use John 16:13,14 to show Jesus explaining the future role of the coming "Spirit of Truth" in the final days, which with God's help would ultimately lead mankind into "ALL TRUTH" and declare the future for their benefit. In this way, Jesus taught us the "Spirit of Truth" becomes a secondary "messiah" or special "teacher" [a "Linchpin" to understanding the bible] for our day and time, sent by Jehovah God and Jesus Christ ... authorized by them. (See John 14:26; John 15:26.)

  Luke 17:30 tells us this modern-day Messiah would need to be "revealed" as it were, for mankind's benefit at the advent of his role as "Spirit of Truth." 

  So, instead of anyone "joining a club," or something ... all one needs to do is to get his bible out, meditate on the verses in it, and put on his "thinking cap." 

  LL
  
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  Understanding The Bible ... The "Linchpin" Effect

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  understanding the holy bible.. .

  after many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible.

  we call it, the "linchpin" effect... .

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  Littleleslie

  Xanthippe,
  

  I believe that there is a serious connection here, between what Jesus originally said in Luke 17:30 and the entire book of Revelation itself, its content. Still the Greek word used here in this case, does provide a clue, I do believe. However, my opinion on this is not solely based upon this fact only. There is more...much, much more to consider.

  LL
  
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  Understanding The Bible ... The "Linchpin" Effect

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  understanding the holy bible.. .

  after many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible.

  we call it, the "linchpin" effect... .

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  Littleleslie

  Xanthippe,
  

  Do you mean Luke 17:30?

  What is it, do you want me to clarify about my use of this verse?

  LL
  
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  Understanding The Bible ... The "Linchpin" Effect

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  understanding the holy bible.. .

  after many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible.

  we call it, the "linchpin" effect... .

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  Littleleslie

  Hi all

  Let me define the meaning of the Greek word, what we today call "Apocalypse" or "Revelation."

  The word translated "Revelation" in the bible means "to take the cover off," [see apokalupsis (602 Strong's)), from the preposition apo (575), from, and kalupto (2572), to cover.

  Thus, the "uncovering" we speak of today, is referred to in Luke 17:30 as the "revealing" of the son of man. Also, John 16:13, 14 shows, this one, the "Spirit of Truth," works in harmony with Jesus Christ to carry out God's Will for our day and time...and reveal "All Truth" and "Declare the things coming" or the future. This day is now!

  Peace out,

  LL
  
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  Understanding The Bible ... The "Linchpin" Effect

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  understanding the holy bible.. .

  after many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible.

  we call it, the "linchpin" effect... .

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  Littleleslie

  Hi all,

  
  

  Understanding the Holy Bible.

  
  

  After many years of study of scripture, our bible study group has discovered something very important that needs to be realized or absorbed, before one can come to a correct understanding of the bible. We call it, The "Linchpin" Effect...

  
  

  The "Linchpin" Effect or teaching...what is it?

  
  

  It is the teaching or belief that a very important key point [or "linchpin"] has been extracted or taken away from the bible, which prevents or in effect keeps mankind from thoroughly understanding the bible's true meaning. We believe God Himself has "hidden" this important fact [or "Linchpin"] from mankind. And thus, it becomes a Great "Sacred Secret" [or Great "Mystery"] from Him, until the "time of the end," when He purposes to reveal it. This is what we believe the book of Revelation is all about...God revealing this "Sacred Secret" [or "Linchpin"] of scripture for us today. -- See Luke 17:30; Isaiah 49:2; Revelation 10:7; John16:13,14.

  
  

  Remember, it is called the "Linchpin" Effect.
  

  
  

  Definition of LINCHPIN
  

  
  

  Definition of LINCHPIN a person or thing that holds something together : the most important part of a complex situation or system See t...
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  For All Australians Present: How are Australian JWs Reacting to the Royal Commission?

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  hi everyone:.

  i was just wondering how were the baptized jehovah's witnesses responding to the royal commission inquiry.. i know there must be a number of australians present here that could tell us this.. i was especially wanting to know how the jehovah's witnesses were taking the testimony of the governing body member geoffrey jackson?.

  thanks for your comments.. littleleslie .

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  Littleleslie

  Hi Everyone:

  I was just wondering how were the baptized Jehovah's Witnesses responding to the Royal Commission Inquiry.

  I know there must be a number of Australians present here that could tell us this.

  I was especially wanting to know how the Jehovah's Witnesses were taking the testimony of the Governing Body member Geoffrey Jackson?

  Thanks for your comments.

  Littleleslie
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  After Six Months of Hiatus, I can tell you the Watchtower is Starting to Crumble Faster than you think!

  by SanLuisObispoTruthSeeker in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  i took a hiatus from jwn because the wall started to collapse because i lost several people ive known almost my entire life.

  these were people i thought would never die, the lies told by the watchtower is unforgivable!

  there was a party i attended keeping a low profile while documenting what was said.

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  Littleleslie

  Hi SanLuis:

  Thanks for replying so quickly.

  I'm surprised, shocked!

  So you are saying among active baptized witnesses in your area, there is a functioning "underground JW rail-road" for escape, for those who are secretly disturbed and doubting, because of searching out or being exposed to errors of the Governing Body & Watchtower Society that are currently being taught to the brotherhood? But, "mums-the-word"... its all hush-hush, Wow!

  Okay, I understand.

  But I have to admit, this is a very, very interesting development of late among Jehovah's Witnesses.

  I'm a little more intrigued by the use of the term, the "Great Apostate and his friend."

  You mentioned below:

  Trained Company Elders look for answers deep outside the real issue why Elders, Servants, Pioneers and Publishers are compelled to leave the Watchtower either by outward proclamations (The Great Apostate and his friend), or they stop attending the Kingdom Hall and refuse all Shepherding Calls if they are so lucky to receive these unwanted gestures of re-assimilation.

  Why are they referred to as the "Great Apostate and his friend"?

  From what you have said above, it seems like the "Great Apostate & his friend" are two individuals from the Jehovah's Witnesses organization, because of being very vocal about matters (like making "proclamations" and all) that have become somewhat known among skeptical, searching "brothers" & "sisters" in the organization, in your area.

  Do I have that right?

  What makes this particular "Apostate" Great, do you know? Do you know why they call him that?

  Also, do you know their personal names, but do not wish to tell us specifically who they are, or go public with this info because "they" could be found out and be "disfellowshipped"? (I don't want to pry.)

  Or perhaps, among active Jehovah's Witnesses in your area, is the "Great Apostate" known only by that designation, as well as the one they call "his friend"? But his personal name, is not known [as well as his "friend"] among active Jehovah's Witnesses in your area?

  Is this something, you can speak about, safely?

  ...just wondering.

  Thanks in advance for your reply,

  LL
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  After Six Months of Hiatus, I can tell you the Watchtower is Starting to Crumble Faster than you think!

  by SanLuisObispoTruthSeeker in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  i took a hiatus from jwn because the wall started to collapse because i lost several people ive known almost my entire life.

  these were people i thought would never die, the lies told by the watchtower is unforgivable!

  there was a party i attended keeping a low profile while documenting what was said.

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  Littleleslie

  Hi San Luis,

  You mentioned:

  ... Instead of bringing comfort to our Circuits the Witch Hunt that began almost 4 years ago continues with phishing, fishing and badgering phone calls, emails and texts asking if we had any information about the Great Apostate and anyone who might be his moles.

  This is the first I've heard of this occurring in the kingdom halls.

  Any ideas as to who they [Watchtower Society] are saying the "Great Apostate" actually is, his name?

  And also, who might be his "moles"?

  ...just wondering.

  Thanks for the info.

  LL
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  ...The WBT$ Theft of Kingdom Hall Bank Accounts and JW Elders...

  by OUTLAW in

  1. watchtower
  2. scandals

  .. the new wbt$ donation arrangement/ jw kingdom hall bank account theft... is a very hot topic right now... the wbt$ is literally going to clean out kingdom hall bank accounts,filled with donations from jws... that theft is going to happen world wide..the wbt$ is going to steal from 7 million plus jw`s... .. we have jw elders here on jwn,that know whats going on... they "serve" in kingdom halls,they are "supposed" to be looking after the welfare of the average jw... they know there is a 4 page letter,only one page will be read to the congregation..the rest will be kept secret... they know the wbt$ is about to steal jw donations..on a world wide scale!!!...

  .. i would like to know what you active jw elders are going to do about this??!!...

  are you going to let "your" congregation know about the other 3 secret pages?...

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  Littleleslie

  Frankiespeakin said:

  It doesn't take an elder who knows 'rocket science' to see that the rank and file's hard earned dollars are being robbed from them and that most kingdom hall refurbashing accounts have been whiped clean and stolen by the GB, all because you can't and ain't allowed to disobey directives from Faithful and Discreet Slave without serious repercussions.

  Some may rationalized it all as a good thing that the WT corporation got the cash but those are the real brain dead whackos that don't have a mind of their own and have swallowed WT propaganga hook, line, and sinker. But I suppose that a good percentage see the thievery involved what that will cause them to do? That's a personal decision, and I'm sure a major crossroad in one's life.

  You can be sure this robbery will be the begining of the end as far as any contributions are concerned. This is a bold and very stupid move by these delusional men running things this one is going to bit them in the ass big time pledge or no pledged, they put too much pressure on these people and they will crack.

  This is really terrible! Jehovah's sheep are being fleeced just like Ezekiel 34th Chapter describes! The "Governing Body" are proving to be really evil!

  Another thread I was reading today "I hear it but I can't believe it"... is telling how after getting all the KH's excess money, they are now asking the brothers to donate MORE money for an electronic system which will cost about $6,000 dollars, and this is AFTER cleaning our the congregation's accounts, just a few months before.

  Here is the link to this thread:

  http://www.jehovahs-witness.net/jw/friends/283151/1/I-hear-it-but-I-cant-believe-it#.VAJa5fldUnp

  We must educate ourselves. Just how did the few men up in Bethel get all this power anyway? They are not doing right, are they? Here is some information to help you see that it's just a power grab and that really, they do not have legitimate authority from Jehovah God to be the "Governing Body", so why not learn from the Bible, the truth will set you free. John 8:32

  Here is the link:

  How Did A Proven "Fake," "Phony" Arrangement [like "governing body" arrangement]...Become The "Faithful & Discreet Slave" Arrangement???

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  How Did A Proven "Fake," "Phony" Arrangement ["governing body"] ...Become The "Faithful & Discreet Slave" Arrangement???

  by Littleleslie in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  question:.

  how did a proven "fake," "phony" arrangement [like "governing body" arrangement]...become the "faithful & discreet slave" arrangement???.

  so then if it can be proven, the "governing body" term and arrangement is a farce, a fake, a made-up nonscriptural arrangement itself, (made up and concocted by nathan knorr & frederick franz in 1944) then how can this fake arrangement now suddenly become the "faithful & discreet slave" that jesus spoke of?

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  Littleleslie

  Hi Designs:

  Little- so are you of the opinion that there is a correct holy spirit led way for christians to gather and be led.

  Well, I noticed a heading on the top of a bible discussion board that said the following:

  "According to the Bible, Jehovah provided much needed INSPIRED LEADERSHIP in the first century and in ancient times (like in the days of Moses), and yet are we to believe He refuses to see the need of providing it in our day and time? Does this make sense to you? Does this seem consistent to you? (See John 16:13, 14)"

  I agree with that thought, after rambling around with the Watchtower idiots for close to three decades so far, and not getting anywhere.

  I now believe it is going to take INSPIRED leadership from God, to accomplish God's Will in our time.

  ...my opinion.

  Here is an excellent article written on the same topic found at:

  http://livingwatersforum.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=802

  At the top of this particular bible discussion board, you will see the top heading with the message I mentioned above.

  ...hope this helps.

  LL