the dangers of pride and a rebellious attitude rs p. 3911-2 .
here is what the information says... .
reacting to situations on the basis of pride .
Just call them and tell them until you give them further notice, you would like to be taken off of the theocratic ministry school. If they ask why, tell them your just going through some personal things right now and need to take a "break". They don't need to know its indefinate! That's what I did. It worked. They just said....o.k. No questions asked! I was shocked, but it was that easy.
Sincerely,
L.L.
i think you are all going to get a kick out of this, .
for those of you that don't know me, i have been out of the organization for almost 4.5 years but i have never been disfellowshipped nor have i disassociated myself.. last night after going out to a nice italian resturaunt with my girlfriend, father, and step-mom,( who never were part of the organization in the first place) my girlfriend and i said goodbye to them and we began the trip back to her place, which is 2.5 hours away.
before we got on the turnpike she said, "that she had to use the restroom and could i please stop off somewhere.
Welcome to the board General,
Absolutely amazing!!! Keep us posted as to what happens next.
L.L.
i kind of stumble into it, it's about 50 minutes long, very interesting.
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http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6861723185926041712&q=watchtower .
Thought I'd bump it back to the top again, in case some missed it!
L.L.
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just noticed a form ss 77 "notification of disfellowshipping or disassociation" is posted at
http://www.reexamine.org/index.php/image:ss_77.jpg
Interesting!
Wouldn't it be funny to print this off and have it filled out when you are ready to disassociate yourself and just hand it to the elders! Would love to see the look on their faces!
L.L.
"so what's the big deal about the date 607 b.c.
being off by 20 years?
" "that was a long time ago, and i can't see where it really matters".
What a great thread Rockhound! This would be helpful to alot of the new ones, as it seems many are needing info. on this subject.
Thanks Dad,
L.L.
i kind of stumble into it, it's about 50 minutes long, very interesting.
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http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6861723185926041712&q=watchtower .
Yes. It is really a good video, even though like mentioned, a little old. Thanks for bringing it back to the top for new ones to view.
L.L.
hey everyone, as the subject might sugest... im new here!
they say first impressions last and i hope i make.
this a good one.. .
Welcome The!!!
We are so glad that you too have mustered up the courage to introduce yourself!!! Don't feel alone we too were afraid. Yes, you will and probably already have, read things you don't agree with or maybe even offensive. But not everyone here agrees with everyone elses viewpoint. And thats o.k. Its just nice to be able to express yourself. I swear it has really helped me. A kind of therapy of sorts. Just remember, the truth is 100% pure. And by a close examination, we will be only be faith strengthened, if it is indeed truthful. Right?? And if it isn't, well, it will become crystal clear. Then we must decide if we are lovers of truth, or lovers of tradition. It takes a real lover of Jehovah and a true Christian to stand up and say, I will not teach something I know to be untrue. Especially when you were raised in the organization. From my experience, and I was raised a very strong witness, check things you hear out. Don't take anyones word for it. But double check things. Afterall Jehovah expects his followers to "keep checking keep making sure". Then he adds, "hold fast to what is fine". We are here for you, and most here have been in your shoes. Just don't "throw the baby out with the bathwater". It is easy to just say forget it ALL! But hold onto the things you find that are accurate. Although, you are already questioning 1914, then I am sure you will be questioning many other things. You will find so many helpful friends here, as well as information you may need. Again, we are glad you are willing to make a examination.
Sincerely,
L.L.
Hello, check your inbox, I replied. Hope this helps!!
Sincerely,
L.L.
Oh... my goodness!! How precious is that!!
Thank you for sharing!!
L.L.
hello, i am new in this forum.
i have been trying to find a lot of things since i have a lot of jw around me and always wanted to find evidences to prove them wrong.
i hope to find myself good and find enough information in this site to be able to talk with them.
Dear Saiera,
Welcome to the board!!! We are glad to have you here!! There is a simular question that someone has posted just recently on page 5266 under "Active topics" subject is "beliefs" entitled, " Why shouldn't I be a JW". By now it may have gone to page 5265. The member who posted it is Airduster. ( If you cannot find it look up under options at the top of the page and click on member directory. Click "A" for Airduster. Then click on his post.) I made a post there that you may find VERY helpful. I have compiled info. from posters here, verified it, as well as my own personal research, and put into letter form to send to one of my family members who is a active JW. I hope you will find it helpful as well. Be sure to double check the info. for yourself. As we ALL need to be "making sure of all things."
Sincerely,
L.L.
