“the christian witnesses of jehovah are the best oriented, happiest and most contended group of people on the face of the earth.
so why on earth would any good follower need the help of a mental health professional?” the society tells about the evils of seeking help from outside their organization.
"as a rule, for a christian to go to a worldly psychiatrist is an admission of defeat.
"As an FYI to all, Bethel does have a brother who is a psychiatrist on the staff." - RubaDub
Since when? I knew that they had a psychologist on staff since about the late '80's and my understanding was that he didn't really 'practice' full time. Can you give us some specifics as to who this medically credentialed individual is? I have been out of Bethel for 40 years and no longer have any inside contacts and so I would appreciate concrete evidence of your claim.
the circuit overseer, henry judson, came up to me during the circuit assembly.
"brother miller, it's been reported that your family may have a pumpkin in your window.
" he waited for an answer although he never asked a question.
"The circuit overseer, Henry Judson............."
What a 'blast from the past'. I grew up in Massachusetts and I remember that 'old bag of wind'.
hello everyone!
does anyone have any confirmation that the governing body uses the business class for its flights?.
also interesting is the information about the hours that were on the hand of one of the members of the governing body..
stillMS, here is an image of a fake Rolex next to a genuine Rolex. If you can tell the difference from just a photo than you are one expert on high grade watches! I have been collecting wristwatches for over 30 years and YOU MUST HAVE A WRISTWATCH IN YOUR HAND in order to determine its authenticity. I don't believe fulano was trying to excuse anyone on the Governing Body. He probably was just trying to bring some common sense to a nonsensical discussion.
back in 2001, i left the jws rather abruptly.
i had discovered things about the watchtower that really made me quite angry, angry because i had been lied to, and it took me just to darn long to figure it out.
before i had left, my husband and i wrote 3 letters, one to the elders at our congregation, and two to our parents.
"Sunk Cost." They have so much 'invested' in the religion that they feel they cannot leave. Like compulsive gamblers they 'stay in the game' because at any moment they feel the 'big score' (Armageddon and the new system) will finally come their way.
in memory of jimmy olson, i have provided a link to his story below.
many who now post here are new to the forum and i felt it was necessary to honor his memory.
although i never knew him, his brother was my roommate for a time at watchtower farms.
Bumped for newbies.
i have been reading where the watchtower is closing down kingdom halls.
there is something that i don't understand, or maybe i am just misunderstanding it.
can someone clear this up for me?
For some strange reason, God and cash always seem to go 'hand in hand'..........
“the christian witnesses of jehovah are the best oriented, happiest and most contended group of people on the face of the earth.
so why on earth would any good follower need the help of a mental health professional?” the society tells about the evils of seeking help from outside their organization.
"as a rule, for a christian to go to a worldly psychiatrist is an admission of defeat.
What Witness really needs the help of a psychiatrist?
These 4 items should carry them through right up to Armageddon!
(Disclaimer: I wanted to go to medical school and become a psychiatrist but my fanatical, god deluded mother would not hear of it. Instead I became a Bethelite and went crazy there.)
when your fridge is getting empty, what should you do?
a recent wt shows the ideal next step.
(in picture form, so all ages/education levels can understand.).
'Old Sister Midge,
Went to the 'fridge,
To get herself something to eat.
But when she came there,
The 'fridge was bare,
Because Watchtower her funds did deplete!'
when your fridge is getting empty, what should you do?
a recent wt shows the ideal next step.
(in picture form, so all ages/education levels can understand.).
"Coin operated refrigerator..........."
i’ll start it off.
boy did we get drunk last night.
"Would you like to join me at my Yoga class this Sunday?"
"Did you win anything in this weeks lottery?"
"Do you want to make a trip to the casino this weekend?"
"How would you like to join the bowling league that I belong to?"
"Would you like to attend my birthday party?"
"You are a complete jerk. The only reason that we are 'friends' is because of shared religious beliefs."
"No I don't want to waste my Saturday 'pioneering for a day' ".
"Become a Bethelite? The hell with that. I need to make some money to support my family and be sure that I am not a burden on anyone in my retirement years."
"My wife loves EVERY sexual position. She is so passionate that I have to take time for myself just to rest up!"
"How is your IRA doing? I hope you are investing enough for a secure retirement."
