Posts by MarkSutter

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Linking to cult site w/o increasing their search engine position

by rebel8 in

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friends

i just found out about donotlink and thought it might be of interest to others here.

we are always talking about j w dot org and i am worried it's helping them.

is that true?.

Looking for ideas.

by Driving Force in

i received an email from one of the elder in the local congregation.

i am not dfed so there is not a problem there, i am just an aggressive fader.. one of the last things i said to this elder before i stopped all activities was that i do not agree with the borg taking all the assets from the congregations.. here is what the elder said in the email:.

"i recently saw something while looking through the jw broadcasting for the month of may and i though about you.

MarkSutter

If this elder thinks that the May video is an adequate answer to your concerns over financial matters, then you are jeopardizing your fade if you pursue this any further. The video is proof that their intentions are to fleece the flock and this man obviously doesn't see this and is a company man. So like someone said earlier, you better stfu.

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Spiritual AMNESTY -- Return to Jehovah

by FusionTheism in

basically, from what i can tell from the new return to jehovah brochure, is that the governing body is now offering amnesty to anyone who has been gone from the congregation but now wants to return.. it claims it doesn't matter what sins you've done, or what caused you to leave, if you repent to jehovah and ask the elders to help you, and return to the meetings, you'll be warmly welcomed with no disciplinary action or judgment against you..

MarkSutter

me: WOW..I heard you guys were offering amnesty now?

elder: We sure are, it's new light, aren't the brothers in New York a loving group?

me: I guess so...

me: You mean I can talk to family and friends now?

elder: Absolutely, after you've been to the meetings for at least six months, then we lovingly file the paperwork. It's that easy.

me:

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Watchtower Society now PROMOTES using Social Media / Networks?

by FusionTheism in

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friends

have you seen this?.

http://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/family/teenagers/whiteboard-animations/social-network-smart/#?insight.

MarkSutter

If you can't beat them, join them. Still surprising.

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Are You a 607 BCE Specialist?

by God_Delusion in

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friends

hi guys & gals,.

we're currently preparing for the season finale of the show (to be recorded on sunday, may 24th at 2pm eastern time nyc / 6pm uk time / 4am sydney time.. as we're going to (finally) be covering 607 bce in detail, we're looking for a specialist (or two) that can come on the show and tell everyone about this almighty doctrine.

if you know your 587 from your 607 and why the 1914 and 1919 dates are important to jws (although most have no idea why), please send us an email to [email protected], using "i'm a 607er" in the subject line and let us know why we should pick you as a guest on the season finale.. can't wait to hear from you!.

MarkSutter

I'd say talk to jcanon, but you'd end up with a ten part series

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Rumor about the Imitate Jesus Convention

by FusionTheism in

i saw a rumor a few weeks ago on reddit that the new imitate jesus convention is supposed to present new light and clarified understandings on the disfellowshipping/disassociation practices.. supposedly, if this rumor has any truth to it, there will be a talk given at the convention about how we should not be strict like the pharisees in how we shun people, loosening up some of the jw rules about this practice.. has anyone here heard anything about this or have more info on it?.

MarkSutter

I think they might want to bank (pun intended) on the fact that many who have left are somewhat smarter and better paid than the ones still in. So yes, it's about the money if they do.

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How do JW's know that the bible is inspired?

by cappytan in

asked a friend of mine this question the other day.

here was his answer: "well, because paul said, 'all scripture is inspired of god...'".

but seriously, that argument is like saying, "the bible is inspired because it says so!

MarkSutter

me: I'm God

him: Prove it

me: I'm telling you

him: Oh..OK, I believe you

me: The contribution box is in the back, next to the ATM

him: So glad I've found God

me: You're saved now...just don't forget the contribution box

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Laughable - If it Wasn't So Hypocritical & Pathetic

by The Searcher in

"we do not believe that.....those who take the lead in religious activities should have titles that elevate them above others.

" (stated on the jw.borg site!).

what about governing body member, faithful & discreet slave, branch overseer, .

MarkSutter

don't forget that they'll all be promoted to "prince" in the new system...lol

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Washington Post Artical: Prince emerges from apolitical purple wormhole and will play in Baltimore, honor Freddie Gray

by AndersonsInfo in

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friends

http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2015/05/06/prince-emerges-from-apolitical-purple-wormhole-to-play-baltimore-honor-freddie-gray/.

by justin wm.

moyer may 6 .

MarkSutter

wow...those lyrics are so deep

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Mays JW TV Broadcast/Your feedback is appreciated

by ToesUp in

jw
friends

i have a pretty good intuition but i have to admit i am going back and forth on the jw tv may broadcast.

i keep asking myself are they really in financial trouble (wishful thinking) or are they just grabbing for more money?.

i always appreciate reading everyone's thoughts and ideas on here.. let me know what you think.

MarkSutter

Beware of the GB, who desire to go around in fancy suits, love greetings in the kingdom halls, the best seats in the district assemblies, and the best places at bethel, who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation.