Posts by Makemeanunbeliever

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Why would anyone choose to support Jehovah’s Witnesses?

by Half banana in

what is the point of supporting a belief which began as a bronze age ox-headed idol called yahweh... in a religion designed for illiterate peasants now appropriated by a money-driven cult with a one hundred and forty six year unbroken record of total failure of its bible based predictions?.

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Makemeanunbeliever

@neverendingjourney

I personally had never heard that illustration. I was just referencing a stone everyone is familiar with. Now I see your point but I do not agree. Both our rights.

Now as to answer your "real question". The ancient Jewish faith was flawed but they were the chosen nation. No doubt surrounding nations thought them crazy and they probably warned their young ones of pitfalls. So the comparison to Christendom could very well fit today.

So far nothing has moved me enough here to "make me an unbeliever". Thank you for your passionate effort though.

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Why would anyone choose to support Jehovah’s Witnesses?

by Half banana in

what is the point of supporting a belief which began as a bronze age ox-headed idol called yahweh... in a religion designed for illiterate peasants now appropriated by a money-driven cult with a one hundred and forty six year unbroken record of total failure of its bible based predictions?.

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Makemeanunbeliever

@adjusted knowledge. Let me get this straight. Because I disagree with your opinion I must be of a poor mental state? Talk about mental gymnastics. Look I stopped going to meetings years ago. There are points here that are accurate and then there is the "mob mentality" of the few who try to impose their views on everyone. Last I checked this site was called Jehovahs-Witness not anti-Jehovahs Witness.

Yes I admit is crawling with atheist, anti JW's, gays and those bitter from past experiences. However that does not define everyones experience or viewpoint. To try or force others into your beliefs is no worse than what you decry the JW's of doing. Its a form of bullying. Im not intimidated by poor reasoning, childish antics and mob attacks. Thank you and have a nice day.

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Why would anyone choose to support Jehovah’s Witnesses?

by Half banana in

what is the point of supporting a belief which began as a bronze age ox-headed idol called yahweh... in a religion designed for illiterate peasants now appropriated by a money-driven cult with a one hundred and forty six year unbroken record of total failure of its bible based predictions?.

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Makemeanunbeliever

The OP asked and I answered. Was he just looking for "attaboys" and every viewpoint to be the same? Geesh.

My point is all religions have issues. The issues, even glaring ones, do not define "truth". If I hold a diamond to the light I see the flaws. That doesn't mean it's not a diamond. Besides looking around the creator doesn't have much to work with these days.

PS:I was not raised or born in. I converted at 25. And yes, I did study virtually all religions before converting from Presbyterian.

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Why would anyone choose to support Jehovah’s Witnesses?

by Half banana in

what is the point of supporting a belief which began as a bronze age ox-headed idol called yahweh... in a religion designed for illiterate peasants now appropriated by a money-driven cult with a one hundred and forty six year unbroken record of total failure of its bible based predictions?.

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Makemeanunbeliever

Because, regardless of its glaring flaws, it's still the best thing going atm.

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What is the alternative to JW?

by Formerbrother in

i mean this with all due respect, i would like to hear from genuine people who think jw have it wrong and then what is the truth?.

im not talking about silly little quibbles here and there.. is jehovah real?

the the bible is word?

Makemeanunbeliever

This is like asking the ancient Jews whats the alternative to the Jewish faith.

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How Can I Deal With Puberty? also advice from the Jehovah's Witnesses cult on how not to turn gay

by Watchtower-Free in

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n94edehzeye.

Makemeanunbeliever

I'm glad it the opening title said "cult" in it. Most will stop right there. I did.

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The slow trickle has become a steady stream!

by freddo in

jw
friends

in the last few weeks it seems that instead of one or two new posters a week we seem to be getting several every day.

many seem to be long time jw's who are troubled by the path of the organisation.

this is really encouraging to those of us who have been here sometime.. welcome!

Makemeanunbeliever

2 Halls locally are packed every time I drive by.

Steady stream goes in and a steady stream goes out. Nothing new.

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Jehovah's Witnesses Latest Music video advice picking a marriage mate

by Watchtower-Free in

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay5of0nxm44.

Makemeanunbeliever

Its tough finding a good marriage mate in general period.

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The slow trickle has become a steady stream!

by freddo in

jw
friends

in the last few weeks it seems that instead of one or two new posters a week we seem to be getting several every day.

many seem to be long time jw's who are troubled by the path of the organisation.

this is really encouraging to those of us who have been here sometime.. welcome!

Makemeanunbeliever

50% curved fruit - The GB will say it's a sign of the times.

It's a sign that the GB are being seen as insane bozos by those they seek to control. Death penalty for the GB please!

Oh boy words like that will really motivate "lurkers". Geesh

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Walking a thin line - Resigning Elder

by Sanchy in

jw
friends

warning of a long boring post ahead.

i feel like i need to vent my story out, as i feel quite helpless at the moment.. i'm 31 year old, married, father of toddler with another one on the way, due later this month.

i've been serving as elder for about 4 years now in a south florida congregation.

Makemeanunbeliever

Perhaps your wife is correct and since they have the "general truth" you cant just discount the whole faith?