Posts by Truthexplorer

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What would you like to see the Watchtower Society implement that would give you a dignified way to leave/stop being a Jehovah's Witness?

by RULES & REGULATIONS in

jehovah's witnesses do not provide a dignified resignation process for members who wish to resign/quit being a jehovah's witnesses.you are not given any good choices.

you can either: disassociate yourself,fade,become inactive or move to another city/state/country where you won't be bothered or found out.. if you quit your job/employment, stop attending a book club or bowling league,or quit a lawn service company, newspaper delivery service,you wouldn't see your employer or friends sending out a written notice to anyone to stop all association with you or have little contact.you would sue them for slander.you have a right to quit any association or contract (when it expires or doesn't meet the terms any longer) whenever you wish.. what would you like to see the watchtower society implement that would give you a dignified way to leave/stop being a jehovah's witness?.

Truthexplorer

If they could flip or flop (whatever) back to pre 1980 where individuals could freely disassociate and not be shunned. That would be one small step for the 7 men, one giant leap for the Governing Body. That way they leave a christ like welcoming door wide open, instead of a door slammed shut behind them.

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Jehovah’s Witnesses rebuked by Royal Commission

by Watchtower-Free in

http://royalcommission.com.au/pells-appearance-postponed-jehovahs-witnesses-rebuked/.

Truthexplorer

Incredible stuff. I wonder if the GB still feel the same way about 'leaving the matter in Jehovah's hands, the truth will eventually come out'!

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Introducing...ME

by Heartsafire in

jw
friends

long time lurker here.

i'm a fifth gen born-in baptized jw.

to say i've been struggling with doubts is an understatement.

Truthexplorer

welcome heartsafire. I feel your pain and frustration.

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Are JWs a cult? The first CLAM lets us know.

by ttdtt in

so tonight is the first clam (so funny that its getting called that - dont they know?

) and in the digging for spiritual gems we find the answer to jws begin a cult.. 2nd question.

what is the most practical step we can take to prepare for future difficulties?.

Truthexplorer

Sitting through that first clam meeting was quite an experience. It was very different and more flowing. However, The op's points about higher education etc made me think omg....are people really buying into this. But then, half our hall gulp down the kool aid without giving it a thought. CP3PO (elder) and his family- I could tell- loved what they were hearing judging by their comments!

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Ex JW's - Which Christian denomination are you with now and why?

by Truthexplorer in

this is a question for ex jw's who have joined another christian faith group.

the purpose of my question iis to find out which christian faith group you chose after leaving watchtower and what convinced you to travel this new spiritual path you are on.

i am interested to know because i personally would like to find a genuine faith group where i can feel true christian liberty as i initially thought i had with the witnesses.

Truthexplorer

Thanks to everyone's posts...quite a spectrum of thought there lol. Hey I am open minded about peoples views and not offended in anyway. Each person chooses their path as some of you mentioned. At this point in my life I believe in the God of the bible and find my faith a source of comfort to me for very personal reasons. I would just love to worship God without the Watchtower strait jacket. P's thanks to those who pasted some recommended links. Much appreciated. TE

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Letter to my wife

by Truthexplorer in

i decided to write the following letter to my wife after years of frustration.

it was the only way i could express my feelings to her.

so far i have had a mixed reaction from her which i can later tell you about.

Truthexplorer

Hi Jambon, the branch correspondence guidelines (which ray franz described in coc as talmudic) says the following on page 20 under 'dress and grooming' - when replying to specific inquiries on clothing and grooming, the following references in our publications may be helpful. Provocative dress, w87 etc... Hairstyles w91 etc.... jewelry and cosmetics w91 etc...... The wearing of a beard g79 4/22, 27 -8; w75 8/15 500-501; w73 3/1,137-40; As can be seen, though this is a guideline, it does in effect become a rule, given the the boe WILL follow everything the FDS says! Ps thanks for your post. TE

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How many of you actually KNOW the bible OR God???

by Mark Zyche in

since jws are sooooooo terrible and full of lies.

what the heck do you think about fat santa, and and days later the celebration of janus?.

since you seem to be so good at looking at the "lies of the watchtower" what do you people think of your lives now, religiously speaking?

Truthexplorer

Mark Z - to be honest with you, I personally agree with you on most of what you mentioned at the outset. HOWEVER.....though Watchtower has good standards morally in line with Gods word, they go beyond what is written in many areas. They have rule upon rule which are very unnecessary. Their blanket shunning policy is disgraceful. their mis handling of child abuse cases is well known. They are a captive high control religion. I have always felt that not long after I was baptised over 20 years ago.

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Letter to my wife

by Truthexplorer in

i decided to write the following letter to my wife after years of frustration.

it was the only way i could express my feelings to her.

so far i have had a mixed reaction from her which i can later tell you about.

Truthexplorer

jwfacts- she wouldnt go to the elders with the letter as know her too well, though she did threaten to speak to my mother. anon 2....I liked your synopsis. should have mentioned i cut out parts of the letter to avoid things that might identify me re lurkers. my mrs can be quite argumentative when certain subjects are raised and she doesnt want to hear it. fingers in ears job, hence the letter as knew she would read it. cheers for thoughts though.

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Letter to my wife

by Truthexplorer in

i decided to write the following letter to my wife after years of frustration.

it was the only way i could express my feelings to her.

so far i have had a mixed reaction from her which i can later tell you about.

Truthexplorer

Thanks for the replies everyone and sorry for the formatting. It seems to come up that way when I cut and paste from word. My wife and I have had a number of conversations over the years, but she usually dismisses my views with 'you should discuss your doubts with elders...ya da ya da'. She knows I have strong views and hates it when I criticise teachings etc. Many years ago, I had it out with elders about my doubts and had faded for a lengthy period, but then returned. I am once again at that point where I will just break out and speak my mind again....and don't want that, as likely would end up df'd. Hence the letter to my wife about my feelings. I love God and need my faith, but the frustration I have knowing ttatt is eating away at me. I may need to back off for some time/ fade in order to let off steam. My wife had a chat with me about the letter, but was again dismissing some of the points in the letter. The letter was years of bottled up thoughts and wanted her to understand why I had such views. She is Watchtower through and through, and know she will never leave no matter what. It will be an interesting year!

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Ex JW's - Which Christian denomination are you with now and why?

by Truthexplorer in

this is a question for ex jw's who have joined another christian faith group.

the purpose of my question iis to find out which christian faith group you chose after leaving watchtower and what convinced you to travel this new spiritual path you are on.

i am interested to know because i personally would like to find a genuine faith group where i can feel true christian liberty as i initially thought i had with the witnesses.

Truthexplorer

Hi everyone, thanks for all your responses. I haven't managed to read through everything as yet as it is late and back from work. I will have a good read through tomorrow which I am looking forward to. Thanks again TE