Posts by Truthexplorer

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Snow in UK stops meetings!

by fokyc in

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most congregations in this area had no meeting last thursday,.

they have now cancelled tomorrows meetings .

perhaps snow is worse than the internet!.

Truthexplorer

last 2 meetings cancelled at our cong (Thurs and Sunday). Will be interesting to see how empty the hall is tomorrow! .

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Why Would Someone Like me Leave the "Truth"? Part 4

by cantleave in

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reason number 3 should this happen in gods chosen organisation?.

my previous 3 posts dealing with this subject have discussed some incidents that played an important part in my waking up to the fact that i was part of a high control cult ,called by its members the truth.

these events were not entirely responsible for my exit, but they added to a portfolio of doubts that i had subconsciously filed away in the wait on jehovah drawer.

Truthexplorer

Hi Cantleave

Slimeball sounds like he wouldnt know justice if it was spelt out to him.

To do what he did was just devious. So much for speaking to your brother first regarding an accusation (in accordance with scripture).

There was absolutlety no need for what he did in embarrasing you like that. To storm out the way you did was justified.

Slimeball might fool some, but he doesnt fool God.

TE

ps, up untill now I thought you were american he he. You are more closer to home than I thought!

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Why Would Someone Like me Leave the "Truth"? Part 3 Continued

by cantleave in

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mike and i decided that we would find out where he lived and visit him.

he had moved to completely different area but we were new elders and determined to get our man.

we confronted bro smith on his doorstep after establishing where his house was and waiting outside long enough to ensure that he was in.

Truthexplorer

Thanks for your candid experience Cantleave.

I personally am at the point where I can no longer tell people outright that I am one of Jehovahs Witness because I am deeply ashAmed of this Organisation for the very reasons that you have outlined. I am however not ashamed to tell people that I am a Christian. If anybody asks me which denomination. I tell them that I prefer not to say as I disagree with so much of their doctrine. I am a christian through and through and will only go by that name from now on as I feel totally comfortable with that, I will encourage them to read their bibles and let the holy spirit direct them in the way they should go.

I will never be ashamed of my lord Jesus Christ and will tell others about the good news of the Kingdom. Your experinece is an example of how mens interpretations and rules have made a mockery of what Jesus taught his followers.

Thank you once agin for your experience

TE

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What are your favourite Lily Allen songs?

by slimboyfat in

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at the moment for me it's the fear.

i think she's right about the real or the unreal or the hyperreal or whatever it is.. .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn7zis43yhs.

Truthexplorer

'its not fair'

love the video

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Sent anonymous letters to the society?

by Truthexplorer in

just wondered if many of you have sent any anonymous letter to the society expressing your view points and unhappiness with the way things are.. i am in the process of doing this, but wish to keep it personal and not show it on this forum as there is too much in the letter that might give me away.

the letter will be very sincere and honest.

it will be about 10 pages long and i will be sending copies to the governing body and to the writing department at brooklyn.

Truthexplorer

Thanks everyone for replies

Ok, now I am starting to get scared.

I am glad you are giving me plenty of advice here.

Will take this on board and think carefully before sending.

TE

ps RR - Hopefully I will avoid all hell breaking loose

You are certainly braver than most in what you did. Fair play to you.

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Sent anonymous letters to the society?

by Truthexplorer in

just wondered if many of you have sent any anonymous letter to the society expressing your view points and unhappiness with the way things are.. i am in the process of doing this, but wish to keep it personal and not show it on this forum as there is too much in the letter that might give me away.

the letter will be very sincere and honest.

it will be about 10 pages long and i will be sending copies to the governing body and to the writing department at brooklyn.

Truthexplorer

Good point Aude Speare,

I had thought of that. I am trying to find out the best and most effective way of going about this. I had also thougt about sending it via email using an anonymous email address, but again need to be wary about my email details/signature code etc.

Thanks for pointing it out though

Mike,.... er I mean TE

(lol - just kidding )

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Sent anonymous letters to the society?

by Truthexplorer in

just wondered if many of you have sent any anonymous letter to the society expressing your view points and unhappiness with the way things are.. i am in the process of doing this, but wish to keep it personal and not show it on this forum as there is too much in the letter that might give me away.

the letter will be very sincere and honest.

it will be about 10 pages long and i will be sending copies to the governing body and to the writing department at brooklyn.

Truthexplorer

Hi all,

Just wondered if many of you have sent any anonymous letter to the society expressing your view points and unhappiness with the way things are.

I am in the process of doing this, but wish to keep it personal and not show it on this forum as there is too much in the letter that might give me away. The letter will be very sincere and honest. It will be about 10 pages long and I will be sending copies to the Governing body and to the writing department at Brooklyn.

I am not expecting anyone to read it at Bethel, but feel that it will be worth a try. The letter will be a mixture of negative and positive feedback for them to reflect on.

If you have sent one, have you a copy of it you feel comfortable enough to share with us on this thread or simply share some of the things you had written in the letter you sent.

TE

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Is There Any TV Show That You Wished Was Still On?

by minimus in

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i know a lot of people were upset when mash ended.

i never was a big fan of the show, probably because it was on a meeting night, but it was a very popular show.. i loved hill street blues, taxi, all in the family, the rifleman, even superman!

i wished those shows never stopped!.

Truthexplorer

also - star trek (original series)

I am currently watching repeats on CBS action

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Is There Any TV Show That You Wished Was Still On?

by minimus in

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i know a lot of people were upset when mash ended.

i never was a big fan of the show, probably because it was on a meeting night, but it was a very popular show.. i loved hill street blues, taxi, all in the family, the rifleman, even superman!

i wished those shows never stopped!.

Truthexplorer

'Father Ted'

I have the whole series on dvd

It was the shot of humour I needed to get me through the drudgery of being a jehovahs witness.

Shame that Dermot Morgan died, as would have loved to see more episodes made.

TE

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New here-question about calls from the elders

by hoggieman in

i have been looking around here for a while but this is my first post.

my wife and i have been fading not so smoothly.

i pretty much know this is not the truth but am still undecided how i feel on various issues and i am still sorting them out.

Truthexplorer

Hi Hoggieman

Good advice from the ex elders on this thread.

Whats more you are best to fade away gradually. Saves a lot of hassle all round.

TE