i was watching cnn, an d they asked this question and this one lady called in and claimed she wasn't raised in a religious household.
but she remembered when she was in elementary school that this jw girl asked her if she was spritual she said no, then the jw told her she would go to hell.
wow.
I didn't think it was crap, GromitSK. In fact, I thought it was a great discussion to be had; I just wasn't sure how I wanted to add to it. But I hesitate to give a yes or no response to the question in this thread because different people do define spirituality in different ways.
Tammy
ever hear somebody say, "trust your gut..."?.
or, like obe wan kenobe: "trust your feelings...."?.
have you ever followed that "little voice" that whispers to you that you should or should not do something?.
I don't know what LOA stands for.
to the household of god, israel, and all those who go with... may you have peace!.
i was recently directed to post some truths about the harlot, babylon the great, including who she is (i.e., those who profess to be in union with christ, but are not, and so commit fornication with the "kings of the earth" (e.g., persons such as popes, gb members, and other so-called "leaders" who believe they have been given charge over a "kingdom"... but have not... yet (revelation 17:12)... and when they are, it is soley for the purpose of destroying the harlot (revelation 17:13, 16-18)).. some have taken issue with this truth (who babylon the great is), and praise jah, our lord has given me more to share with you on that matter.
some of you may have already received this truth; however, for those who have not, i share the following, taken from chapters 8 and 9 of the proverbs:.
Well, then I would try to find out from him how much of the batshit crazy stuff in the bible is true.
LOL - I wasn't expecting that for an answer :-)
Actually, it was a really personal question. I probably had no right to ask how you would respond after meeting God.
Tammy
to the household of god, israel, and all those who go with... may you have peace!.
i was recently directed to post some truths about the harlot, babylon the great, including who she is (i.e., those who profess to be in union with christ, but are not, and so commit fornication with the "kings of the earth" (e.g., persons such as popes, gb members, and other so-called "leaders" who believe they have been given charge over a "kingdom"... but have not... yet (revelation 17:12)... and when they are, it is soley for the purpose of destroying the harlot (revelation 17:13, 16-18)).. some have taken issue with this truth (who babylon the great is), and praise jah, our lord has given me more to share with you on that matter.
some of you may have already received this truth; however, for those who have not, i share the following, taken from chapters 8 and 9 of the proverbs:.
I already said that would be enough to make me beleive in god... -NVL
I meant, 'what would you do with the knowledge that God exists'. Not belief through faith - but knowledge because of absolute proof that God exists, since He basically came down and appeared to you, and to you specifically.
Tammy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk6ilzaaami.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uazdcs-rmf4.
When others are hurting I don't tell them "I'll pray for you". Why? Because it really means "I care so much I'm only going to talk to myself about it."
Better to engage them and lighten their burden personally, up close and directly than in tacit self-dialogue before nappy time. - Terry
I can do both *gasp* simultaneously :-)
Edited to add: Especially if it brings someone else peace to know that they are being prayed for.
to the household of god, israel, and all those who go with... may you have peace!.
i was recently directed to post some truths about the harlot, babylon the great, including who she is (i.e., those who profess to be in union with christ, but are not, and so commit fornication with the "kings of the earth" (e.g., persons such as popes, gb members, and other so-called "leaders" who believe they have been given charge over a "kingdom"... but have not... yet (revelation 17:12)... and when they are, it is soley for the purpose of destroying the harlot (revelation 17:13, 16-18)).. some have taken issue with this truth (who babylon the great is), and praise jah, our lord has given me more to share with you on that matter.
some of you may have already received this truth; however, for those who have not, i share the following, taken from chapters 8 and 9 of the proverbs:.
God could appear before me, show me a miracle or two, show me the wonders of heaven, I would be convinced. Rods into snakes, water to wine, resurrect a dead person....that should do it. - NVL
And what would you do with that knowledge? Just curious.
to the household of god, israel, and all those who go with... may you have peace!.
i was recently directed to post some truths about the harlot, babylon the great, including who she is (i.e., those who profess to be in union with christ, but are not, and so commit fornication with the "kings of the earth" (e.g., persons such as popes, gb members, and other so-called "leaders" who believe they have been given charge over a "kingdom"... but have not... yet (revelation 17:12)... and when they are, it is soley for the purpose of destroying the harlot (revelation 17:13, 16-18)).. some have taken issue with this truth (who babylon the great is), and praise jah, our lord has given me more to share with you on that matter.
some of you may have already received this truth; however, for those who have not, i share the following, taken from chapters 8 and 9 of the proverbs:.
And answer the question, if god can clearly force people to acknowledge him and hear him when it suits him, why does he play cloak and dagger? why doesn't he just make everyone hear his message and then leave what they want to do up to the individual? - NVL
She did answer that, NVL.
Tammy
i work at a large retail store.
recently, i've made a dozen or more hook shaped grabbers from conduit in order to pull items from the back of the shelves to the front.
they're handy and professionally made.
Sorry :-)
I thought it was funny when I read it, but was not really sure why the latter threat worked... except no one wants to take chances with their genitals.
I'd say part superstition for some, but mostly conscience... because you were obviously angry enough about losing your sticks to write a self-made curse upon them.
Tammy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk6ilzaaami.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uazdcs-rmf4.
I pray. Prayer allows me to feel connected to God. Prayer helps me to voice my thoughts and concerns; allows me to be honest with myself and God and helps me to clear my conscience if I am troubled by something I have done.
Prayer grants me inner peace and peace with God.
Not that God needs my words to know what I want or need; He hears far better than what mere words can convey. But I need them, and so prayer is a gift for me.
Tammy
i have been in a world of pain this weekend.. some of you know the ongoing battle i have had with my ex wife, an uber dub hypocrite, over seeing my kids more.
3 weeks ago i managed to secure an agreement from her that provided my 13 yr old daughter friday night to sunday afternoons and for my 16 yr old son to have friday night to sat afternoon with the option to extend it to sunday if he so desires.
this is each second weekend.. first due weekend visit she rearranged the days so that she was technically pre agreement start date.
I don't think there is much I can add that has not already been said. I've been following your story also, and I find it heart-wrenching.
Initially, I was worried that you were putting undue pressure on your kids. I quickly reconsidered. You DID set a good example for them by standing up for your rights. You did the right thing by reminding them of how hard you've worked to be able to see them more, and in showing them the legal agreement. By taking the choice away from your daughter, who legally does not have one, the guilt she might feel now and in the future is also taken away. Your son is a tougher matter, but you did the right (even if somewhat painful) thing by making your feelings known to him in a sincere manner. Everyone respects and responds to honesty, and kids are no exception.
And the sooner you let your ex know that these manipulations aren't going to work, the better. It will hopefully save you a great deal of heartache and frustration down the road - especially since you are legally in the right.
I would caution you NOT to bash your ex-wife in any way. Your kids will be able to see her manipulations for themselves, even if it doesn't always seem like it to you. Bashing their mother will only hurt them, and your relationship with them. At the same time, both your son and your daughter need you to be firm in this matter. They're going to be torn because of your ex-wife's actions, but seeing that you are not going to change your mind gives them real stability in an unstable situation.
For what its worth, I think you did very well. Anyone who has heard you speak of your children can tell how much you love them, and you already know to keep them involved with fun things outside of the cult world they are exposed to at their mother's home.
You're a good dad, AussieOz.
Tammy
