we were talking with a friend who is in a different area and they mentioned that their present kingdom hall building used to be a church before the brothers bought it cheaply and renovated it.
"of course," john then said, "it'll be dedicated to jehovah after all the work is done so even if everyone in the community still call it the old church, we'll know it is jehovah’s place of worship.
hadn't consciously thought about it until now, but isn't it hypocrisy to (re)dedicate a church and it becomes ok for the witnesses to use.
Good news Amicabl. The organisation has been failing people on their promises. This happened in another place in Australia. They sold a Hall saying it wasn't big enough (for the memorial) and they would rebuild. This was about five years ago. They have not rebuilt and now every JW from that Hall has to travel at least 20 km's extra.
How much of a inconvenience has this caused your wife and other members?
we were talking with a friend who is in a different area and they mentioned that their present kingdom hall building used to be a church before the brothers bought it cheaply and renovated it.
"of course," john then said, "it'll be dedicated to jehovah after all the work is done so even if everyone in the community still call it the old church, we'll know it is jehovah’s place of worship.
hadn't consciously thought about it until now, but isn't it hypocrisy to (re)dedicate a church and it becomes ok for the witnesses to use.
I don't understand why they find it necessary to dedicate a Kingdom Hall to God in the first place, it is just a material thing. Most JWs have a special bag that they only use for field service, why don't they have a formal dedication for that? Or for their carts?
I think it is highly inappropriate given that most Kingdom Halls have toilets and wash rooms inside, it's not very honor able to be dedicating these to God.
Its only a ritual that takes place to make publishers think it's all part of their worship to Jehovah and have them donate more.
no, charles taze russell was not a pennsylvania freemason!.
this is the answer i received in a letter: .
"after a search of our records, we determined that the three russell's were not members of our organization.
Solaris, are you able to prove your claim regarding Russell. I know you say it's secret but if you know he was then you've just proven that claim as false. It's no longer secret once it's on public notice.
Has your research revealed which Governing Bod members today are Fremasons?
Sparrowdown - Hmmm...Maybe I should start a thread with just "ug?" and see how many people respond.You'd want to be careful, the Watchtower might come after you for copyright.
this months broadcast is presented by losche and he discusses the need for trust in the fds.
the following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.. satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our brothers including the faithful slave.
the method of spreading rumors is not new.
Jehovah and Jesus trusts the imperfect Slave who cares for things to the best of his ability and with the best of motives.
The article in the June 2018 Watchtower, the following is the first paragraph, highlights are mine
THE POWER OF A GREETINGHELLO! How are you today?”
No doubt you have often used a greeting such as that. You may even have accompanied your greeting with a handshake or a hug. Customs and words used may differ from place to place, but the basics of a greeting are much the same. In fact, not offering or responding to a greeting may be taken as unloving or as evidence of bad manners.
Poopie, it's very unlikely that there will be any change in policy.
this months broadcast is presented by losche and he discusses the need for trust in the fds.
the following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.. satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our brothers including the faithful slave.
the method of spreading rumors is not new.
W 07 5/1 - genuine anointed Christians do not demand special attention. They do not believe that their being of the anointed gives them special “insights,” beyond what even some experienced members of the great crowd may have. They do not believe that they necessarily have more holy spirit than their companions of the other sheep have; nor do they expect special treatment or claim that their partaking of the emblems places them above the appointed elders in the congregation.
This doesn't apply to the Governing Body Members of the Faithful & Discreet Slave. They are a special class where a publisher must have even more trust in them over Elders who they may have known personally for decades. They do expect special treatment and Losch makes it clear that Jesus has specifically chosen him to be crowned a King.
this months broadcast is presented by losche and he discusses the need for trust in the fds.
the following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.. satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our brothers including the faithful slave.
the method of spreading rumors is not new.
It must be causing a stir otherwise they would not have spent time and resources on damage control. There's no doubt about it, Jackson is responsible for being a stumbling block to some JWs. Occasionally you can read about his testimony playing an important part in the waking up of some JWs.
I wonder if Jackson has thought of stepping down? I would be surprised if he hasn't, at least, thought about the damage he has done and been very sad. He's in a similar position as Morris was and continues to be but Jackson comes across as a little more humble than him.
It would be lovely to see him return to his wife's Island home and start a family. He may even begin to wake up when he meditates on all his experiences as a GB member.
this months broadcast is presented by losche and he discusses the need for trust in the fds.
the following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.. satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our brothers including the faithful slave.
the method of spreading rumors is not new.
One of the reasons we should put total trust in them is because they don't want to lose out on their heavenly reward. Yet there have been GB members in the past where this hasn't been a consideration.
The same principle should apply to any JW, including Elders, whether they have the heavenly hope or the earthly hope.
this months broadcast is presented by losche and he discusses the need for trust in the fds.
the following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.. satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our brothers including the faithful slave.
the method of spreading rumors is not new.
This months broadcast is presented by Losche and he discusses the need for trust in the FDS. The following is transcribed from the 12.30 mark.
Satan also has the scheme to spread rumors about our Brothers including the Faithful Slave. The method of spreading rumors is not new. When Jesus was resurrected and the tomb was empty, the soldiers that reported it were told to spread the rumor that the disciples cam and stole the body at night. quotes Matthew 28:15. Another rumor in the 1st Century was that Christians were responsible for the great fire of Rome...Historians say that it was Nero, the Emperor that set fire to the city...It would seem that he is specifically addressing what Jackson said at the Australian Royal Commission but can't be bothered to be specific or to explain how he was taken out of context or even if he was.
Today occassionaly rumors are being spread in electronic form about the Faithful Slave. This has brought some concern on the part of Brothers that especially when the reports are commenting on Court cases where some in the Organization were accused. Sometimes reference is made to certain quotes and readers then think 'how can a quote be a rumor?' A quote can be taken out of context. Critical reports often only give part of a matter and leave out other aspects. Often such rumors play on the emotions.
Ask yourself, am I prone to believe rumors and even if I am, should I spread it and undermine the trust that others have in the Slave or a representative of the er Branch Office. Avoid sensationalism by something like 'Can you believe what I heard about this matter or that matter or this person or that person' referring to a matter that may have appeared on Facebook, Youtube or Twitter? The spread of rumors is like wildfire that is hard to control, it spreads distrust and can undermine someone's faith.
This is not to say that the Slave is perfect and never makes mistakes but Jehovah and Jesus trusts the imperfect Slave who cares for things to the best of his ability and with the best of motives. Shouldn't we then trust the Slave as well? To appreciate the extent of Jehovah's and Jesus' trust in the faithful slave, reflect on what he has promised it's members. He has promised them immortality and incoruption. Soon, just before Armageddon, the remaining members of the Slave will be taken to heaven.
Since 1919 of our common era, the Slave has been put in charge of some belongings of Christ. According to Matthew 24:47 when the anointed are taken to heaven Jesus will then at that point entrust all his belongings to them. Does this not reveal immense trust? Revelation 4:4 describes these resurrected anointed as co rulers with Christ. Revelation 22:5 says they will rule, not only for a thousand years but for eever and eever. What imense trust Jesus shows toward them. Since Jehovah God and Jesus Christ completely trust the FDS should we not do the same?
Many servants of Jehovah in the past showed trust in Jehovah when confronted with obstacles or opposition. We can trust that Jehovah will not let us be tested beyond what we can bare but will provide a way out so that we can remain faithful under trials.
So, whom do you trust? You fully trust in Jehovah, Jesus and the Faithful Slave. To a reasonable degree you also trust all of your fellow Brothers and Sisters...something else we need to trust in – God’s Word...
