Posts by itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

There is little insurance coverage by major Property Companies there, therefore if relief came in a big way to the brothers there would be no way for them to contribute back for the assistance. This is a big money operation when they get involved with relief. How so?

Say a homeowner has a roof and drywall damage to thier house. volunteers come in and materials are shipped to the location by WTB&TS great huh, then food is provided by Volunteers and the branch, still with me... everything looks like a unbeleivable gesture of goodwill and help right.... actually when everything wraps up , brothers come around with detailed bills allowing for contributions of insurance payoffs are then suggested. There is a method... in gossip form of informimg all houseolders that "wouldn't it be the right thing to do to pony up the whole amount you received from your insurance coverage"... instead of just the itemized costs. This allows for 100,000s of thousands if not millions of tax free donations all in the name of a non profit religious organization for the "beneifit of all"

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I'm a very happy witness of Jehovah

by ELPIRO in

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i kinda figured i would read many negative things concerning jw, i was not disapointed............ i say if you ae not happy not just in the jw, but anywhere, life it too short move on.. .

i myself am a wittness, an anointed witnes .

there is no shame is sharing yr hope and i am varry happy with mine.

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

There is no way any witness can be happy if he is aware of the history of this organizations manipulations of prophesy and dates. I am still involved but recognize the dangers inherant. Only a careful and plotted withdrawl over time spares souls some of the torments of those people that think they are entitled, biblical scholars-not, and the only creation blessed by God on the face of the earth. Woe to this elitist mentality of both it's leadership and those who are its field commanders particularly. And secondly, pity goes out to the "rank and file" for having to bear the heavy loads of these types of leaders. I am constantly amazed at what I do not know about the bible and the science after 50 years with JWs.

I am glad you ARE HAPPY but if you are a researcher, truly, your happy days are numbered.

Two Cents,

itsi.....

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Help looking for PDF of Raz Kletter's Economic Keystones: The Weight System of the Kingdom of Judah (1998).

by itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat in

looking for pdf of raz kletter's economic keystones: the weight system of the kingdom of judah (1998).. thanks for anyone's help and for leolaia suggestion.. .

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

Awesome and thanks again.

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Help looking for PDF of Raz Kletter's Economic Keystones: The Weight System of the Kingdom of Judah (1998).

by itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat in

looking for pdf of raz kletter's economic keystones: the weight system of the kingdom of judah (1998).. thanks for anyone's help and for leolaia suggestion.. .

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

I get a malicious software site on trying to access either one?

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Help looking for PDF of Raz Kletter's Economic Keystones: The Weight System of the Kingdom of Judah (1998).

by itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat in

looking for pdf of raz kletter's economic keystones: the weight system of the kingdom of judah (1998).. thanks for anyone's help and for leolaia suggestion.. .

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

Looking for PDF of Raz Kletter's Economic Keystones: The Weight System of the Kingdom of Judah (1998).

Thanks for anyone's help and for Leolaia suggestion.

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How Important is knowing the Truth, Really?

by cameo-d in

is the quest of finding the real truth even attainable?

is the quest of trying to find out worth the risk and the sacrifice of losing the love of friends and family?

oh, i know many of you will say the "love" is fake or not true if it can't hold up to scrutinty.

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

The question is not easily answered. But untruth is worth knowing and identifying because there is always greed and domination at the end of it. True freedom or as close as we can get to it, is perhaps in identifying what falsehoods there are out there, and this enables you to avoid being a captive of others wishes and desires. It is like being a "savvy shopper". The pursuit of truth or knowledge will never end.

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Aid to Bible Understanding

by Sharpie in

how many people still have the book aid to bible understanding?

and when did the watchtower decide to scrap it?

was there any offical anoucements anyone rememeber to please return the books?

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

Sharpie you have a pm

"just have to ask....."

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CO will sit in on my "study" this week: any suggestions?

by InterestedOne in

in my "study" with jw's, we're in ch 7 of the "bible teach" book.

we did pars 17-20 last week.

this week, the co is in town, and my conductor is having him sit in.

itsibitsybrainbutbigenoughtosmellarat

Oh I see that was meant differently, not sexually. OK, ahhh refer back to the other thought

"Ask the CO if you conclude what you've learned is rubbish, whether or not your friend will be able to freely associate with you and maintain a friendship with you with no pressure or sanctions from the congregation."