Hello all. I left several years ago & have one daughter still in. She's 32 & married to a nonbeliever. After I got labeled as an APOSTATE, she cut off all communication. Recently, they moved back into the area & I was considering sending at least one letter explaining my position. I mainly wanted to direct her to Paul's site as I couldn't argue any points better. I asked my youngest daughter who's inactive what she thought. She didn't think it was a good idea. I would hate to look back twenty years from now after my grandchildren have grown, wishing I had done something. Any advice or experiences?
mrquik
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Do You Think Writing My Daughter is a Good Idea?
by mrquik ini left several years ago & have one daughter still in.
she's 32 & married to a nonbeliever.
after i got labeled as an apostate, she cut off all communication.
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As disciples of Jesus, JW's recognize the authority of Jesus Christ as exercised through "the faithful and discreet slave." - Our Kingdom Ministry
by wannabefree inyep, that was in the may 1986 okm.. i was sitting on the floor, going through my binder of old km's looking at the ones from the year i came into the truth cult ... it's funny (in a pathetic way) how nothing has really changed (well, except for new or brighter light stuff).
twenty-six years ago it was just as much a cult as it is today .. and i couldn't see it.. the article goes on to say .... "keep in mind that we are helping bible students to become disciples of jesus christ and not disciples of ourselves".
... since jesus' exercises his authority through "the faithful and discreet slave", i guess it would also be accurate to say "keep in mind that we are helping bible students to become disciples of the faithful and discreet slave and not disciples of ourselves".
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You never get a straight answer about who's to blame for the mistakes. If they are indeed "authorized" by Christ, then Jesus has to take the fall. Yet blaming Jesus for changed doctrine that ruined lives violates the "the law of love." So they are left on the horns of a dilemma. If Jesus is not responsible, then the JW's are following men. They might do just as well following Ronald McDonald. (Might get a free hamburger.)
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Memorial Invitation official first day today
by OneDayillBeFree inwell it's that time of year again and the invitations to another pointless memorial aka reject jesus party is now in full swing.
even though it's only the first day i'm already more than sick of it!
this is the first year i am fully mentally awake for the memorial season, and honestly i'm so sick of it all!
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Who did Jesus command to preach, the anointed or the great crowd?
by matt2414 inwhen one becomes filled with the knowledge of the promised earthly paradise under christ's kingdom, one wants to share it with others.
it is good news!acts 5:41, 42.. doing this is an important way of showing that you are a disciple of jesus christ.
in the bible, jesus is called "the faithful and true witness.
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Can anyone prove that birthday celebrations are forbidden by God?
by FaithfulBrother ini know that there is no mention of any birthday celebrations in the bible besides the two which were celebrated by non-believers.
and it just so happened that on each of these events, someone died (one non-believer and one believer).
but does it mean that just because the bible mentions these two events, that all birthday celebrations are forbidden?
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mrquik
Thanks Scully; Now I can't take a piss without looking over my shoulder.
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Can anyone prove that birthday celebrations are forbidden by God?
by FaithfulBrother ini know that there is no mention of any birthday celebrations in the bible besides the two which were celebrated by non-believers.
and it just so happened that on each of these events, someone died (one non-believer and one believer).
but does it mean that just because the bible mentions these two events, that all birthday celebrations are forbidden?
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mrquik
Argument against "Self Glorification". If one is using that as a principle, you certainly cannot condone celebrating an anniversary where not one but two people are "praised" for another year together. Also, don't forget to throw away those pagan wedding rings.
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The "invisible" Elephant in the room: ELDERLY JW's nobody provides for
by Terry inquestion: how does the leadership of jehovah's witnesses instruct its members to prepare for the eventual elder care of its members?.
answer: it pretends it will never happen!.
is this responsible leadership or some kind of cognitive dissonant malfeasance?.
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Terry; Right on the mark again. So much for identifying the "true" religion by the love shown to the aged and penniless it created. They could care less. A shameful mess created by a manmade religion too busy saving it's own ass. Those of you elderly still in, you have my sympathy.
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Greetings and best wishes: Introduction of Mediator007
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i thought i should introduce myself as i have been reading your various threads.
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mrquik
Welcome 007; I too believe many core teachings. I think the WTSB is a classic example of " a little bit of knowledge being a dangerous thing". I think the answer as to where to go is more of when to go. As has been well documented, 1914 wasn't the beginning or ending of anything. That being the case, one could make the arguement that God's intervention into man's affairs has not begun & the "last generation" ain't this one. (Most likely the next one either) Until then, I shall Live Well......Enjoy Life. Welcome to the forum.
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California Most Hated State, According To Recent Poll
by Bangalore incalifornia most hated state, according to recent poll .. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/23/california-most-hated-state_n_1297843.html?ref=mostpopular.
bangalore.
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mrquik
Move to NY. We hate everyone. Oh, and the weather sucks. Almost forgot the taxes.
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Who went to the meeting today?
by shamus100 inhad pancakes with tree blood (my favorite!).
sipping coffee, going to the mountains today.
ah, life is good.
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mrquik
Passed the hall on my way skiing. It bothered me all day long. Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha................Ha!