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This is well worth remembering

by The Quiet One in

http://www.theguardian.com/uk/2001/oct/08/religion.world?view=desktop.

The Quiet One

Slimboyfat said:'..but has it ever been proved?' "THE preamble to the United Nations Charter expresses these noble aims: We the peoples of the United Nations determined tosave succeeding generations from the scourge of war, which twice in our lifetime has brought untold sorrow to mankind, . . . and [desiring] to unite our strength to maintain international peace and security, .. . have resolved to combine our efforts to accomplish these aims. Did the UN accomplish these aims? Did it get the nations to unite their strength and maintainpeace and security? No, not so far, although the UN has sincerely tried to be a significantly better way than the League of Nations. Jehovahs Witnesses firmly believe that the United Nations is going to play a major role in world events in the very near future. No doubt these developments will be very exciting. And the results will have a far-reaching impact on your life. We urge you to ask Jehovahs Witnesses in your neighborhood for more details on this matter. The Bible clearly paints a picture showing that theUnited Nations will very shortly be given power and authority. The UN will then do some very astonishing things that may well amaze you. And you will be thrilled to learn that there is yet a better way near at hand that will surely bring eternal peace and security!" Awake!1991 Sep 8 p.10 "WE THE PEOPLES OF THE UNITED NATIONS DETERMINED to save succeeding generations from thescourge of war, which twice in our lifetime has brought untold sorrow to mankind, and to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women and of nations large and small, . . .Preamble to the charter of the United Nations. OCTOBER 24, 1995, marks the 50th anniversary of the United Nations. All 185 current member States are committed to the organizations original principles and goals as expressed in that charter: to maintain internationalpeace and security; to suppress acts of aggression that threaten world peace; to encourage friendly relations among nations; to protect the fundamental freedoms of all peoples without discrimination based on race, sex, language, or religion; and to achieve international cooperation in solving economic, social, and cultural problems. For 50 years the United Nations organization has made notable efforts to bring about world peace and security. Arguably, it may have prevented a third world war, and the wholesale destruction of human life through the use of nuclear bombs has not been repeated. The United Nations has provided millions of children with food and medicine. It has contributed to improved health standards in many countries, providing, among other things, safer drinking water and immunization against dangerousdiseases. Millions of refugees have received humanitarian assistance. In recognition of its accomplishments, the United Nations organization has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize five times. Yet, the lamentable fact of life is that we still do not live ina world without war. In Bible prophecy, human governments are often symbolized by wild beasts. (Daniel 7:6, 12, 23; 8:20-22) Hence, for many decades the Watchtower magazine has identified the wild beasts of Revelation chapters 13 and 17 with todays worldly governments. This includes the United Nations, which is depictedin Revelation chapter 17 as a scarlet-colored beast with seven heads and ten horns. However, this Scriptural position does not condone any form of disrespect toward governments or their officials. The Bible clearly states: Let every soul be in subjection to the superior authorities, for there is no authority except by God; the existing authorities stand placed in their relative positions by God. Therefore he who opposes the authority has taken a stand against the arrangement of God; those who have taken a stand against it will receive judgment to themselves. Romans 13:1, 2. Accordingly, Jehovahs Witnesses, who are maintaining strict political neutrality, do not interfere with human governments. They never foment revolution or participate in acts of civil disobedience. Rather, theyrecognize that some form of government is necessary to maintain law and order in humansociety.Romans 13:1-7; Titus 3:1. Jehovahs Witnesses view the United Nations organization as they do other governmental bodies of the world. They acknowledge that the United Nations continues to exist by Gods permission. In harmony with the Bible, Jehovahs Witnesses render due respect to all governments and obey them as long as such obedience does not require that they sin against God. Acts 5:29" Watchtower1995 Oct 1 pp.3,7 TheAwake!2000 December 8 devoted a number of pages to discussing the fine efforts of the United Nations. TheAwake!1998November 22 also devoted several pages to discussion of the United Nations, including praising the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. " http://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/united-nations-association.php

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Comments on the Lozano case, unbelievable..

by The Quiet One in

http://jwtalk.net/forums/topic/10657-more-disappointing-news/.

The Quiet One

(The logic here is staggering) pinkpopcorn Advanced Member Moderator 2,161 posts Sister Chris FL Posted01 August 2013 - 09:56 AM "Unlike the Catholic or other churches, we now take steps to remove the wicked man from among us. This was not always the case because of being hampered by the 'two witness policy' which is absolutely scriptural.. But, Jesus has come to the rescue. Now the victims of crimes can go to Caesar and to the spiritual elders without feeling that nobody will take action..... The Catholic church holds serious culpability for just moving guilty ones around which allowed the wicked one not be caught. Within that organization they give 'sanctuary' to criminals. I recall an article we had years ago that brought out how God does not harbor criminals behind closed doors."

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Comments on the Lozano case, unbelievable..

by The Quiet One in

http://jwtalk.net/forums/topic/10657-more-disappointing-news/.

The Quiet One

Sister Vernalee Florida Panhandle Posted01 August 2013 - 08:25 AM "Sad to say these things do happen, even in our Organization. However the brothers take the information they get immediately to the authorities."

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Comments on the Lozano case, unbelievable..

by The Quiet One in

http://jwtalk.net/forums/topic/10657-more-disappointing-news/.

The Quiet One

http://jwtalk.net/forums/topic/10657-more-disappointing-news/

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This is well worth remembering

by The Quiet One in

http://www.theguardian.com/uk/2001/oct/08/religion.world?view=desktop.

The Quiet One

http://www.theguardian.com/uk/2001/oct/08/religion.world?view=desktop

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Narcissistic Supply posts nonsense and wastes space..

by The Quiet One in

anyone agree?

is he/she spamming or just promoting a website?

don't know what their purpose is...

The Quiet One

Having read some of his other threads, I wish to apologise for having posted this. It seems that he may not be a spammer. I shall be more quiet in the future ;)

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