Posts by cappytan

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Good books to read?

by thedepressedsoul in

i read crisis on the conscience and i am about to start, "who wrote the bible?

does anyone have a list or great books to read for anyone searching for the real truth?

i've only ever seen the world through a jw lens and i am excited to see what other view points are out there!

cappytan

In the video you linked Harris says he does not advocate a first strike. In that extract he did.

Nowhere in that quote is he advocating for a first strike. Look up the definition of advocating.

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Request for BOE Translation!

by Atlantis in

if we could get this letter translated we would appreciate it.

we will then send the translation back to barbara anderson.. .

http://postimg.org/image/o1y62yr2b/.

cappytan

What really bothered me was the expression "unconditional support" when referring to supporting the org.

I've never heard that expression in English, at least in writing. Usually they say something like "continued support" or something along those lines.

Am I wrong? Did I translate it wrong?

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Request for BOE Translation!

by Atlantis in

if we could get this letter translated we would appreciate it.

we will then send the translation back to barbara anderson.. .

http://postimg.org/image/o1y62yr2b/.

cappytan

However, can you rephrase " you are going to great effort...". Perhaps: "you are going to great lengths..." or "you are making great efforts..."

Done!

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Request for BOE Translation!

by Atlantis in

if we could get this letter translated we would appreciate it.

we will then send the translation back to barbara anderson.. .

http://postimg.org/image/o1y62yr2b/.

cappytan

Here you go: (Disclaimer: Spanish isn't my native language.)

TO ALL CONGREGATIONS
Regarding: Video equipment in Kingdom Halls
Dear brothers:
We are pleased to write you concerning the installation of video equipment in Kingdom Halls.
As you know, for approximately one year we have been working to have the majority of Kingdom Halls get two TV monitors and, in some cases, only one, depending on the size of the hall. We are sure that all appreciate this provision allowing us to enjoy the audio/video programming Jehovah’s Organization is using today.
The cost of the installation of all this video equipment is defrayed thanks to the donations of the worldwide brotherhood to the program Worldwide Construction of Kingdom Halls and Assembly Halls. However, in view of the urgent need to accelerate the construction of worthy places of worship locally and worldwide, the Governing Body has asked for your kind cooperation to reimburse the organization for the cost of this equipment. (2 Corinthians 9:7) The suggested contribution is 6.50 euros per publisher.
We know you are going to great lengths to generously support the worldwide work and the construction of Kingdom Halls and Assembly Halls. You deserve commendation for the spirit you show. You can be sure that the Governing Body appreciates the additional effort you will put forth to reimburse the cost of the video equipment. This will allow “by means of an equalizing, your surplus at the present time might offset [the need of others]”, and continue the construction of theocratic facilities where needed. (2 Corinthians 8:14). Thank you very much for your generosity.
We pray that Jehovah continues to bless your hard work and unconditional support of Kingdom Interests. (Proverbs 10:22). Be assured of our warm Christian love,
Your Brothers,
Greedy A-holes of Jehovah

(Well, maybe that last line got lost in translation. lol)

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Good books to read?

by thedepressedsoul in

i read crisis on the conscience and i am about to start, "who wrote the bible?

does anyone have a list or great books to read for anyone searching for the real truth?

i've only ever seen the world through a jw lens and i am excited to see what other view points are out there!

cappytan

Try Karen Armstrong's "A History of God."

Sam Harris' "Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion" is great too.

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Condescending theist tries to comfort fellow exjw's by telling them life isn't worth living without Sky Daddy

by cappytan in

jw
friends

this guy took over the exjw meetup.com group i follow and just sent out this email to all of us.to all members : i stepped in as an organizer to save the group in the hopes of connecting with other believers.

it appears that after leaving jehovahs witnesses you all have given up your promise to spend the rest of your lives serving god.

that now your free to just do whatever you want!

cappytan

Stan: Arrrrrrrrrrgh.

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Condescending theist tries to comfort fellow exjw's by telling them life isn't worth living without Sky Daddy

by cappytan in

jw
friends

this guy took over the exjw meetup.com group i follow and just sent out this email to all of us.to all members : i stepped in as an organizer to save the group in the hopes of connecting with other believers.

it appears that after leaving jehovahs witnesses you all have given up your promise to spend the rest of your lives serving god.

that now your free to just do whatever you want!

cappytan

Whats the $15 for?

Apparently Meetup.com charges to host a meetup group, I guess. I didn't know that.

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Condescending theist tries to comfort fellow exjw's by telling them life isn't worth living without Sky Daddy

by cappytan in

jw
friends

this guy took over the exjw meetup.com group i follow and just sent out this email to all of us.to all members : i stepped in as an organizer to save the group in the hopes of connecting with other believers.

it appears that after leaving jehovahs witnesses you all have given up your promise to spend the rest of your lives serving god.

that now your free to just do whatever you want!

cappytan

This guy took over the ExJW meetup.com group I follow and just sent out this email to all of us.

To all members : I stepped in as an organizer to save the group in the hopes of connecting with other believers. It appears that after leaving Jehovahs Witnesses you all have given up your promise to spend the rest of your lives serving God. That now your free to just do whatever you want! Your promise was to God, not to the JW org. Besides, there is no better way to live. The rewards far outway the consequences of living a self serving life. And yes, there is a god for all those who have decided to become atheist.And he's not far away, way up in the sky somewhere. But right in front of you in another realm, the spiritual realm. If you've lost your faith, you've lost everything. And you can get it back! I'm stepping out as organizer, not even going to schedule the first meet-up since no one has responded to even one of my emails. Oh yes one! an unhappy, unfulfilled atheist who let me know that my faith and belief in our hevenly father was unappreciated. There are those out there that want and need what I have to offer. I'm Certainly not interested in trying to push faith in God and the importance of using your life to serve his purposes on those who feel that its of no value. If anyone wants to step up as organizer all you have to do is pay 15 dollars before a month from now and its yours. You can pay from month to month. Getting together with people is nice. Making new friends, enjoying each others company. But if just having a good time is the sole purpose, it will never be much of a group. An emptiness will eventually pervade. Take the good from all of life"s experinces ( even in the JW org. ) and discard the bad. Life is worth living, but not without the savior. Without him, there is no life. You can put on a fake smile, try to stay positive, hold your chin up, and just keep going. but its all in vain. Its a dead end street with only brokenness at the end. As for me and my house, we will serve the lord.

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