I stumbled across this site. Was wondering what you all think about it?
Indian Larry
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Has anybody heard of anointedjw.org? Thoughts?
by Indian Larry ini stumbled across this site.
was wondering what you all think about it?.
http://anointedjw.org.
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Acts 4:21 - There Is No Salvation in Anyone Else
by Darth Rutherford in(the watchtower, 11/1/1990, p.25, par.
-the watchtower 1/15/2011, p.4, par.
-the watchtower 12/15/2007, p.14, par.
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Indian Larry
Thank you for this article. The Titanic is a good illustration and it is well researched and backed up with quoted from the WTBS.
It is true that Acts 4:21 should be a warning sign, almost like an iceberg hitting the hull, that the passengers should be worried about. Especially with all the other icebergs they have been bouncing off of in the past few years. Between the pedophile mess, the UN/NGO debacle, the "overlapping generation" the increasing memorial partakers, largest turnover of any religion, selling off branches, and it goes on and on.
It is almost like the "ship" (organization) is like a pinball in a field of icebergs. Yet the seven captains at the helm all seem to be asleep. The throttle is on full and no one seems to be able to make the smart choice to slow down, warn the passengers, and change direction.
As passengers who are awake we need to be ready to abandon. To carry the analogy further we could steal a lifeboat and get off now, but some of us can't convince our family that the ship is going down. In that case we need to try our best to get them stationed as close as possible to the lifeboat station so when they finally do realize the danger they can get out right away.
The ship is listing badly, the rudder is not responding (back and forth doctrine) the engine is failing (the engine of publishing), the lower decks are flooded (many of the more "aware" witnesses have already left). In the meantime the governing body is rearrainging the chairs on the deck of the Titanic.
You know the current governing body started officially determining doctrine for the WTBS on January 1 1976. How convenient. Is there any way for those that can see the danger the ship is in to take out the Captain and take over control?
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My 14yr. old daughter started "early college" this week
by Indian Larry ini finally found one good thing about growing up a witness and not getting to go to college.
because neither my wife nor myself ever went past high school that makes our daughter eligible for a program sponsored by the bill and melinda gates foundation.
she is 14. in 4 years from now when she should be graduating high school she will have two years of college under her belt, at no cost to me.
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Indian Larry
3rdgen - She has always been at the top of her class and has been in the AIG group since 3rd grade. She makes me a proud daddy.
Skeeter1 - I am glad the prep helps with the last two years. I think this is a slightly different program though. She is not getting college prep classes at a high school, she is actually attending a college. It is part of the University of North Carolina system. The high school classes are taught by the same professors that teach the other classes. For the first year and a half she will be taking high school courses then the rest of the time it will be college courses.
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My 14yr. old daughter started "early college" this week
by Indian Larry ini finally found one good thing about growing up a witness and not getting to go to college.
because neither my wife nor myself ever went past high school that makes our daughter eligible for a program sponsored by the bill and melinda gates foundation.
she is 14. in 4 years from now when she should be graduating high school she will have two years of college under her belt, at no cost to me.
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Indian Larry
I finally found one good thing about growing up a witness and not getting to go to college. Because neither my wife nor myself ever went past high school that makes our daughter eligible for a program sponsored by the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation. She is 14. In 4 years from now when she should be graduating High School she will have two years of college under her belt, at no cost to me.
It is a very good deal, the credits are transferable and since this is still pretty much a pilot program the class sizes are small. So far the top students from this school have recieved scholarships to MIT, Stanford, and Berkley, not to mention that the valedictorian for the host college has come through the early college program for the past 5 years.
If you are a XJW who was robbed of college for yourself and you have a child under age 14 look hard at this program. Since we all "knew" armageddon would be here, we knew we would not need to worry about retirement. Since I am getting a late start on my 401, I told my daughter she has to earn enough to take care of me in my old age
Anyway, it is a great deal. If you are interested there is more info here:
http://www.gatesfoundation.org/college-ready-education/pages/early-college-high-schools.aspx
My daughter started going to "early college" this week. It is a program offered through a very well known college in our area (I don't want to say exactly where because I am still fading).
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Close friend recently disfellowshipped.
by Emery injust recently i had a very close friend call to notify me of their future disfellowshipping.
i felt such sadnesss by their phone call as they seemed pretty shook up and were desperately pleading their repentance over the phone so i wouldn't think critically of them.
i immediately reassured that person that i still loved and cherished them greatly regardless of their status, i would be there whenever they needed me.
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Candace Conti's Opposition to Watchtower's Motion for JNOV
by DNCall innow on the alameda county superior court website.
guess who's going to win this one..
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Is Today's Jehovah's Witness Religion The Same As It Was When You Were A Member?
by minimus inin my day, you were proud to be a jw!
you knew you'd get "persecution" and it was all good.
when you abstained from blood, you read the ingredients of a candy bar!
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Indian Larry
Minimus - True....plus you can't hold hands during a prayer,
That is a new one on me. Was that in print somewhere? I would be very interested in seeing it. I think my wife would have a real problem with that one, I would love to show it to her.
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The Governing Body intends to announce significant changes in academic literature (DOCTRINES) - Brazil
by Dogpatch indear randall.
good morning!.
here is the daniel of brazil (former bethel).. this week at the forum of former jehovah's witnesses had an interesting news!
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Indian Larry
Marking. I can't wait to come back to this thread in December and see what turned out. I believe Jim_TX has a good point re. the Conti case however to me that does not sound like "doctrine"
My personal vote is something to clarify the 144,000 mess and while they have the elders there beat them over the head about the pedophile mess. No need for any MS that don't know about Candice Conte to find out now is there?
Quitting door to door is doubtful. Perhaps cut back on it some to save some paper, push tracts more etc.
The blood issue: They want out of that badly, however if they have "new light" on the blood issue they will be asking for a LOT of grief. Lawsuits from families of those that died, especially in the time between when the "new light" struck and when it was made public. Then there would also be HUGE fall out from all the older Witnesses. They will not mess with blood. Just allow every fraction they can and then some but still keep saying that they don't accept it. That is thier only choice and that seems to be what they are doing.
DF'ing: The are keeping that. That is the whip that keeps people in line. No way they are letting go of that control
All in all my guess is it will be something to do with the 144,000. I was having a "discussion" with my better half last night and told her that she would believe whatever the FDS tells her to. Jokingly I said if they tell you that all Witnesses should partake of the emblems, next spring you will be eatin' some crackers. I had not seen this post when I said that, but wouldn't it be ironic if it turned out that way.
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Are Jehovah's Witnesses the only ones that will survive Armageddon?
by God_Delusion inhi guys & gals,.
i keep getting asked if jw's are the only ones that will survive armagenocide.. here's my response those emails - http://www.jehovahswitnessblog.com/armageddon/jehovahs-witnesses-are-the-only-ones-that-will-be-saved/.
jaymes .
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Indian Larry
It depends of if you belive the Governing Body or the Bible.
Here is what the GB says:
*** w93 9/15 p. 22 They Compassionately Shepherd the Little Sheep ***
But if we were to draw away from Jehovah’s organization, there would be no place else to go for salvation and true joy. (Compare John 6:66-69.)
*** w90 11/1 p. 26 par. 16 Our Relative Subjection to the Superior Authorities ***
We cannot take part in any modern version of idolatry—be it worshipful gestures toward an image or symbol or the imputing of salvation to a person or an organization.
*** w81 11/15 p. 21 par. 18 ‘Stay Awake and Keep Your Senses’ ***
And while now the witness yet includes the invitation to come to Jehovah’s organization for salvation, the time no doubt will come when the message takes on a harder tone, like a “great war cry.”
*** w67 8/15 p. 499 par. 4 The Way to Security ***
This signifies that the provision of salvation is closely connected with Jehovah’s organization. A remnant of the spiritual priestly class is still on earth today, forming the nucleus of the congregation of Jehovah’s people. We cannot ignore the role the visible congregation of Jehovah’s witnesses plays in this provision of salvation
*** w67 8/15 p. 503 par. 19 The Way to Security ***
This is a warning for us. It shows us that we must remain in the antitypical city of refuge as long as the divine provision demands it. If we want to assure our everlasting salvation, we must stay within the bounds of Jehovah God’s loving provision associated with his visible organization, presided over by his High Priest.
*** w61 11/15 p. 692 par. 16 Publishing the “Word of Life” in a Dying World ***
To understand the Bible for their salvation they had to have it explained through God’s organization.
*** w52 6/1 p. 350 par. 27 Fixing Destinies in This Judgment Period ***
. Know that all living at Armageddon will be baptized, either with fire for destruction with the wicked or with salvation for life with the theocratic organization.
*** w52 10/1 p. 603 par. 22 A Strong Refuge Today ***
. Those desiring salvation must make for God’s organization, and find entrance into it and remain there permanently
*** w51 9/1 p. 535 par. 26 Will the Stones Have to Cry Out? ***
Thus these gain words of salvation and seek refuge and life through Jehovah’s organization.
*** w50 6/1 p. 176 Letter ***
The flood was a real physical catastrophe to the old ungodly world. The Battle of Armageddon will be likewise a physical catastrophe to this present evil world, and not something just spiritual. The ark of salvation that we enter is not a literal ark but is God’s organization;
*** km 11/90 p. 1 par. 1 Directing Bible Students to Jehovah’s Organization ***
They must appreciate that identifying themselves with Jehovah’s organization is essential to their salvation. (Rev. 7:9, 10, 15) Therefore, we should start directing our Bible students to the organization as soon as a Bible study is established.
*** w06 5/15 p. 22 par. 8 Are You Prepared for Survival? ***
Just as Noah and his God-fearing family were preserved in the ark, survival of individuals today depends on their faith and their loyal association with the earthly part of Jehovah’s universal organization.
*** w50 6/1 p. 176 Letter ***
The Battle of Armageddon will be likewise a physical catastrophe to this present evil world, and not something just spiritual. The ark of salvation that we enter is not a literal ark but is God’s organization
*** w50 10/15 p. 382 “Be Fruitful, Multiply, Fill the Earth” ***
The ark served as a place of protection for Noah, his family and the animals he took therein. What did it picture? God’s provision for protecting his people at the present time from the catastrophe, the battle of Armageddon. (Rev. 16:16) And what is that provision? It is God’s organization, and it will serve as the place of protection from the expression of God’s wrath against his enemies, even as did the ark for Noah and his family.
*** w83 1/15 p. 27 par. 19 Armed for the Fight Against Wicked Spirits ***
As we study the Bible we learn that Jehovah has always guided his servants in an organized way. And just as in the first century there was only one true Christian organization, so today Jehovah is using only one organization.
*** w83 2/15 p. 12 You Can Live Forever in Paradise on Earth—But How? ***
Similarly, Jehovah is using only one organization today to accomplish his will. To receive everlasting life in the earthly Paradise we must identify that organization and serve God as part of it.
*** w06 5/15 p. 22 par. 8 Are You Prepared for Survival? ***
) Just as Noah and his God-fearing family were preserved in the ark, survival of individuals today depends on their faith and their loyal association with the earthly part of Jehovah’s universal organization.
*** w93 10/1 p. 19 par. 14 “Search Through Me, O God” ***
There are billions of people who do not know Jehovah. Many of them in ignorance practice things that God’s Word shows to be wicked. If they persist in this course, they will be among those who perish during the great tribulation.
*** w93 9/15 p. 22 They Compassionately Shepherd the Little Sheep ***
But if we were to draw away from Jehovah’s organization, there would be no place else to go for salvation
*** km 11/90 p. 1 par. 1 Directing Bible Students to Jehovah’s Organization ***
They must appreciate that identifying themselves with Jehovah’s organization is essential to their salvation.
- "We reasoned that, if Christ's coming was to end probation and bring irrevocable ruin upon ninety nine of a hundred of mankind, then it could scarcely be considered desirable, neither could we pray with a proper spirit, "Come, Lord Jesus, Come quickly."" SUPPLEMENT TO ZION'S WATCH TOWER AND HERALD OF CHRIST'S PRESENCE June 1879
*** w89 9/1 p. 19 par. 7 Remaining Organized for Survival Into the Millennium ***
Only Jehovah’s Witnesses, those of the anointed remnant and the “great crowd,” as a united organization under the protection of the Supreme Organizer, have any Scriptural hope of surviving the impending end of this doomed system dominated by Satan the Devil.
*** w83 2/15 p. 12 You Can Live Forever in Paradise on Earth—But How? ***
Similarly, Jehovah is using only one organization today to accomplish his will. To receive everlasting life in the earthly Paradise we must identify that organization and serve God as part of it.
In contrast here are some scriptures from the Bible that REALLY tell what is required for salvation
(Acts 4:12) Furthermore, there is no salvation in anyone else, for there is not another name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must get saved.”
(that would include the name or any "organization")
(Acts 16:30-31) . . .And he brought them outside and said: “Sirs, what must I do to get saved?” 31 They said: “Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will get saved, you and your household.. . .
(Romans 10:9) For if you publicly declare that ‘word in your own mouth,’ that Jesus is Lord, and exercise faith in your heart that God raised him up from the dead, you will be saved.
(John 3:16) “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, in order that everyone exercising faith in him might not be destroyed but have everlasting life.
(John 3:35-36) . . .The Father loves the Son and has given all things into his hand. 36 He that exercises faith in the Son has everlasting life; he that disobeys the Son will not see life, but the wrath of God remains upon him.
(John 5:24) . . .Most truly I say to YOU, He that hears my word and believes him that sent me has everlasting life, and he does not come into judgment but has passed over from death to life.
(John 6:40) 40 For this is the will of my Father, that everyone that beholds the Son and exercises faith in him should have everlasting life, and I will resurrect him at the last day.”
(John 6:53-58) . . .Accordingly Jesus said to them: “Most truly I say to YOU, Unless YOU eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink his blood, YOU have no life in yourselves. 54 He that feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has everlasting life, and I shall resurrect him at the last day; 55 for my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. 56 He that feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood remains in union with me, and I in union with him. 57 Just as the living Father sent me forth and I live because of the Father, he also that feeds on me, even that one will live because of me. 58 This is the bread that came down from heaven. It is not as when YOUR forefathers ate and yet died. He that feeds on this bread will live forever.. . .
(John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ.
(Luke 7:50) 50 But he said to the woman: “Your faith has saved you; go your way in peace.”
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Are Jehovah's Witnesses the only ones that will survive Armageddon?
by God_Delusion inhi guys & gals,.
i keep getting asked if jw's are the only ones that will survive armagenocide.. here's my response those emails - http://www.jehovahswitnessblog.com/armageddon/jehovahs-witnesses-are-the-only-ones-that-will-be-saved/.
jaymes .
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