Duran if you prefer to argue that the writer of the Gospel intended us to understand Jesus attended celebrations only to be by crowds, aren't you free to do the same? Personally, I attend Christmas parties without being concerned about the religious aspects many still attach to it. Friends and family are more important than any of the other traditions of Christmas anyway.
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Is Jesus the Creator?
by Sea Breeze inthat's what the word says.
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colossians 1:16. for by him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through him and for him..
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Is Jesus the Creator?
by Sea Breeze inthat's what the word says.
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colossians 1:16. for by him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through him and for him..
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peacefulpete
Duran, Maybe think about the fact that Jesus is depicted as celebrating Hanukah. The Temple lights filled the night. That was not a celebration directed in the OT.
Also consider, when the last supper (Passover according to Synoptic Gospels) is described, it is not according to the directions in Exodus but followed traditions adapted from Greek Symposium tradition. The Talmud accommodates these changes on the grounds that the situation had changed. They were no longer slaves. Rather than hastily eat standing with sandals on and staff in hand, the now ate relaxed and reclining on a couch. They used wine, which was forbidden as the prohibition against yeast or any product of yeast in the homes and defied the theme of haste. The multiple cups of wine and singing are all later traditions not in the OT. They also no longer put blood on doorposts which was directed. The point is an honest look at the NT stories and epistles reveals not an obsession with the past or a literal interpretation of the OT but an evolving living faith with people adapting to new circumstances and cultural influences.
Happy Holidays
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P Diddy list of names
by liam inno wonder the left was furious when elon musk bought twitter.. someone leaked some of the names of the epstein files before they went public.
the complete list is still pending.
doesn't matter if it's the governing body, celebrities, politicians, theoretical physicist, cosmologist, the royal family, and more, are just ordinary humans who lust for sexual ..............!!!!!.
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Hunter Biden (who is a private citizen) was charged and convicted of tax evasion, a crime a poster said made Trump an American hero. The difference is Trump will now try to pardon himself. He is also charged with illegally carrying a gun. A crime Trump admits to doing but which many Trump supporters want to see repealed. Claiming the DOJ works for Biden is just selective bias. The American tradition of an independent DOJ is likely over with Trump's attempt to remove all checks and balances.
Artist who painted Bill in dress had 'no idea' it was in Jeffrey Epstein's home
The artist painted Clinton in Monica's dress as a parody, social commentary. He also painted Bush as a child playing with paper airplane. I can't imagine either President appreciated them.
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P Diddy list of names
by liam inno wonder the left was furious when elon musk bought twitter.. someone leaked some of the names of the epstein files before they went public.
the complete list is still pending.
doesn't matter if it's the governing body, celebrities, politicians, theoretical physicist, cosmologist, the royal family, and more, are just ordinary humans who lust for sexual ..............!!!!!.
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I should have added that, as an American, I believe in due process. It would be un-American and unethical to assume Trump had engaged in illegal sexual activity with underaged girls through his friendship with Epstein. Tempting as it is.
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P Diddy list of names
by liam inno wonder the left was furious when elon musk bought twitter.. someone leaked some of the names of the epstein files before they went public.
the complete list is still pending.
doesn't matter if it's the governing body, celebrities, politicians, theoretical physicist, cosmologist, the royal family, and more, are just ordinary humans who lust for sexual ..............!!!!!.
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Being named in these documents does not indicate any wrongdoing related to Epstein or anyone else. The list includes many of Epstein’s accusers and alleged victims, as well as people with only tangential connections to Epstein who were pulled into the lawsuit against Maxwell.
Epstein List: Full list of names revealed in unsealed court records | The Independent
“I’ve known Jeff for fifteen years. Terrific guy, He’s a lot of fun to be with. It is even said that he likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side. No doubt about it — Jeffrey enjoys his social life.”
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Judgement Led To Suicide
by buzkid inruth tersek olmo is an ex jehovah's witness and former member of the beroean pickets bible study group.
her personal statement is one of pain and disappointment.
spiritual abuse is becoming more widespread and the purpose of this interview is to raise awareness, provide education around spiritual and religious abuse, and to keep the public safe.
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peacefulpete
How about here. Ask a question and I assure you will get a variety of answers.
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Judgement Led To Suicide
by buzkid inruth tersek olmo is an ex jehovah's witness and former member of the beroean pickets bible study group.
her personal statement is one of pain and disappointment.
spiritual abuse is becoming more widespread and the purpose of this interview is to raise awareness, provide education around spiritual and religious abuse, and to keep the public safe.
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peacefulpete
So....The Beroean Pickets thing has become a cult as well? Not surprising if so. It's like trying to reheat rotten roadkill.
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Fashion in Heaven
by peacefulpete inwhy is it that fashions are assumed to have stayed the same in heaven for thousands of years?
you'd think that after wearing the same boring robe for eternity you'd crave something different.
yet no, angels and god are still wearing the same white onesie they had when they vacationed on earth with abraham.
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The two most 'iconic' symbols of Judaism are a star and menorah shaped as a fruiting almond tree. Lots of irony.
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Fashion in Heaven
by peacefulpete inwhy is it that fashions are assumed to have stayed the same in heaven for thousands of years?
you'd think that after wearing the same boring robe for eternity you'd crave something different.
yet no, angels and god are still wearing the same white onesie they had when they vacationed on earth with abraham.
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It can also be said of swords, crowns, harps and scepters. Drawing Jesus with a machine gun, or angels playing electric guitars invokes a negative reaction.
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gossip
by Nancy1919 ini was once was told by an jw elder it was a rule not to gossip or swear as it could harm someone, but i guess the new light allows this.
it was bad enough when they were calling people worldly now i heard a jw gossiping about someone and it was mean.just another reason i would never go back.
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peacefulpete
Hey Nancy and welcome. Yes, the 'counsel' not to gossip is lost in a group dynamic rooted in judging and reporting the behavior, 'tendencies' and 'leanings' of others.
