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local elder admits..........

by heathen in

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we don't know what jesus was doing during the period of 1914-1919. contrary to the wt doctrine an elder during tonights bookstudy for no apparent reason made this statement after the last paragraph for tonights book study was commented on .most unusuall don't you think?

Scorpion

1914 "That the Lord must be present, and set up his Kingdom, and exercise his great power so as to dash the nations to pieces as a potter's vessel, before A.D. 1914, is then clearly fixed; for it is 'in the days of these kings' - before their overthrow - i.e. before A.D. 1914 - that the God of heaven shall set up his Kingdom.. The 'Times of the Gentiles'.. will run fully out with the year A.D. 1914, and at that time they will all be overturned and Christ's Kingdom fully established.. Both of these ripenings (Rev. 14:1-4, 18-20) will be completed in a period of forty years, ending with the year A.D. 1914." {Time is at Hand 170}

[In {TIAH 1916 ed 76-81}, 1914-5 having passed without the predicted events occurring, the following substitutions were unobtrusively made: the word "all" was omitted from before the "be overturned", and a footnote added "How long it will require to accomplish this overturning we are not informed, but have reasons to believe the period will be 'short.'"; also the last reference to 1914 was changed to 1915!]

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local elder admits..........

by heathen in

jw
friends

we don't know what jesus was doing during the period of 1914-1919. contrary to the wt doctrine an elder during tonights bookstudy for no apparent reason made this statement after the last paragraph for tonights book study was commented on .most unusuall don't you think?

Scorpion

1914 "In this chapter we present the Bible evidence proving that the full end of the times of the gentiles, i.e., the full end of their lease of dominion, will be reached in A.D. 1914; and that the date will be the farthest limit of the rule of imperfect men. And be it observed, that if this is shown to be a fact firmly established by the Scriptures, it will prove; Firstly, that at that date the Kingdom of God, for which our Lord taught us to pray, saying, Thy Kingdom come, will obtain full, universal control, and that it will then be set up, or firmly established, in the earth, on the ruins of present institutions.. It will prove that he whose right it is to thus take the dominion, will then be present as earth's new Ruler; and not only so, but it will prove that he will be present for a considerable period before that date .. It will prove that some time before the end of A.D. 1914 the last member of the divinely recognized church of Christ, the 'royal priesthood' 'the body of Christ,' will be glorified with the Head .. It will prove that from that time forward Jerusalem shall no longer be trodden down of the Gentiles, but shall arise from the dust of divine disfavor, to honor .. It will prove that by that date, or sooner, .. the full number from among the Gentiles, who are to be members of the body or bride of Christ, would be fully selected .. It will prove that the great 'time of trouble such as never was since there was a nation,' will reach its final culmination, and end, at that date .. The condition of things spoken of in symbolic language as raging waves of the sea, melting earth, falling mountains, and burning heavens, will then have passed away .. It will prove that before that date, God's kingdom, organized in power, will be in the earth, and will have smitten and crushed the Gentile image .."

Studies in the Scriptures Volume II, The Time is at Hand page 76-78

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Oh Wow...I may have found a church to go to.....

by Lin in

i must admit... to say that i may have found a church, actually .

feels somewhat strange to say.

with all the recent turmoil and pain .

Scorpion

Lin,

I think the only way you are going to know the truth about churches in your area and the way the churches operate is to experience them for yourself and see what they are about. Why allow others to make this decision for you or persuade your decision? Haven't you had enough of that as a JW? Don't allow others opinions, negative or positive make up your mind for you. You seem to be intellegent enough to make the right move.

Have some courage and experience things the WT has deemed evil and look to God for guidance in your decisions.

Scorpion

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Pregnancy Questions and Answers

by Scorpion in

pregnancy questions & answers.

q: should i have a baby after 35?.

a: no, 35 children is enough.. q: i'm two months pregnant now.

Scorpion

Good ones Joy

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Pregnancy Questions and Answers

by Scorpion in

pregnancy questions & answers.

q: should i have a baby after 35?.

a: no, 35 children is enough.. q: i'm two months pregnant now.

Scorpion

PREGNANCY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Q: Should I have a baby after 35?
A: No, 35 children is enough.

Q: I'm two months pregnant now. When will my baby
move?
A: With any luck, right after he finishes college.

Q: What is the most reliable method to determine a
baby's sex?
A: Childbirth.

Q: My wife is five months pregnant and so moody
that sometimes she's borderline irrational.
A: So what's your question?

Q: My childbirth instructor says it's not pain I'll feel
during labor, but pressure. Is she right?
A: Yes, in the same way that a tornado might be
called an air current.

Q: When is the best time to get an epidural?
A: Right after you find out you're pregnant.

Q: Is there any reason I have to be in the delivery
room while my wife is in labor?
A: Not unless the word "alimony" means anything
to you.

Q: Is there anything I should avoid while recovering
from childbirth?
A: Yes, pregnancy.

Q: Do I have to have a baby shower?
A: Not if you change the baby's diaper very quickly.

Q: Our baby was born last week. When will my
wife begin to feel and act normal again?
A: When the kids are in college.

"ESTROGEN ISSUES"
10 WAYS TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE "ESTROGEN ISSUES"
1. Everyone around you has an attitude problem.
2. You're adding chocolate chips to your cheese omelet.
3. The dryer has shrunk every last pair of your jeans.
4. Your husband is suddenly agreeing to everything you say.
5. You're using your cellular phone to dial up every bumper
sticker that says "How's my driving-call 1-800-***"
6. Everyone's head looks like an invitation to batting practice.
7. You're convinced there's way too many male's in this
world.
8. You can'! believe they don't make a tampon bigger than
Super Plus.
9. You're sure that everyone is scheming to drive you crazy.
10. The ibuprofen bottle is empty and you bought it yesterday.

TOP TEN THINGS ONLY WOMEN UNDERSTAND
10. Cats' facial expressions.
9. The need for the same style of shoes in different colors.
8. Why bean sprouts aren't just weeds.
7. Fat clothes.
6. Taking a car trip without trying to beat your best time.
5. The difference between beige, ecru, cream, off-white,
and eggshell.
4. Cutting your bangs to make them grow.
3. Eyelash curlers.
2. The inaccuracy of every bathroom scale ever made.
AND, the Number One thing only women understand
1. OTHER WOMEN

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Hello, I'am "Ex-Watchtowerite-Hubby's Wife

by AwakenedAndFree in

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friends

i'am new here.. firstly, i would like to thank simon and his wife anghrad for this website.

i have been reading posts here for several months.

this forum has indeed helped me with my exit from the watchtower, as well it continues to be a great source of help, theraphy, encouragement and information.. my husband is a member here.

Scorpion

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Stockton, Lockeford, or Sacramento?

by zamzummim in

i used to belong to a congregation in stockton called quail lakes.

i also had some very good friends that moved out to lockeford and one couple moved to sacramento.. if you're from that area circa 1984-1990, please email me.

i would really like to find out if some of my old friends have "seen the light"!.

Scorpion

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/exjehovahwitnessescalifornia/

Try this group. There are several there from the Sacramento and surrounding areas.

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Top 25 Country Songs

by Scorpion in

subject: fw: top 25 country songs .

25. get your tongue outta my mouth 'cause i'm kissing you goodbye.

24. her teeth was stained, but her heart were pure.

Scorpion

Subject: Fw: TOP 25 COUNTRY SONGS

25. Get Your Tongue Outta My Mouth 'Cause I'm Kissing You Goodbye.
24. Her Teeth Was Stained, But Her Heart Were Pure.
23. How Can I Miss You If You Won't Go Away?
22. I Don't Know Whether To Kill Myself Or Go Bowling.
21. I Just Bought A Car From A Guy That Stole My Girl, But The Car Don't Run
So I Figure We're Even.
20. I Keep Forgettin' I Forgot About You.
19. I Liked You Better Before I Knew You So Well.
18. I Still Miss You, Baby, But My Aim's Gettin' Better.
17. I Wouldn't Take Her To A Dog Fight, Cause I'm Afraid She'd Win.
16. I'll Marry You Tomorrow But Let's Honeymoon Tonight.
15. I'm So Miserable Without You, It's Like Having You Here
14. I've Got Tears In My Ears From Lyin' On My Back and Cryin' Over You.
13. If I Can't Be Number One In Your Life, Then Number Two On You.
12. If I Had Shot You When I Wanted To, I'd Be Out By Now.
11. Mama Get A Hammer (There's A Fly On Papa's Head).
10. My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink, And I Don't Love You.
9. My Wife Ran Off With My Best Friend And I Sure Do Miss Him.
8. Please Bypass This Heart.
7. She Got The Ring And I Got The Finger.
6. You Done Tore Out My Heart And Stomped That Sucker Flat.
5. You're The Reason Our Kids Are So Ugly.
4. If the Phone Don't Ring, You'll Know It's Me.
3. She's Actin' Single and I'm Drinkin' Doubles.
2. She's Looking Better After Every Beer.
And the Number 1 Country and Western song of all Time is...
1. I Haven't Gone To Bed With Any Ugly Women But I've Sure Woke Up With A Few

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Famale Chauvinism

by Scorpion in

subject: female chauvinism .

one for the ladies and those who love 'em.

a little revenge for all the "male" >chauvinism .

Scorpion

Subject: Female Chauvinism

One for the ladies and those who love 'em. >>

A little revenge for all the "male" >chauvinism

Men are like.....Floor Tiles. If you lay them right the first time, you can walk all over them for years.

Men are like.....Bank Accounts. Without a lot of money, they don't generate much interest.

Men are like.....Blenders. You need one, but you're not quite sure why.

Men are like.....Coffee. The best ones are rich, hot, and can keep you up all night.

Men are like.....Commercials. You can't believe a word they say.

Men are like.....Computers. Hard to figure out and never have enough memory.

Men are like....Coolers. Load them with beer and you can take them anywhere.

Men are like.....Copiers. You need them for reproduction, but that's about it.

Men are like.....Government bonds. They take a long time to mature.

Men are like.....Horoscopes. They always tell you what to do and are usually wrong.

Men are like.....Lava lamps. Fun to look at, but not all that bright.

Men are like.....Parking spots. The good ones are already taken and the ones that are left are either disabled or extremely small.

Men are like.....Popcorn. They satisfy you, but only for a little while.

Men are like.....Place mats. They only show up when there's food on the table.

Men are like.....Snow storms. You never know when they're coming, how many inches you'll get or how long they'll last.

Men are like.....Used Cars. Easy-to-get, cheap, and unreliable.

Men are like.....Mascara. They usually run at >the first sign of emotion.

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Flag Salute Deception/9/15 Watchtower

by metatron in

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friends

recently, the watchtower has published an article on the flag.

salute issue that is misleading and deceptive ("salvation.

belongs to jehovah").

Scorpion

http://www.escapefromwatchtower.com/flag.html