Posts by Lost in the fog

Surely (when we were in) we were always told that the other sheep were only there as respectful observers. So if they are zooming it either from Warwick or from a local location, can't the OS just observe?

As for putting emphasis on "passing the emblems" that is the height of nonsense. It makes a tradition out of moving a plate/tumbler back and forth! What is meant to be the spiritual significance of that? 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

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Teachings "Unique to JW's" They Hide From You Before Baptism

by Sea Breeze in

jehovah can't be your father in this life.

'they [jw members] address him prospectively as "our father.

jesus is not your mediator:.

Lost in the fog

Wasn't there a recent WT article someone mentioned it on here recently where they link not giving up your worldly friends to sinning against God!?

Just found it after a bit of a search, December 2020, page 9. "There is a lesson for us today: No good can come from choosing as regular associates those who have a live-for-the-moment outlook. Being with such ones can ruin a true Christian’s viewpoint and habits. In fact, it might lead him to have a lifestyle that includes what God hates—sin. Thus, Paul strongly urged: “Come to your senses in a righteous way and do not practice sin.” - 1 Cor 15:33, 34."

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C T Russell and His Numerology.

by Lost in the fog in

i came across this older wt which i assume c t russell wrote the article.

unlike modern practitioners of numerology who calculate a value for each letter of the alphabet, russell simply adds up the number of letters in each word to arrive at [horror of horrors] 666.. and he lists there on the page each one of the organisations that must accordingly be part of the great harlot with 18 letters [in english] in their titles, because 18 is clearly 6+6+6 or 666!

strangely he hasn't stopped to think about another possibility for an 18 letter title.

Lost in the fog

I came across this older WT which I assume C T Russell wrote the article. Unlike modern practitioners of numerology who calculate a value for each letter of the alphabet, Russell simply adds up the number of letters in each word to arrive at [horror of horrors] 666.

And he lists there on the page each one of the organisations that must accordingly be part of the Great Harlot with 18 letters [in English] in their titles, because 18 is clearly 6+6+6 or 666!

Strangely he hasn't stopped to think about another possibility for an 18 letter title. It is "Charles Taze Russell" adding up to 18 letters or 666.

It'd make you laugh, except for the fact that people took everything Russell said as if it was coming from the mouth of Jehovah. A flawed way of thinking that permeates right down to this day.

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Has Coronavirus Affected Your Sex Life?

by minimus in

jw
friends

some say according to polls that it has affected it in a positive way.

not much you can do when in quarantine so this passes the time, right?

lol .

Lost in the fog

Have any of you tried finding a fuck buddy in your local area?

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Suing The Music Industry

by Lost in the fog in

jehovah’s witnesses file copyright lawsuit in response to blundering christmas album - listen, obey, and be blessed.

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https://www.toptutorials.co.uk/jehovahs-witnesses-file-copyright-lawsuit-in-response-to-blundering-christmas-album-torrentfreak/.

Lost in the fog

Jehovah’s Witnesses File Copyright Lawsuit in Response to Blundering Christmas Album - Listen, Obey, and Be Blessed.

https://www.toptutorials.co.uk/jehovahs-witnesses-file-copyright-lawsuit-in-response-to-blundering-christmas-album-torrentfreak/

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Was Jesus Born on December 25th?

by Sea Breeze in

we were told by watchtower that no way jesus was born on dec. 25th.

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what do you think now?.

Lost in the fog

Don't you think it's funny how the witnesses can buy an old church, renovate it, and then re-dedicate it as a house for Jehovah.

However when the early Christian churches took a pagan sun festival and re-dedicated it to their own son of God birthday - the witnesses now point the finger at the churches and criticise them.

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Talking to a Jehovah`s Witness .Ask the right questions .

by smiddy3 in

what questions should be asked to a jehovah`s witness when confronted with them.. a jw gives his sermon.

"you" immediately ask him by what authority he has from god that you should take notice of him ,seeing their are over 40,000 different christian religions in the world who claim to represent god,.

jw.

Lost in the fog

I don't think there's any questions that get through to the dyed in the wool JW because they believe that shit 100% as I used to do also.

With me it was looking at Scriptures and looking at the org. Jesus said "come to me all you who are toiling and loaded down and I will refresh you." Why did I seldom feel refreshed after attending the meetings? Why were we being loaded down with petty rules? And why did Jesus say "come to me" when we were knocking on doors telling people to "come to the WT organisation“? That is just one example.

The Grooming Alchemist

by Lost in the fog in

the grooming alchemist is charlie mccoy’s establishment to create a community where men could find guidance and inspiration for their lifestyle needs.

from hair & skincare to fitness, culture, and entrepreneurship, the grooming alchemist has its community’s best intentions in mind.

every aspect of the brand is carefully chosen and curated to appeal to everyone looking to step up their game.. charlie mccoy wanted the grooming alchemist to create a lifestyle that could benefit people and their goals.

Lost in the fog

The Grooming Alchemist is Charlie McCoy’s establishment to create a community where men could find guidance and inspiration for their lifestyle needs. From hair & skincare to fitness, culture, and entrepreneurship, The Grooming Alchemist has its community’s best intentions in mind. Every aspect of the brand is carefully chosen and curated to appeal to everyone looking to step up their game.

Charlie McCoy wanted The Grooming Alchemist to create a lifestyle that could benefit people and their goals. Their mission is to help others unlock the next level in their personal and professional lives. They aim to create content revolving around lifestyle changes that are guaranteed to help men become who they want to be. Before he created The Grooming Alchemist, McCoy worked for a decade as a Jehovah’s Witness elder and missionary. Growing up with the religion, he felt trapped and often dreamt of going out and building a brand he could be proud to say was his. Eventually, McCoy was able to separate himself from the church to pursue an entrepreneurial career. Well done.

https://www.thegroomingalchemist.com/

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Who owns the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society

by pistolpete in

actually no one does.. i know this is a concept that can be hard for some to grasp, considering all other forms of organizations like sole proprietorship, general partnership, an llc, or a for profit corporation.

these organizations are created legally for the simple purpose of making a profit.. but unlike a for profit corporation,---- a nonprofit corporation is formed to carry out-.

whether that be religious, educational, charitable, scientific or other qualifying purpose.

Lost in the fog

Well they've just sold off another hall.

https://eaglenewsonline.com/new/business/2020/12/14/self-direct-relocates-to-maple-road/