Posts by 2+2=5

they have taken upon themselves the title of the faithful and discreet slave, in exchange for pushing the 'appointment over all of his [christ's] belongings' out into the future, and also in exchange for allowing the earthly class to be counted as 'domestics'.

the gb can now totally lord it as kings over the flock in exchange for having "dignified" them by including them as domestics.

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While you make a good point, George has it right I believe.

We don't partake because why? Because the scriptures say not to?

No, we don't partake because the GB tells us not to, and that is all that matters when it all boils down. And if anyone has any doubts about the teaching, they can just look up some WT references. There. Problem solved.

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IS THERE PROOF THE GOVERNING BODY PREACH DOOR TO DOOR? Real Proof Please!

by ÁrbolesdeArabia in

i heard very few if any, of the new members on the governing body actually go out in field service more than three hours a month.

is there a reason why the governing body would excuse themselves from the master's commandments?

jesus christ never said "spending time writing rules and regulations" was part of matthew 28. .

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I can't see them having enough time for field misery. Well, at least not Anthony Morris III, with all his responsibilities and being a shoe maker on the side. He is just a humble shoe maker/gods mouthpiece.

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Unbelievable Assertion!!!!!!!

by The Searcher in

we had our special assembly day this weekend.. what the district overseer stated in his talk totally stunned me, and made me feel sick to my stomach.

he said, "christ is directing us through the governing body, and we cannot get holy spirit except through them!".

i do not wish to reveal all my thoughts on his statement, but i pray to god that it acts as a wake-up call to at least some of the audience.. suffice to say that the gb is now the mediator to our mediator, and from now on, i will have to pray for holy spirit through the name of the gb!!.

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This may only be a case of a D.O. overstepping his mark , going off the deep end , with his own ego.Wait till we see it in print.

smiddy

Suerly no D.O. or C.O. would ever do that!? They have far to much holy spirit gifted to them by the organization for those kinda errors.

Our C.O says things all the time that is just his opinion. He speaks from the platform as if he is Jehovah counseling the congregation. This syndrome is common among the brothers with 'privileges'.

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Getting my first tattoo

by akafreelife in

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well on wednesday i am going to be getting my first tattoo.

i have had this particular piece of art that i have wanted for years but was too afraid to put it to skin as it will require a great amount of detail.

but i finally decided to go for it.

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You will make Jehovah sad.

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A little fungicide in your Morning Joe

by designs in

most of the central american coffee growers are having to deal with 'coffee rust' which can cause the plant to suffocate and die.

countries like guatemala have declared a national emergency and are allocating funds to small farmers to increase the use of fungicides and pesticides on their coffee plants.

columbia, known for its arabica coffee plants, has seen production fall over 30% due to the 'rust' and in other central american countries the loss has been over 50%.. .

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$11.50 per kilo. That's about average for greens I think. Much cheaper than roasted.

Where did you hear this info on the Coffee Rust?

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A little fungicide in your Morning Joe

by designs in

most of the central american coffee growers are having to deal with 'coffee rust' which can cause the plant to suffocate and die.

countries like guatemala have declared a national emergency and are allocating funds to small farmers to increase the use of fungicides and pesticides on their coffee plants.

columbia, known for its arabica coffee plants, has seen production fall over 30% due to the 'rust' and in other central american countries the loss has been over 50%.. .

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I just bought a few kilos of Colombian Volcan Galeras Supremo. I asked for extra fungicide so I hope I am not disappointed. I will roast some soon, hopefully the flammable fungicide doesn't effect the roast.

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New magazine Carts

by jonno12225 in

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news from my wife from the recent meeting is that our congregation will be recieving 2 new magazine carts for market witnessing.

we live in a small market town in north yorkshire and have regular street markets.. the congregation is small (75+ publishers, -1 now) so it seems that this is being rolled out pretty conprehensivly now to all congs.

i still have no info as to whether each congregation has to purchase these from the hq or costings per unit..

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It looks like I became inactive at just the right time.

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Any successful musicians out there? I need some advise please

by WillowTrees in

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i've compeleted some songs that are extremely raw/catchy/and different.

you've probably heard it before, i'm sure as many people hear things like this before in the industry.. .

i need some guidance.

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I am not doubting your ability, creativity or talent, but making a career out of music isn't just a matter of writing some catchy tunes. I think it takes some luck to get a break, it is almost like a lottery. There would be thousands of insanely talented musicians out there who earn a living from music, but could make much more money if they pursued different work.

Mabe try sending some demos out to Indy radio stations and labels. In Australia we have a national radio station called Triple J unearthed where Aussie artists can upload their music. The station constantly plays unsigned bands and artists and many have become pretty successful.

The problem is there are sooooo many bands and artists out there. Many of them phenomenally talented, and we will never even hear of them. Making good music does not guarantee anything. Much of the popular music today is fairly ordinary IMO.

I love listening to and playing music, but would hate to try and earn a living from it. But this would never stop me from playing and writing, just that I would not get my hopes up. But in saying that I think you should pursue every avenue you can if that's what you want. I wish you well and hope you succeed. I am certainly no authority and definitely not a successful musician so take everything I say however you want.

If I wasn't raised a dub I would no doubt be more involved with music, but I always considered it a 'worldly pursuit'.