Why do they shun? They shun because they have been convinced this a kind and loving thing to do. They shun because they have been taught this pleases Jehovah. They shun because they fear of being disfellowshiped themselves. I have had this discussion with two different family members, they cannot discuss in a reasonable manner because they both went into panic mode. Brainwashing in a cult works.
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Why are they so quick to shun?
by Crazyguy incedars story made me wonder why are parents and loved ones so quick to shun??
i mean it can be shown biblically that only people that do not believe in jesus as the messiah are apostates.
thessalonians tells us to keep admonishing one as a 'brother' and jesus christ himself said to love your enemies.
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Spring hill fl JW kid is forced to pledge allegiance tothe flag
by DS211 insaw this article on yahoo.
there was a little jw kid whose teacher made him stand up and salute the flag and/or say the pledge in class.
he went to the administrator and she got suspended.....my lord the jws are going to be shouting great trib over this.
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gma-tired2
I read this account on a local news report as I also read the locals opinions. First My heart goes to this child, he is only 6 years old and kept trying to recite his reasons he was taught to the children. I had teachers, especially substitutes who did the same thing to me. it is wrong to do this to a child. It is wrong by the religion, parents and teachers. The local opinions told me what the people think of JWs. JWs were called many names, the top two was the old standby communist, unAmerican , and the new one to me Taliban and people were calling for JWs to leave this country. JWs will be convinced persucution has started. This incident will stay with that child for the rest of his life.
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I hate being ugly!
by Space Madness ini finally came to the realization that i am ugly.
i'm 28 years old and never had a girlfriend.
women pay me absolutely no attention when i'm in public.
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gma-tired2
In my experience looks are more important to JWs than others. Work on your inner self, become the guy people like to hang with and the girl problem will be solved.
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I Am Addicted To Chocolate ! ! !
by Stauros inwhat is your favorite type of chocolate?
(a little off the topic of religion in order to relax my mind).
estephan.
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I'm also addicted to chocolate. Doves with peanut butter are my weakness.
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Our first Halloween was amazing
by confusedandalone innot sure if this is the right forum, if not i apologize.. last night was our first halloween.
i have to admit, the very idea that somehow it is satanic and that it makes bible god cry seemed immensely foolish as we prepared for it.
my daughter was dressed as an undead witch and my son was dressed as thomas the tank engine.
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Great way to handle your daughter. Sounds like she will do great.
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Our first Halloween was amazing
by confusedandalone innot sure if this is the right forum, if not i apologize.. last night was our first halloween.
i have to admit, the very idea that somehow it is satanic and that it makes bible god cry seemed immensely foolish as we prepared for it.
my daughter was dressed as an undead witch and my son was dressed as thomas the tank engine.
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Confusedandalone sounds like you had a awsome evening. I have a question for you, you mentioned your daughter is 9, I'm sure she had the time of her life but did she have any quesions or guilt feelings from trick and treating, Your son being younger probably wouldn't question it but just love his new experience. I wishing you and your family many fun and great new experiences in your new life.
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What Rumors Were Said About You Either While You Were In Or Were Out Of The Organization?
by minimus inwhen i slowly but surely departed, i heard that the love of money was what drew me out.
(yeah, right)..
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gma-tired2
In the cong of my youth it was spread that my husband and I had turned hippies.
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Ran into a witnessing table at the park today
by confusedandalone ini just got in from my daughters homecoming(she is a cheerleader and these guys make a huge deal out of this stuff).
they play 3 football games of various age groups.
it starts at 8 in the morning and just ended at 1:30. i just got in the house literally 5 minutes ago and i had to share.
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SFPW since when is it the responsibilty for "worldly" people tp approach JWs. 50s and 60s we were taught when street witnessing it was our "JWs" responsibility to approach others and to share our "Good News".
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Anyone Celebrating Halloween this Year???
by cognac ini started yesterday.
took the kids (they were both princesses) and my nephew to 3 different events.
got tons of candy and the kids had a blast.. .
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SFPW Thank you wonderful ideas.
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Irony: JWs who refuse to answer their door on Halloween!
by adamah inwith halloween fast approaching, it struck me looking back how ironic it was when the worm turned every year on halloween, when jws turn off the porch light, draw the curtains, stumble around in the dark, etc.
when the worldlies come to knock on their door, lol!.
on the other hand, i remember the family escaping from the fortress at dusk to go to a movie, bowling, etc.
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Then we always took the kids to dinner and movies or minature golfing. now stay home and give the kids candy with enjoyment seeing all the fun costumes, at 65 I never had a chance to dress in a costume to trick or treat.