Posts by Rattigan350

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Why do we have Assemblies?

by Rattigan350 in

why do we have assemblies?

was the topic of the book/brochure study last week.. the answer not presented is that they are the organization's black friday.

stores do black friday as a loss leader to get people into the stores to spend money on more pricey stuff, not discounted.. assemblies are put on to give away books and other literature and have dramas to get people in to donate and contribute more than normally done.. yes, religion is a business.

Rattigan350

"Yup, many jw youths can't wait for the next assembly, even go to different ones, so they can do some "eyewash", flirt, or even find a potential mate, something they don't have a lot of opportunities for otherwise."

Which is ironic that they do not tailor the assemblies for that, but discourage that. Shortened intermissions, discouraging coupling up and chatting, etc.

It is easier to go online and search. They are wasting prime time to search, and a good reason to go that keeps youth focus and looking forward to it.

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Is disagreeing with the GB rebelling against God?

by kneehighmiah in

the other day an elder mentioned that not following the gb direction is the same as rebelling against god.

this in harmony with the ominous tone set forth in the respect jehovah's authority video.

in this thread i'll point out several gaping holes in that argument as time allows.. 1. the gb/fds does not speak "mouth to mouth" with god as did moses.. jehovah condemned and punished mariam for speaking against moses.

Rattigan350

Is Disagreeing with the apostles and other bible writers rebelling against God?

No, because they are just people who studied the history of Israel and applied it to their time. They weren't inspired beyond that, except for certain visions to Peter and John.

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Why do we have Assemblies?

by Rattigan350 in

why do we have assemblies?

was the topic of the book/brochure study last week.. the answer not presented is that they are the organization's black friday.

stores do black friday as a loss leader to get people into the stores to spend money on more pricey stuff, not discounted.. assemblies are put on to give away books and other literature and have dramas to get people in to donate and contribute more than normally done.. yes, religion is a business.

Rattigan350

Why do we have Assemblies? was the topic of the book/brochure study last week.

The answer not presented is that they are the organization's Black Friday.

Stores do Black Friday as a loss leader to get people into the stores to spend money on more pricey stuff, not discounted.

Assemblies are put on to give away books and other literature and have dramas to get people in to donate and contribute more than normally done.

Yes, religion is a business. Imagine if Trump were a religion.

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How Long Will ARMAGEDDON Last?

by Cold Steel in

according to the jw doctrine, can armageddon happen any day now?

is it possible that it could happen tomorrow?.

will it last minutes, hours, days?

Rattigan350

Armageddon has already happened. Where have you been?

I am perfect and living forever already.

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More WT Propaganda: Low Paying Jobs are OK for Family Heads. Just "Don't Miss the Meetings!"

by Oubliette in

god, evidently, wants you to be poor: .

a newly baptized brother is married, and he and his wife have three small children.

one day, a workmate suggested that he and the brother move to another company that paid a higher wage and provided more benefits.

Rattigan350

"I see no one on this thread has taken Matthew 6 to heart. Typical."

Where does the idea come from that meetings and field service = seeking kingdom at all?

This is the only reason that I like obamacare. These poor low paying workers can't afford health care and will be fined.

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

by Etude in

jw
friends

i'm thankful for my wife, my dog, my friends, my life and this forum.

i can think of other things i could be thankful for that have not come to pass.

but for now, it looks pretty good from here.

Rattigan350

I am thankful for my job as i have to work today. I am thankful that I love to go against the crowd and like working on the holidays.

I am thankful for my dogs, the best family one can have.

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Is it ok for a jw to join a toastmasters club?

by hoser in

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friends

Rattigan350

"I'm sure you'll probably enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner, after you get back from field service of course, under the guise of "well, since they're on sale I decided to buy one"."

And the problem with that is what?

Why do people pick in StandforPure Worship by saying he should not be posting here? What is wrong with healthy debate that stays on topic and does not go into namecalling?

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Does the WTS's past matter?

by M.J. in

i know, i'd jump into this topic by saying, "heck yeah.

they're the ones saying they've been appointed by god based on what they were doing back around 1914-1919.

" but i'm trying to help someone out who has reached a roadblock with his wife.

Rattigan350

I used to say No.

But considering how much the apostle Paul looked at Israel's past and how that sets a precedent, then the WTS past is the same.

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Nov 20, 2013 Letter to All Congregations (RE: Phillipines Disaster Relief)

by Gayle in

"however, it would be appreciated if such donations are made without restrictions as to where and how the funds may be used.

" additionally, at this time, there is no need for donations of food, clothing, or other items.

if such needs arise in the future, you will be notified accordingly.

Rattigan350

"there is no need for donations of food, clothing"

That makes sense. Send money, then the people there will purchase what they need. You don't know what they need other than canned goods and batteries and water. Where are you going to send it? Bethel and expect them to forward it? Those coordinating it in the area can better mass order things and distribute it.

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When did Jesus start ruling as king?

by DS211 in

cindy: o.k.

cindy, now read the next two verses 25 and 26.. cindy: for he must rule as king until [god] has put all enemies under his feet.

cindy: i never saw that before!.

Rattigan350

When did Jesus start ruling as king?

2520 years or 7 times after the kings in the line of David lost their sovereignty.

That occurred when Jehoiakim was dethroned in 607 making Jesus' kingship start in 1914.