Interesting experiences from all. I was once told by an elder that even if you did not like participating in the ministry or like putting forth extra oomph it took to get to the meetings, that you should just do it and pray to Jehovah to instill it in your heart that you loved those activites. What a bunch of bull. I for one didn't mind the ministry. Maybe it was that humanitarian spirit that kept me going. I will admit because I was forced to go out in service, it made me really good at public speaking.
ikhandi
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Sad again at the Service Meeting
by Euphemism inthe service meeting on thursday was really saddening, particularly the last part, about preaching with boldness.
it was about overcoming nervousness, shyness, etc in the ministry.. all these people gave their experiences about difficulties they had in the ministry.
a regular pioneer (and elder's wife) admitted that she used to just pretend to ring the door bells; service is still really difficult for her, but she does it just because she feels obligated to.
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How long do you think being a JW will affect you?
by Adam ini haven't been on this board for a while.
i've been on a conservative ezboard trying to see if we can't do something about political issues.
i've also got a new job, had to get the car fixed, been best man in a wedding, and watched the two towers on vhs.
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ikhandi
My past of being a jw will never leave me despite some days I wish it would all go away and stop haunting me. My experiences and heartache will stay with me to my death
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Hey people, its a pleasure to meet everyone.....
by CETME inhey guys, thought i'd introduce myself...... my name is lars, and i'm 22... i'm majoring in education here in florida........ i was brought up as a jw, but i never really got into it... because the political side was so corrupt.... right now i'm just trying my best to be a good person, for myself and for god..... .
i'm a little rough around the edges... i shoot guns, race cars, ride bmx..... etc... so i guess my lifestyle didnt suit the jw's as well...... .
anyways, i searched around for a picture of myself, but i really dont have any "normal" ones......... .
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ikhandi
welcome to the board!
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The Worst Thing You Ever Did As A Jehovah's Witness
by minimus inwhat's the worst thing you did as a jw?.......for me, it was to help other persons come to love the "organization".
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ikhandi
Turned in my ex best friend into the elders over a sin she committed. It was my first and last time doing that one. She never spoke to me again. I'm still sorry about that one.
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Need info. on rotater cuff surgery
by kls ini have a rotater cuff tare and will need surgery.i can live with it (pain)or have it fixed.i am worried that it maybe stiff or i maybe worse off after the surgery.has anyone here had this surgery and how did it turn out.i am not getting it done till i know all the pros and cons.
kls
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ikhandi
I am a physical therapist please email be I have a wealth of info. [email protected]
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Why do members here have a fascination with telling us they're leaving ?
by run dont walk inmaybe i am way out of line with the comments i am about to make, and i may offend some people,this is not my intention ............ but why do members of this board make a big deal that they are leaving the board ???.
i just don't get it, are we all here, like a big circle of friends, would you tell your immediate circle of friends you won't see them anymore because you have no time ???.
you do not have to post everyday or every week here, i take a break sometimes because yeah i don't have the time to post or start a topic, so, but it irks me when people say their life is too busy, or they have others thing to do and will not be posting here anymore.
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ikhandi
Since I have been here I have wondered that same question. When I see that statement posted here I am like who cares? Must I know every little detail of your posting life on jwd? I often wonder if people do it just for attention.
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I Don't Hate JW's. I Just Think They're Wrong
by minimus inevery so often, i'll read on the board how some just hate jw's.
whether it's the individuals or the organization, some vehemently abhor everything connected to jehovah's witnesses.
i do not personally hate anyone.
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ikhandi
hating ANYONE isn't good for you.
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Stupidest thing a JW ever told you
by Nosferatu inwhat is the stupidest thing a jw ever told you?
we all know that they say a lot of stupid things, but what really topped the cake?.
for me, it was an elder telling me i was progressing really well when my meeting attendance was down and my field service hours were slipping.
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ikhandi
I have wasted my life by leaving god's only true organization. My life will only get worse. I am sorry not only has my life NOT gotten worse, but I am doing better pyschologically as well as have a wonderful circle of good friends. What a bunch of crap.
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Disfellowshipping - How long to return?
by CaptK indoes anybody know how long it takes for one to get re-instated if you are not that well liked by the body of elders?
i was disfellowshiped for immorality almost 2 years ago.
with my job and attending college to keep in step with my field of work, i have only been attending the sunday talk & wt meeting every week.
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ikhandi
I am not sure I really understand your inspiration for wanting to return? Is it to mend family ties. You need to educate yourself on what this relgion is all about. Most jws don't know their history. Its a cesspool of lies. Are you really going to be happy going back? My conscience will NEVER allow me to go back even if I really wanted too.
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What If Jehovah's Witnesses Are Right?
by shamus inthe "what if" thing comes to mind... no matter how much i strongly believe that they are not, what if armageddon happened tomorrow and they were correct?
would you have any sorrow for being wrong???.
i, personally would not.
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ikhandi
What if? I choose not to ponder that question anymore. What happens in this lifetime or the next will happen anyway. I can not change the future. All I know is I am so much happy that I am free from the mind control. Enjoy your Freedom.