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  Why do EX-JW's try to argue the bible/doctrine with JW's?

  by thedepressedsoul in

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  i've watched a few judicial committee videos on youtube.

  they all start out great but eventually the person starts to bring out bible teachings and doctrine.

  i understand that 99% of their teachings are complete crap, but to me it's a pointless battle.. as a jw growing up i remember being on countless calls where a jw would argue the trinity with the householder.

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  talesin

  That's a good point. As far as I'm concerned, it's for two reasons,

  1. You desperately want that person to know TTATT. You care about them, and wish to rescue them from themselves.

  2. You like to prove that you have the superior knowledge and intellect.

  We all want our loved ones to have the best life they can have. Reason #1 is altruistic.

  
  If it's #2, then you best take a look in the mirror. It's unfortunate that those who wish to show their superior knowledge, don't seem to own any mirrors. xx
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  Ladies: Circumcision or not?

  by Wonderment in

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  2. beliefs

  the topic of circumcision has been brought up a few times recently.

  then i wondered... .

  how do women really view circumcision?

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  talesin

  Ummm, the OP is asking women if it makes a difference. I would guess that means "cut or uncut, which do you prefer in the bedroom, and for cleanliness?".

  My answer is, for the woman, it makes no difference to sexual pleasure. As for cleanliness; if a guy is a slovenly pig, then his equipment will be dirty. It has nothing to do with circumcision.

  As for this,

  the foreskin has a purpose, to protect glands. to protect from dirt germs and damage.
  it also supposedly helps a male feel more sexual stimulation.

  Yes, of course! And re the sensitivity, well DUH! That is just common sense, and also medically proven, if I recall correctly.

  But it's OKAY to cut an infant - they can only scream and submit to your will? Just thinking about it, makes me cringe.

  There's no need to feel guilty if you had this done to your child, in ignorance. "When we know better, we do better."

  
  
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  What's the point?

  by punkofnice in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  i mean, i don't want to be miserable or anything, but what's the bloody point of it all?.

  since i left the watchtower cult, i have come to realise that god cannot possibly exist...and if a god exists...god is indifferent to humankind as the least.. in 100 years time i'll be gone.

  kaput.

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  talesin

  We are all stardust.
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  What's the point?

  by punkofnice in

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  i mean, i don't want to be miserable or anything, but what's the bloody point of it all?.

  since i left the watchtower cult, i have come to realise that god cannot possibly exist...and if a god exists...god is indifferent to humankind as the least.. in 100 years time i'll be gone.

  kaput.

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  Hi, you. I figured out years ago, that we are no different from other species. We are born, we live, we die. It's the moments of bliss that make it all special. Love ya, Punky!

  Carpe diem!

  Make some music, hold on to whomever you can, and you know that *this* person sends you lots of love. I'm sorry you are in the doldrums, and understand.
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  I cant sign out on either iphone or desktop

  by Alive! in

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  i've tried over past few days and everytime i sign out, i don't get signed out but remain signed in!.

  help asap!.

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  talesin

  Clear your history, and your cache. Your PC is remembering your password, and will automatically sign in, until you purge the saved password. xx t
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  Got in a bad wreck.....uuugh

  by brandnew in

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  just happy to be alive....can barely move ☺.. a girl who just got her license , and a new suv....thought it might be cool to pass the person in front of her....at a curve......on a two way road!!!!!😠😠😠.

  very mad puppy.

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  talesin

  Glad you're okay, and take it easy. I hope you were wearing leathers & no road rash. Sorry about your ride. xx
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  So , how "worldly" did you get?

  by greenhornet in

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  2. experiences

  i even hate to use that word worldly tm.. any way i'm probably the worst.. 1 when the jw s come to my door i say i'm not interested .

  2 i have gone to many churches and volunteered.. 3 i shredded all my jw books and magazines out in the woods.. 4 had the mormon elders over and studied with them.. 5 tried pot (its legal here).

  6 open carry my fire arm every where (legal here also).

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  talesin

  "Sister rebel8. One of the other sisters has come to us, and is stumbled by the fact that you are showing your knees. She said that on several occasions, she has caught her husband staring at them. This showing of your knees is brazen behaviour, and cannot be tolerated in J****'s Xtian Congregation. Will you stop this brazen activity, that is causing others to stumble? If not, we must consider your unrepentant attitude. The consequences may be dire."
  
  
  
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  Tight Pants

  by pixel in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  today is friday.

  so let's see something refreshing on the new june 2016 study wt.

  tight pants!.

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  talesin

  The "skinny pant" got a big boost from Chris Pine, when he acquired instant fame for playing a young 'Captain Jerk' in the new ST franchise, and was showing up all over the media in skinny, tight pants. Of course, we all know science fiction is one of Satan's tools, and ST has a TRADITION of having men in tight pants. Brothers, be aware that Satan is *in* your skinny pants! *smirks*
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  Narcissistic personality disorder and the dubs

  by purrpurr in

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  2. friends

  i've recently started to research npd.

  having identified several of my family members as having it ( no wonder we're such a ¿***#@**!!!!

  up family)there's huge similarities between the borg and individual members of the cong as well i've noticed.the over whelming love of self, the need to believe in a grandiose fictional version of themselves, always striving for more power and wealth, being unable to stand any criticism, and then there's the manipulation of the victims too.i could be wrong i guess but what thoughts do you guys have about it?

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  talesin

  I never had a normal childhood as we were never allowed to have any extra activities out side of the organization. .... Anyway I got through it and have never being happier that I am no longer part of that mind controlling cult.
  

  I'm proud of us. xo
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  Narcissistic personality disorder and the dubs

  by purrpurr in

  1. jw
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  i've recently started to research npd.

  having identified several of my family members as having it ( no wonder we're such a ¿***#@**!!!!

  up family)there's huge similarities between the borg and individual members of the cong as well i've noticed.the over whelming love of self, the need to believe in a grandiose fictional version of themselves, always striving for more power and wealth, being unable to stand any criticism, and then there's the manipulation of the victims too.i could be wrong i guess but what thoughts do you guys have about it?

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  talesin

  Ugh, so negative. I am feeling you, WP. For me, it can be the people who are passive-aggressive, that can be the most challenging; sets my teeth on edge. haha, I'm sure I do that to some other people!
  
  Once you know the signs, they are easier to spot. If you can't avoid contact, it's helpful to know 'who' and 'what' you're dealing with . : )