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When u think that Jehovah’s promise is too slow and taking long time to come to pass, kindly remember these Bible passage:
2Peter 3: 8,9.
"However, do not let this escape your notice, beloved ones, that one day is with Jehovah as a thousand years and a thousand years as one day."
"Jehovah is not slow concerning his promise, as some people consider slowness, but he is patient with you because he does not desire anyone to be destroyed but desires all to attain to repentance."
Since a day is like a thousand years in his eyes, have u lived up to an hour in HIS eyes so that u may lose patient and consider HIS promises slow 🐌 ? Food for thoughts! ✌️ 
 

Good morning/evening friends,

I am feeling terribly ill and wonder how my brothers and sisters keep hanging in there.

A little insight on my mystery illness/condition: I have always had intestinal issues, but recently, last August, things have shifted drastically. Instead of the usual bouts of intestinal pain, uterine pain has come about as well. It wasn’t anything too unusual since both parts are in close proximity and affect each other a lot of the time. But this time, the pain is constant, makes me sick, and makes me feel weak.

It affected me so much that I lost my appetite and lost 25 lbs. Recently, I am able to eat a bit more. The pain isn’t as constant, but the sickness is. I never understood what motion sickness was like until this condition struck me. Just turning in bed or walking is so sickening.

I have to cut back on my days at work because the illness affects me all day. Some days it’s bearable, and having to drive to work puts my adrenaline in gear, and when I start working, I get another dose. However, now at work, I sweat so much, and I always feel like I’m going to throw up at any moment. Weakness is starting to replace the adrenaline.

I have an MRI set up for the end of next month and am currently still waiting for a call from the gastroenterologist and gynecologist to schedule appointments. I might have to call again Monday to ask why I am not getting the calls.

I have been praying, reading the Bible, and using jw.org, but my mind is so chaotic, and I end up biting off more than I can chew when I try to focus on something. I start with one task, then it ends up branching into 50 other sub-tasks. I am being very inefficient and would like to know what scriptures or articles you find helpful during these kinds of days.

Also, what else helps give you peace, soothes, and helps you remain patient through the frustration of waiting for approvals and appointments?

Now, at least in my part of the world, everyone in just about heading out the door for the memorial.
 
I have a feeling that's going to lead to a quiet evening on JWTalk.

Saying "a Jehovah's Witness elder" in french is awkward, because elder and former are the same word ('ancien').
So "a Jehovah's Witness elder" sounds the same as "a former Jehovah's Witness"

Michael—welcome.
 
Romania feels like one of those places where the past and present are constantly in quiet conversation… mountains that have seen generations come and go, cities that carry their history without needing to say much about it. There’s something grounding about that.
 
I noticed you’re serving as a publisher—that’s meaningful. It also brings to mind how the work has continued to move forward across Eastern Europe, including Romania, often under changing conditions, yet with a steady kind of faith that doesn’t draw attention to itself—but endures.
 
I’m really glad you’re here. Communities like this benefit from thoughtful voices, and I have a feeling yours will be one of them.
 
Looking forward to hearing from you when you’re ready.

Hey Logan—welcome!
 
Sherman has that wide-open North Texas feel to it—big skies, steady pace, and a strong sense of community.
It’s a great place to be grounded while still staying active, especially if you enjoy things like running and staying sharp with computer science.
 
I noticed your “Hello Everyone” post—jumping in like that says a lot. It takes a certain openness to step into a new space and engage right away, and that kind of presence adds something real to the whole community.
 
I was also thinking about how Jehovah’s people have come together in Texas during difficult times—like the relief work highlighted on JW.org after the winter storms. It’s a reminder of how quickly genuine unity forms, even among those who have just met.
 
Glad you’re here. Hope you settle in easily and enjoy the conversations—there’s a lot of good ahead.

Hi Hayley—welcome! It’s nice to see someone here from Myrtle Beach. That whole area has such a relaxed, coastal feel to it… you can almost sense it just hearing the name.
 
A few publishers from my congregation actually head down your way each summer, so Myrtle Beach has come up in conversation quite a bit over the years—I’ve always been a little curious what it’s like during that season when everything comes alive.
 
It’s really encouraging to see you jump right in as a publisher and already engaging with others. That kind of spirit makes a real difference in a community like this.
 
I was thinking of a report from Madagascar where brothers and sisters would travel long distances just to be together for meetings—it really highlights how much we all value association, no matter where we are.
 
Glad you’re here, Hayley. Looking forward to seeing more of your thoughts and getting to know you.

Seeing that you’re in Accra immediately brings a picture to mind—the coastline, the warm air, and that steady, lively rhythm of the city. There’s a real sense of community there that stands out.
 
Ghana has such a beautiful spiritual history too. I was thinking of the Yearbook accounts that highlighted how the brothers there showed steady faith and endurance even during difficult periods—those reports always leave an impression, because they reflect a deep love for Jehovah that continues to this day.
 
It’s especially encouraging to see that you’re a baptized publisher. That says a lot about your commitment and the path you’ve chosen, and it’s something we all value deeply.
 
Your being here matters. Each brother brings something that can strengthen others, and I’m sure your experiences and perspective will do just that.

Hi Dawn 😊
 
It’s nice to meet someone else from northern Ohio—there’s something about that part of the country that just feels steady and genuine. Between the lake air and those big seasonal changes, it has a quiet kind of beauty that grows on you.
 
I really appreciated how you’ve already been jumping in—asking about the Zoom chats, getting involved, even welcoming others. That kind of openness makes a space feel warm right away, and it shows you’re here to connect, not just pass through.
 
It reminded me of an experience shared in the 2016 Yearbook about individuals in the United States who, after time away, found real joy again simply by reconnecting and engaging with others. That same spirit really comes through in the way you’ve been participating.
 
I’m on the Zoom chats pretty regularly—hope to see you there sometime. There’s usually a lot of laughing, and it’s a really relaxed way to get to know everyone a little better.
 
Really glad you’re here. Looking forward to getting to know you more along the way.

Hi Donna—welcome!
 
 
It’s nice to see you here, even just getting started. A fresh voice always adds something meaningful to the mix, and sometimes the quiet beginnings lead to the most encouraging exchanges.
 
Glad you’re here, Donna. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts when you’re ready to share.