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  2. I wasn't thinking clearly... And we just had the readings of Jesus last days on earth and the talk for the memorial. I feel so bad for not making the connection. How careless of me 😭
  3. In my reply to Barbllm, I expressed the same desires. With everyone doing their current jobs, they will have a head start on subjects that they were doing in the system of things and now in the New World get to learn about the perfect aspects of it + what they wanted to in the past but couldn't 💜 If they were not done away with.
  4. Jesus showed that a perfect body can feel pain and die, so I definitely plan to use SCUBA gear...😁
  5. This I am very interested in as well. I wonder how that will work 🤔 I'm sure we're still going to have meetings and conventions so it looks like when we build the rocket we're going to have to have a miniature Kingdom Hall... or even make the rocket big enough to be its own building like what they are doing for Ramapo have its own kitchen, rooms, and everything else we would need 😄 like the movie Wall-E but without the obesity and earth will be cared for by other brothers and sisters who want to learn more and enjoy it longer. This also leads me to wonder if teleportation will be possible because everything in space is so far and takes forever to get to 🤯
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  7. Like I said with Tortuga's comment, I wonder if we will even need diving gear anymore, or will there be some limitations of what our perfect bodies would be able to do? Since there won't be any pain we shouldn't be doing anything that would hurt us. And there couldn't be anything to harm us, even to ourselves? 🤔 Another Jehovah question. 😅 It looks like we're going to be buddying up to learn being Naturalist together 😊 I used to want to be an exotic veterinarian, or one of those people on National Geographic or Animal Planet researching, taking pictures and videos of those rare to find animals, or even an author who helps write those giant DK and Smithsonian books. In the New World, I want to be everything, do every job, I want to know EVERYTHING! The best part is that we will live for eternity and the knowledge to gain will never end 💜
  8. Send me the link of the new song of the convention 2026 private message
  9. This makes me wonder if we would need scuba diving gear or submarines anymore. Will we still be affected by water pressure? We should most definitely be able to hold our breath longer having perfect bodies. I think we would need submarine lights to be able to see because darkness is still dark no matter how perfect our eyes are 😂
  10. Since Jehovah knows me best I will be excited to learn where he uses me..I have been a nurse for 40 years and retired for three. I can't wait to learn a new course . I can come back to the study of our physical body but want to do something completely different.. even cosmetology excites me. Massage therapy. Cooking..painting study of color. Every aspect of study I want to encounter .
  11. Yes, I've been managing it for my congregation for a while. It's primarily intended to be managed through the website on a computer. The mobile app is mostly for publishers to reference and make notes while in a territory. It covers everything I can think of regarding maps, locations, assignments, records, etc. It's relatively simple to learn, but it can be very time consuming depending on how much detail/locations you add to each map. Definitely worth paying for in my case. I think it would be best if you read their help section and watch their videos. https://www.territoryhelper.com/Help
  12. The Regional Convention closing song will be the 163th
  13. California’s prices are always exorbitant because the State of California taxes gasoline more than most places.
  14. As far as I know, we also haven’t built a refinery in 50 years in this country, either, which means that even though the population and gas usage has increased, the ability to refine more oil hasn’t changed much in a long, long time.
  15. So, NRL and RU are both rugby. But different ways to play rugby? In the US, we have the NFL but we also have arena football. Same game, but slightly different rules.
  16. National Rugby League based in Australia. Not to be confused with Rugby Union, which is slightly game format which Rugby League was a derivative of.
  17. I have seen this happen within JW Library. where a digital publication is no longer available for download and you may not find it on your your app anymore either. And it's very possible that after the need for that outline has passed, the branch libraries when they sync up, remove the publication or document. If you do the update on the older tablet, you may lose it.
  18. Yesterday
  19. If the Libraries are synced, you could backup the one that has the talk and restore it on the new copy. But if the problem is in the use of the talk file itself (coding change, whatever) it won't work.
  20. I feel safe here. I love the rules and regulations, and especially the approval process for the membership. Plus it's pretty obvious if you don't know the pure language. It rings of love and truth.
  21. You are right. It normally should not make a difference and for as long as I remember this was not an issue. It is a newer bug in the system. In the past anyone getting a new phone had no problems connecting. This just started happening for us a few updates back and what I described is the only workaround that we have found.
  22. Fifteen miles from downtown Atlanta is a beautiful park encompassing over 2,500 acres. Named Sweetwater Creek State Park, it’s located in Douglas County (in the city of Lithia Springs) and was the home of the New Manchester Manufacturing Company. The land on which the park sits changed hands numerous times and the tall buildings that now lie in ruins were named Sweetwater Mill in 1849. The mill used the rushing rapids of Sweetwater Creek to power a cotton (textile) mill. The entire operation supported what was called a “factory town” where everyone living in it worked for the factory. There was also a general store where dry goods could be bought. The mill produced cotton that was later turned into yarn and this kept the town financially afloat. By 1864,however, the destructive Civil War was coming to a bloody end, and the Confederate soldiers retreated to their southern homes. When Union troops arrived at Sweetwater Mill, they burned it to the ground. (Photo taken by author from the Red line trail) To preserve what is left of the ruins, access is forbidden unless you are on a ranger-guided hike in the park. The ruins are also featured in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1, which was one of many Georgia locations used for filming. The park also has a 215-acre lake for fishing as well as multiple hiking trails. My friend Janette and I (calling ourselves the “hiking hermanas”) decided to start with the Red trail, which leads from the Visitor Center to the ruins. From there, you can press on but be warned that when the sign says the hike is “moderate to difficult”, they aren’t kidding. We clambered over rocks near the water, which does have class IV rapids, and past trees and stumps. The Red trail eventually meets up with the White trail, which is nearly vertical in some areas and after a long 3 hours and 4 miles, we ended up back at the Visitor Center. Activities in the park include birding, fishing, and geocaching. The park also holds the distinction of having a butterfly trail. The concept of a butterfly trail came from former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who wanted to preserve habitats for butterflies (particularly the Monarch), which are pollinators. The trail is a specialized, educational trail (separate from the hiking trails) that features pollinator-friendly gardens designed to support nearly 60 native species of butterflies. The Visitor Center also hosts a Civil War-era museum showcasing what the mill looked like in its heyday as well as many taxidermied animals commonly found in the park. Friendly reminder to #getoutside and enjoy the beauty of this state.
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    • Modern references to creative days:
       
      *** w15 6/1 p. 5 How Science Affects Your Life ***
      The Bible fixes no duration for the six creative “days.” Instead, it opens the door for modern scientists to study them and assign accurate time spans to them. We know that the creative “days” were much longer than 24-hour days.
       
      *** g21 No. 3 p. 12 What the Bible Tells Us ***
      So each of the six creative “days” during which God prepared the earth for life and created life on it could represent extremely long periods of time.
       
      *** g 1/14 p. 12 Creation ***
      WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS God created the universe, including the earth, in the indefinite past—“in the beginning,” as Genesis 1:1 says. Modern science agrees that the universe had a beginning. A recent scientific model suggests it to be almost 14 billion years old.
       
      *** lc pp. 26 Science and the Genesis Account ***
      A careful consideration of the Genesis account reveals that events starting during one “day” continued into one or more of the following “days.”
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    • Xtian

      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! ✌️ 
       
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    • Kiana Williamson

      To all brothers and sisters 💜
       
      I truly appreciate the opportunity to read your posts and think deeply about subjects I may not have considered before.
       
      It’s often been difficult for me to express my thoughts clearly in person—those conversations sometimes end in silence, awkwardness, or embarrassment. But having the chance to share my thoughts here and respond to others has been a new and amazing experience for me.
       
      Thank you all for that.
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    • Kiana Williamson

      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?
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    • Sheep

      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.
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    • Jim Jam

      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"
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    • dljbsp  »  Michael Mitco

      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.
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    • dljbsp  »  LJTheFox

      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.
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    • dljbsp  »  Hayley

      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.
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    • dljbsp  »  Prime Carter

      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.
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    • dljbsp  »  DawnH

      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.
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