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1) The US and UK do not have to agree on everything to be dual-world power. 2) Since the UK is also part of the KotS and it hates Russia (KotN) openly, that prophecy is still being fulfilled. Is there any actual problem? I'm confused by the comments.

Thanks for sharing. She will be missed for sure bur only for awhile

Grant is my favorite character!

Of course, if there was an antivirus called Peesan Security, well..................

Hello. Can I ask, where does it support RSS? Usually webpages that support RSS have this orange box that we can copy the link of. I find no such on either WOL or jw.org in any instance

So just for the record, I have since then found the answer to what is one Jehovah's Witness: It is someone who loves Jehovah and does his best to do his will, as a baptized member of his Organization I think this definition is perfect

editions are what we used to have in paper copy of our magazines, Awake! and Watchtower

Lovely comments brother Tim. Your honesty is refreshing and you echo sentiments as you can see that others can identify with. Reminds me of the apostle Paul and all the struggles he faced. When he wished to do what is right, due to the empowering power of sin, couldn‘t. Also his words in 2 Cor. 11 starting in verse 22 describing all of his obstacles, then says in verse 29: “Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is stumbled, and I am not incensed?“ Those are real, raw human emotions. Although written so long ago, his words provides a kind of solace for those times when we are weak or broken down, but with Jehovah’s help, are not completely weakened down without a way out. But just as we know we face those moments, so does Satan. Satan uses our weaknesses, our failures, and then on top of that, uses someone‘s unkind words or actions to bring us down. Paul clearly felt that way, too. And Satan looks around in the congregation to use a person’s weaknesses, feelings, situations, people, words, to bring someone down to a very low point…exactly the same way as he did with Jesus. How comforting to know a person is not alone when dealing with trials of various sorts. Jehovah always gives out his loving, mighty hand of support (1 Peter 5:6,7), so anything that is not kosher and happening to someone, will, in due time, be better with Jehovah‘s help. The injustices Jesus and the apostle Paul endured is evidence of that. They kept enduring in their ministry and love for God, which he gave them in return to continue despite severe trials.

Not if for example someone like JD Vance is elected? Interesting to watch.

Thanks for answering my question Brother Kim I am sending you a PM, please let me know if you received it, thanks 😎

He was great! I couldn't figure out if he was a good guy or bad guy til well into story and he stressed me out.... VERY well done, Matthew! 😃👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

I Feel it's only because of the Trump administration that this is the case, i remember his last term he caused a stir with a few country's also trying to withholding money for the United Nations, he does many things that you think how does that fit in with bible prophecy both for and against. I think once the Trump administration term has ended then everything will more go back to normal with the Uk and allies.

I think Update 8 will come the Friday after Christmas.

Grant was my 'voice of danger'. Reformed sinners try to show how reformed they are, but Grant was arriving just in time for the Final Test, and was the character I selected to introduce tension.

In the security policy document (NSS few days ago) Current US administration identifies Drug Cartels as enemies - not Russia. The U.S., which has been an interventionist power globally since the end of the Second World War, is shifting its focus to the Western hemisphere, according to the document — which Peskov noted does not refer to Russia as an adversary, unlike previous iterations. The document also casts doubt on whether some European nations are reliable long-term members of NATO. The alliance was forged between the U.S. and European nations to counter an expansionist Soviet Union at the end of the 1940s. UK's enemy is Russia.. those two approaches do not align. Putin regards the UK as Russia’s most implacable adversary. https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/russia-war-putin-war-hybrid-cyber-b2880798.html Allies act together and have same enemy. Something does not add up.

The perception of a nation as an 'ally' is complex. Is the relationship based on formal treaties, economic necessity or shared geopolitical interests (ex: anti-West, anti-Communist). Also, nations form alliances based on shared threats rather than shared values. The saying goes "The enemy of my enemy is my friend". Nations bound to the KotS by legally binding treaties are: Canada UK France Germany Italy Poland and 23 other members of the NATO alliance. Asia-Pacific Treaty Allies: Japan South Korea Australia Philippines Major non-NATO Allies: Israel Egypt Jordan Brazil Argentina It's safe to say that the USA has differences of some kind with virtually every ally at some point in time. From what I read about the UK, it's really struggling since BREXIT. I remember a cousin from Northern Ireland saying they don't need Brussels telling them what they can or can't do. Today's UK has a high degree of public dissatisfaction and intense pressure on the Labour government to deliver quick results on inflation, NHS and immigration. As with the USA, voters in the UK shift to the opposition party in hopes of solutions. Despite their problems, however, the UK still has more in common with the USA than any other ally. KotS !

Possible mega quake according to Japanese Officials. Advisory was issued today after yesterdays earthquake. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/japan-earthquake-megaquake-advisory-tsunami/

Shawn: It seems that USA and UK are not aligned together anymore like before .. just look at differing actions and opinions on how to end the war in Ukraine. Also recently published Security official document of White House is closely aligned with Russia , not the UK . Russia has welcomed US President Donald Trump's new National Security Strategy, calling it "largely consistent" with Moscow's vision.https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvd01g2kwwo So it looks like Trump's administration and KOTN are cozing to each other, while at the same time UK is sticking closer to France and Germany in relation to Ukraine conflict. Does UK and USA have the same line of thought in relation to Ukraine, the answer is "No" Maybe, technically in principle on paper they are "aligned" but definitely they are drifting apart buddies, when it comes to real decisions and real actions ..

Imagine the sign above Jesus carpenter’s shop “Joseph and Sons … Bespoke Yokes” “Measured with care, crafted with love…Our yokes are kindly.” Kindly….Not harsh, not crushing, designed with care and compassion. Yokes were always a symbol of partnership,two oxen sharing the load, just as Jesus shares his. He invites us to take his yoke, not that he would share ours, but that he provides one that is kindly and light. The emphasis is on “learning from him” ( the hard part) and finding refreshment. So it seems to me this brother in his conversation with you.. was able to help you find refreshment… but more importantly you accepted the counsel. You didn’t just hear it; you stepped into it. That’s why it brought refreshment. Well done

Although there is a lot of "noise" about USA and UK recently ... (and looks like USA and UK do not share the same view on Ukraine's conflict) Tom Homan, President Donald Trump’s border czar, said he no longer considers the United Kingdom a reliable U.S. ally after reports that it halted the sharing of intelligence on suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean over concerns about the legality of recent military strikes. Homan told reporters when asked about the reports, first published by CNN: "I don't think the UK is a friend to this country and friend of the president. I don't think there's skepticism." He went on to say, "I'm not in my lane. I'm a border guy, that's a question for Pete Hegseth or the Secretary of State."https://www.newsweek.com/trumps-border-czar-says-uk-not-us-friend-venezuela-11050636

I don't expect an update 8... more like a 2026 update 1

I like Grant. It's a great character

I always think of what Jehovah told Gideon - "go with what you have". He wasn't told to try and rustle up what he didn't have.

So sorry to hear that!

2025 Governing Body Update #8 The 2025 Governing Body Update #8 is something we are truly looking forward to. And many questions naturally come to our minds: Will it still be released this year? Will there really be an Update #8 in 2025? Who will be the presenter? When will it be released? Will there be any organizational adjustments or clarifications of beliefs? For now, we do not have these answers. Let us wait with expectation and confidence.