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  2. Jim Jam started following HOOKAH LOUNGE
  3. Jim Jam
    Many people here, including OP, seem to be assuming things that only the brother we're discussing about can clear up
  4. RichardPNZ

    Brief update on  New Zealand  Special Convention aft day 2 What a privilege  to be here hearing kingdom songs fill Eden Park was amazing and incredibly joyous.

    Brothers Lett and Luccioni and brothers from the Australia Branch are all here.

    Thursday I had the privilege of being invited to a special talk for attendants and those doing cleaning  at Eden Park. Invite on the Tuesday of convention  week. I had planned at leaving on the Thursday about 7am. A quick change of plan with the brothers travelling with me then  became a 5am start. Was a fantastic talk and was blessed to hear it Was worth the effort for a unique opportunity.  The 2 brothers with me were also blessed as they had the opportunity to talk to the many brothers and sisters outside the venue collecting volunteer lanyards.

    I will post more once it is over.

  5. Lewis
    Ocean heat content sets another record in 2025, approx 23 zettajoules of heat accumulated increase in 2025. https://phys.org/news/2026-01-ocean-temperatures-high.html “The world's oceans absorbed a record amount of heat in 2025, an international team of scientists said Friday, further priming conditions for sea level rise, violent storms, and coral death.”
  6. Qapla
    Shaping a piece of wood as it spins around on a lathe can be amazing. No two woodturners will see the same thing in the wood. While one person will make a bowl another person may make a lidded container. While skill is needed to turn wood, it is something that is not too difficult to learn. Once you have taken a blank piece of wood and turn it into its final shape it can bring a feeling of satisfaction.
  7. Qapla
    Since the regulations have to be so strict and the violations carry substantial financial penalties - It reminds me of the king who needed a new chariot driver. Three drivers applied for the job. The king took them to a place in the road along a slight curve with a guardrail along the side where a high cliff dropped off to a ravine a thousand feet below. He asked each driver how fast he could come to the edge of the cliff without driving the chariot off the cliff. The first driver said he could drive the chariot within 25 feet of the edge at a half-gallop The second driver said he could drive the chariot within 10 feet of the edge at a full gallop The third driver said, "Are you kidding? I'm not driving the chariot anywhere near that cliff at any speed even if it does have a guardrail" I guess you know who got the job With that in mind, regardless of what regulations are supposed to apply to a Hookah Lounge ... shouldn't we ask ourselves, "How close do we want to come to the edge of the cliff?" Like driver #3 - I'm not going anywhere near one.
  8. tmm started following Spiritual Warfare
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  10. dljbsp

    @claudeke

    Hi Claude — welcome to JWTalk!

    Greetings from across the pond. Haute-Garonne is a beautiful part of France — when I hear that name, I picture open skies, long walks, and good bread that puts the rest of us to shame. I hope the weather’s been kind where you are.

    You’ll find a lot here to enjoy at your own pace. Some like browsing the Our Picks section to see thoughtful discussions they may have missed, others enjoy the photo gallery when they want something lighter, and many jump into ongoing conversations once they feel settled. There’s no rush — take it in the way that suits you.

    Glad you found your way here. Looking forward to the encouragement you’ll bring.
    By the way, I've never been there to France. But I have researched where you're from. It looks nice. 

  11. Thomas Walker
    It wasn't intended, originally; but the BTV series covers thousands of years. I wanted narrators, and spirit beings were the only ones I could keep around, from book to book.
  12. Eejay
    Oh sorry, I was thinking about the OP. Maybe in Tennesee, (where the wordly authorities seem to be more lax on the health aspects of passive smoking in this respect), the answer would be No, you probably can't! The UK has stricter regulation regarding hookah lounges (shisha cafes). They must actually provide signed, smoke-free areas, as smoke-free laws treat shisha like cigarettes, banning it in enclosed spaces. Proprietors can only allow smoking outdoors or in specially designed shelters that are at least 50% open to the air at all times, doors, windows, or blocking materials counting as walls. The laudable goal is to actually try to protect the public and staff from second-hand smoke, meaning any structure with a roof must have significant openings, otherwise, it's considered substantially enclosed and illegal. Concerned parties point out that in a shisha session of 20 to 80 minutes, a single shisha smoker can inhale, (and exhale), the same amount of smoke as a cigarette smoker consuming over 100 cigarettes. We can appreciate the health concerns prompting the regulations. Violations of these various regulations carry substantial financial penalties. So the answer to your question on avoiding smoke of others is, in the UK, (probably for the most part) YES! But only by avoiding close proximity of smokers and staying in a smoke free area.
  13. Qapla
    I have never been in one so, I can only go by what I have heard. From what non-JW people I have heard talk who have been in the college town where I live, No! you cannot avoid the aroma, vapor, smoke. Others may have different information ...
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  15. Shawnster
    No. But the answer can be confusing. The wilde beast = This beast is a symbol of the worldwide political system, which rules over “every tribe and people and tongue and nation.” Scarlet colored wild beast = The scarlet-colored beast, described in Revelation chapter 17, is a symbol of the organization whose purpose is to unite and represent the nations of the world. It first existed as the League of Nations and is now the United Nations. Image of the wild beast = Same as the scarlet colored wild beast. According to John, upon a scarlet-colored wild beast—the image of the wild beast—rides a symbolic harlot, dominating it. This organization appeared after World War I and was known as the League of Nations. It disappeared with the onset of World War II. During that war, God’s people declared that according to the prophecy in Revelation, the image of the wild beast would ascend again. And rise it did—as the United Nations. There is nobody else that it can compromise. All the nations of the world are members of the UN. The King of the South is in Revelation, just under a different name. Two horned wild beast = This beast “performs great signs, even making fire come down out of heaven to the earth in the sight of mankind.” (Rev. 13:11-15) Revelation chapters 16 and 19 describe this wild beast as “the false prophet.” (Rev. 16:13; 19:20) Daniel mentions something similar, namely, that the Anglo-American World Power would “bring terrible destruction.” See chart above.
  16. dljbsp

    @KugelwilliHi John, welcome to JWTalk!

    Good to have you here. I see you’re listed as being from Germany — that immediately caught my eye. We actually have a few in my congregation who are originally from Germany and still have family there, so that connection feels familiar.

    This is a friendly, encouraging place, and I hope you find the discussions upbuilding and helpful. Jump in whenever you’re ready.

  17. dljbsp

    @Benedito Jair André de Sou

    Hi Benedito—welcome to the forum! It’s really nice to see someone joining us from São José Operário. Brazil always makes me think of warm people, strong faith, and great food, so you’re already off to a good start here.

    When you have a little time, you might enjoy browsing Our Picks to see what others have found encouraging, or taking a look through the Photo Gallery—there are some thoughtful and creative contributions there. No rush, just explore whatever catches your interest.

    We’re glad you decided to join us, and we appreciate you being here. Looking forward to getting to know you and hearing what you’d like to share as time goes on.

    1. dreamy

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      São José Operário

      Sao Jose Operario (São José Operario) is a section of another place (Manaus) in the region of Amazonas in Brazil. As the crow flies, the distance to the regional capital of Amazonas, Manaus (Manaus), is approximately 9.2 km (5.7 mi).

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      Welcome Br. Benedito from the land of exotic dancers

       

       

  18. dljbsp
    Watching my wife’s faith in Jehovah’s gift has always moved me. Her health hasn’t been the best, and she lost her mom more than twenty years ago. Yet her hope has never faded. She talks about seeing her again with such certainty — not as a wish, but as something she knows will happen. That confidence comes from knowing Jehovah keeps His promises. He is not vague or uncertain. He tells us plainly that there will be a resurrection, and that those we have lost are not gone forever (John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15). When my wife speaks about the future, you can hear how real that hope is to her. What strengthens that hope even more is knowing it rests on the ransom. Everlasting life is a gift Jehovah gives through Christ Jesus, not something we earn or deserve (Romans 6:23). Because of that gift, the promises apply not just to one person, but to all those we love and long to see again (Revelation 21:3, 4). Seeing her faith reminds me that trusting Jehovah is never misplaced. What He has promised will benefit not only those waiting to see loved ones again, but all who put their confidence in Him.
  19. Anniebea
    I’m not entirely convinced that Trump wouldn’t pull out of NATO in order to be the aggressor regarding Denmark/Greenland you cannot have one member of NATO aggressively invade another members land and so it would effectively signal the end of NATO The European Union have been bending the knee to Trump for a very long time trying to keep him on their side. It certainly is very interesting times… times that now move very fast indeed!!
  20. dljbsp

    Hi Dennis—welcome to JWTalk!

    It’s good to have you here. I noticed you’re in Baguio—very different from Manila, I hear. The Philippines is bigger than many of us realize, with so many islands and regions that feel like their own world. I have a sister-in-law from just outside Manila, so it’s always interesting to learn how life and experiences can vary from place to place. I also appreciated reading about your family and your background—there’s already a lot there that others can relate to.

    As you look around, you might enjoy browsing through Our Picks to see what’s been resonating with members lately, and the blogs are a nice way to hear personal experiences and reflections at your own pace.

    Thank you for joining us, Dennis. Glad you’re here, and I’m looking forward to what you may share as you settle in.

  21. dljbsp

    Hi Amed, welcome to JWTalk!

    It’s nice to have you here. I see you’re from Yenagoa—looks like a place with plenty of green and warm weather, which already puts you ahead of some of us this time of year. 😊 I also appreciated the little you shared about yourself; that always makes it easier to connect.

    As you look around, you might enjoy some of the ongoing discussions, and the photo gallery can be a relaxing place to browse when you just want to read and take things in.

    If you feel like it, I’d be curious to hear a bit more about you—did you grow up in a big family, or are you more on the small-and-quiet side? And what kind of sports do you enjoy most?

    Thanks for joining us. I’m glad you’re here and look forward to getting to know you better.

  22. dljbsp

    Hi Amme, welcome to JWTalk!

    It was nice getting a little glimpse of your life from what you shared—and greetings to Central America. I’ll just say I hope the weather is as beautiful there today as it often looks in photos.

    This is an English-language forum, and the moderators do ask that posts be written in English. Many members who speak other languages use translation tools, and that works very well here. Please feel free to do that—we’re happy to read along and connect with you. You might enjoy looking through some of the ongoing discussions, or spending a little time in the photo gallery when you’re in the mood.

    Thank you for joining us. We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to whatever you’d like to share as you get comfortable.

    And I really like that picture, period. It reminds me of an area where my mom used to live. Mountains all around, but she was down in the valley 

  23. LeolaRootStew
    I'm not endorsing Hookah Lounges, I'm actually asking a question.
  24. dljbsp

    Hi Amy—welcome to JWTalk!

    Really nice to read your intro. The racetrack conventions brought back memories for a lot of us — it’s funny how certain details stick while others blur together over time. And Elk Grove Village tells me you know your way around real Midwest weather, not just the postcard kind 😄.

    This is a pretty easygoing place. When you’re in the mood to read, you might enjoy some of the personal blogs — there are some thoughtful, very relatable experiences there. And if you like jumping into conversation now and then, the ongoing discussions are a good way to get a feel for the community at your own pace.

    Thanks for taking the time to join and share a bit about yourself. Glad you’re here, and I’m looking forward to whatever you feel like adding as you settle in.

  25. Anniebea
    Saturday, January 10 The gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord.—Rom. 6:23. Our original parents, Adam and Eve, were perfect and lived in a beautiful paradise. (Gen. 1:27; 2:7-9) They had the prospect of enjoying a rich, endless life. But then everything changed. They lost their Paradise home as well as their prospect of everlasting life. What inheritance could they pass on to their future children? The Bible tells us: “Through one man [Adam] sin entered into the world and death through sin, and so death spread to all men because they had all sinned.” (Rom. 5:12) The inheritance Adam passed on to us is sin, resulting in death. This inherited sin is like a huge debt, one that none of us can pay off. (Ps. 49:8) Jesus likened sins to “debts.” (Matt. 6:12; Luke 11:4) When we sin, it is as if we incur a debt to Jehovah. We have to pay the penalty for the sin. Should this debt be left unpaid, it would be canceled only when we die.—Rom. 6:7. w25.02 2-3 ¶2-3
  26. dljbsp

    @Dave Halstead

    Hi Dave, welcome to JWTalk! 👋

    Nice to see someone joining us from the UK — that’s a bit of a hop across the pond. Hope the weather’s treating you better than our forecasts usually do.

    You’ll find a lot to enjoy here. The discussion forums are great for thoughtful Bible conversations, and the Photo Gallery is worth a look if you enjoy seeing how brothers and sisters capture creation and convention moments. The Blogs section is another good place to slow down and read encouraging experiences.

    Glad you’re here. Looking forward to your thoughts and contributions.

  27. Eejay
    What would a Christian want to get from a Hookah lounge that they could not get elsewhere?
  28. dljbsp
    Rails once shaped travel, work, and daily life across entire countries. Long before highways and airplanes, trains carried food, mail, workers, and families between towns that had little other connection to the outside world. Railroads helped farms sell crops, factories ship goods, and people see places they might never have reached otherwise, leaving marks that are still visible in old stations, rail beds, and working freight lines today.
  29. Qapla
    If you are properly dressed, you can ...
  30. Qapla
    This game is similar to the game where you make a sentence using the last word in the previous sentence. However, instead of the last word, you use the "THIRD" word in the previous sentence. Of course, that means each sentence must be at least three words long. So, a sentence like: Birds fly. Cannot be used since it only has two words. Unlike the last word game, a reply can have more than one sentence but, to play the game correctly, you would start your next play with the THIRD word of the FIRST SENTENCE in the post above. For instance, if the post has the Sentence: "When steam engines ruled the rails, trains were more fun to ride" The next play in the game would start with the word "Engines". Likewise, if the post had: "When steam engines ruled the rails, trains were more fun to ride. Big Boy 4014 is the largest steam locomotive ever made that is still running" The next play would still start with the word "Engines" Variations on the third word are acceptable as long as they don't create an entirely new word. For instance, since the word in the example is "engines", using "engine" would be acceptable but, using "engineering" would not be acceptable. Likewise, with a word like "available" the use of "availability", "availabilities", "availableness", "availing", or "availed" would be acceptable - but "ailment" or "ailing" would not be since they have no common meaning. If a number is in the third word position, you simply start the next sentence with that number - as written ... like in the sentence above, you would not change it to "Four thousand fourteen" you would use "4014". However, if the number can be expressed with a single word, it is acceptable - like "12" and "Twelve" would both be acceptable but "100" and "One hundred" would not be acceptable. Likewise, if the third word is a contraction, it must be used as-is or as a single word - for instance, "can't" can properly be exchanged for "cannot" but "don't" cannot be exchanged with "do not" ... and "donot" is not a proper word. If you have any questions about the rules just post your question preceded by several ***** so it is recognized as a question not a sentence to be played. Let's give it a try - Here is the first play: Riding the rails was more fun when steam engines ruled the steel. Big Boy 4014 is the largest steam locomotive ever made that is still running weighing in at a massive 1.2 million pounds.
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      Brief update on  New Zealand  Special Convention aft day 2 What a privilege  to be here hearing kingdom songs fill Eden Park was amazing and incredibly joyous.
      Brothers Lett and Luccioni and brothers from the Australia Branch are all here.
      Thursday I had the privilege of being invited to a special talk for attendants and those doing cleaning  at Eden Park. Invite on the Tuesday of convention  week. I had planned at leaving on the Thursday about 7am. A quick change of plan with the brothers travelling with me then  became a 5am start. Was a fantastic talk and was blessed to hear it Was worth the effort for a unique opportunity.  The 2 brothers with me were also blessed as they had the opportunity to talk to the many brothers and sisters outside the venue collecting volunteer lanyards.
      I will post more once it is over.
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      @claudeke
      Hi Claude — welcome to JWTalk!
      Greetings from across the pond. Haute-Garonne is a beautiful part of France — when I hear that name, I picture open skies, long walks, and good bread that puts the rest of us to shame. I hope the weather’s been kind where you are.
      You’ll find a lot here to enjoy at your own pace. Some like browsing the Our Picks section to see thoughtful discussions they may have missed, others enjoy the photo gallery when they want something lighter, and many jump into ongoing conversations once they feel settled. There’s no rush — take it in the way that suits you.
      Glad you found your way here. Looking forward to the encouragement you’ll bring.
      By the way, I've never been there to France. But I have researched where you're from. It looks nice. 
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      dljbsp  »  Kugelwilli

      @KugelwilliHi John, welcome to JWTalk!
      Good to have you here. I see you’re listed as being from Germany — that immediately caught my eye. We actually have a few in my congregation who are originally from Germany and still have family there, so that connection feels familiar.
      This is a friendly, encouraging place, and I hope you find the discussions upbuilding and helpful. Jump in whenever you’re ready.
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      dljbsp  »  Benedito Jair André de Sou

      @Benedito Jair André de Sou
      Hi Benedito—welcome to the forum! It’s really nice to see someone joining us from São José Operário. Brazil always makes me think of warm people, strong faith, and great food, so you’re already off to a good start here.
      When you have a little time, you might enjoy browsing Our Picks to see what others have found encouraging, or taking a look through the Photo Gallery—there are some thoughtful and creative contributions there. No rush, just explore whatever catches your interest.
      We’re glad you decided to join us, and we appreciate you being here. Looking forward to getting to know you and hearing what you’d like to share as time goes on.
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      dljbsp  »  10acity

      Hi Dennis—welcome to JWTalk!
      It’s good to have you here. I noticed you’re in Baguio—very different from Manila, I hear. The Philippines is bigger than many of us realize, with so many islands and regions that feel like their own world. I have a sister-in-law from just outside Manila, so it’s always interesting to learn how life and experiences can vary from place to place. I also appreciated reading about your family and your background—there’s already a lot there that others can relate to.
      As you look around, you might enjoy browsing through Our Picks to see what’s been resonating with members lately, and the blogs are a nice way to hear personal experiences and reflections at your own pace.
      Thank you for joining us, Dennis. Glad you’re here, and I’m looking forward to what you may share as you settle in.
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      dljbsp  »  Amed

      Hi Amed, welcome to JWTalk!
      It’s nice to have you here. I see you’re from Yenagoa—looks like a place with plenty of green and warm weather, which already puts you ahead of some of us this time of year. 😊 I also appreciated the little you shared about yourself; that always makes it easier to connect.
      As you look around, you might enjoy some of the ongoing discussions, and the photo gallery can be a relaxing place to browse when you just want to read and take things in.
      If you feel like it, I’d be curious to hear a bit more about you—did you grow up in a big family, or are you more on the small-and-quiet side? And what kind of sports do you enjoy most?
      Thanks for joining us. I’m glad you’re here and look forward to getting to know you better.
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      dljbsp  »  Amme

      Hi Amme, welcome to JWTalk!
      It was nice getting a little glimpse of your life from what you shared—and greetings to Central America. I’ll just say I hope the weather is as beautiful there today as it often looks in photos.
      This is an English-language forum, and the moderators do ask that posts be written in English. Many members who speak other languages use translation tools, and that works very well here. Please feel free to do that—we’re happy to read along and connect with you. You might enjoy looking through some of the ongoing discussions, or spending a little time in the photo gallery when you’re in the mood.
      Thank you for joining us. We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to whatever you’d like to share as you get comfortable.

      And I really like that picture, period. It reminds me of an area where my mom used to live. Mountains all around, but she was down in the valley 
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      dljbsp  »  Amy P

      Hi Amy—welcome to JWTalk!
      Really nice to read your intro. The racetrack conventions brought back memories for a lot of us — it’s funny how certain details stick while others blur together over time. And Elk Grove Village tells me you know your way around real Midwest weather, not just the postcard kind 😄.
      This is a pretty easygoing place. When you’re in the mood to read, you might enjoy some of the personal blogs — there are some thoughtful, very relatable experiences there. And if you like jumping into conversation now and then, the ongoing discussions are a good way to get a feel for the community at your own pace.
      Thanks for taking the time to join and share a bit about yourself. Glad you’re here, and I’m looking forward to whatever you feel like adding as you settle in.
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      dljbsp  »  Dave Halstead

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      Hi Dave, welcome to JWTalk! 👋
      Nice to see someone joining us from the UK — that’s a bit of a hop across the pond. Hope the weather’s treating you better than our forecasts usually do.
      You’ll find a lot to enjoy here. The discussion forums are great for thoughtful Bible conversations, and the Photo Gallery is worth a look if you enjoy seeing how brothers and sisters capture creation and convention moments. The Blogs section is another good place to slow down and read encouraging experiences.
      Glad you’re here. Looking forward to your thoughts and contributions.
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      dljbsp  »  Fabsye

      @FabsyeWelcome, Fabrice! Great to have you here with us. Cambridge, UK — that’s a part of the world with a lot of history packed into a small place. We’ve had some friends from the London area join our Zoom chats now and then, so it’s nice to see another familiar corner of the map represented. Looking forward to the encouragement you’ll bring.
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