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Thank you!!!!! Indeed Jehovah's name is being sanctified!!!! Nice pic... thank you

Thanks so much! Jehovah's name is being sanctified very much! Please give our love to the friends there!

Thanks for sharing . Wonderful article. Only in Jehovah's organization can all these ones come together on the basis of LOVE. That , in itself, is powerful. Jehovah's spirit working in behalf of his worshipers.

Anyone for a game of snooker. This gives new meaning to a hot tub.

To all, I hadn't check this blog for a while. You've made a number of interesting posts now. My point in starting this thread is that if imperfect men can start us thinking on so many new and fascinating lines, what will it really be like in the new system when we are under the authority of Jehovah God, Jesus Christ, the New Jerusalem, and all those both ancient and modern, that Jehovah will make princes in all the earth ? That's part of what makes all of this so fascinating to me. GStorrs46

Gabe, Thanks for downloading these pictures...they are beautiful.

I really do love and respect all my brothers, and admire them for all the try and accomplish, but when someone sends you something this good, I just have to share

As Ralph Kramden used to say: " Zoom, bang, pow, right in the old kisser ! " GStorrs46

My mother had a "hand's on attitude" when it came to making her own bread. She never used any machines, or gadgets, well only one, to slice the bread, a knife. She made bread, and her own pasta up to 100 yrs old. Looking forward in the paradise to get her back in a kitchen!!!

To the brothers and sisters in Australia, I recently came across the singing group " The Seekers" which many of you there know became famous back in the sixties with such hits as A World of My Own", "Georgie Girl", "The Carnival is Over", and many others. I was particularly impressed with Judith Durham, not only for her magnificent singing voice, but her sincerity, humility and overall life story. I understand now that last May on the Seeker's 50th anniversary tour she had a debilitizing stroke. I was wondering if any knew her present condition and whether anyone has been able to give her a really good witness. I know her husband Ron died several years back of a fatal disease and while her website says she believes in God and Christ they had for many years before his death been exploring Eastern religions. That no doubt colors her belief now with regard to her husband and his present condition, because I read in one of the blogs about her saying something like he is now progressing along the path of his spiritual journey. That statement of course evokes either the Hindu or Buddhist concept of the souls spiritual progression after death to eventually merge with nirvana. I have read about what a happy couple they were. What she really needs is the truth about what has really happened to her husband, as well as what could yet lay in store for her. Her beautiful singing voice has brought so much hap- pines to so many people, I would love to see her get the truth about what is most meaningful and important to her life. Since I understand she lives in Melbourne I thought this would be the appro- priate place to make this inquiry. GStorrs46

It was really amazing how Jehovah's people act and respond to the needs of our dear brothers and sisters who were affected by the disaster last year. Truly, Jehovah's name was glorified because of our sincere interest and love to each other. My niece shares this news on facebook. http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/597786/yolanda-homes-up-in-5-days-in-leyte

Thanks brothers and sisters for helping me out

I don’t know why this thread ended in July 2012, but I as a newby I would like to add to it a little. I think it is fair to conclude that only a few who have commented on this case have read the court record. To do so could be a waste of time and it can really put a knot in your stomach. Candace Conti verses The Watchtower Society … differs from what that most of us understand about jury trials. I think the most difficult thing to appreciate is that in this case there was no requirement to rule on whether sexual abuse actually took place. The whole issue boils down did we do enough organizationally. The undisputed fact was that as an organization we were ahead of everybody in protecting our children. We were also totally in compliance the law at that time. The argument presented in court was that all our efforts were not enough to prevent the ‘possibility’ of this sort of thing happening, and since Candace totally believes it happened YOU WILL PAY. Many may not know that as a matter of court record for this case, the plaintiff attornies conspired with her “abuser” to prevent him from testifying and effectively gave him a ‘GET OUT OF JAIL FREE’ card. A written financial agreement was in place between the plaintiff and the so called abuser that he would not testify. Try that in a criminal case and it is ‘GO DIRECTLY TO JAIL, DO NOT PASS GO’. In addition in civil cases the right to subpoena is very limited. His testimony may have set the record straight on some issues. The majority of the witnesses (Most were Witnesses) testified that the opportunity for the wrong doing did not exist in their congregational arrangement. Her parents also testified that there was no way she and the abuser were allowed to be together alone. A unanimous jury is not required in a civil case. Finding for the plaintiff requires only nine of twelve of the jurors to find for the plaintiff. ‘Beyond reasonable doubt’ is not a requirement in a civil case. Obligation placed on the juror is to decide what testimony is more LIKELY true than not true; whether it is TRUE is not the issue. In my opinion the judge’s instructions to the jury prejudiced the verdict in favor of the plaintiff. (But having said that…. I am not a lawyer. This is in the appeal by the way.) Many may not know that an appeal was filed August 30, 2013. It makes an interesting read. Has anybody heard the status of the appeal? Appeals typically take years. The appeal is a matter of public record, PM me if you are interested.

Tuesday, May 6 This good news of the kingdom will be preached in all the inhabited earth.—Matt. 24:14. Today, there are about 109,400 congregations throughout the world, and some 895,800 brothers and sisters serve as pioneers. Nearly eight million people now accept “the true knowledge,” applying it in their lives. (Dan. 12:4; Isa. 60:22) This is particularly impressive, since Jesus foretold that his disciples would be “objects of hatred by all people” because of his name. He added that his followers would be persecuted, imprisoned, and even killed. (Luke 21:12-17) Despite the opposition of Satan, his demons, and opposers among mankind, Jehovah’s people have enjoyed phenomenal success in carrying out their commission to make disciples. Today, they are preaching in “all the inhabited earth,” from tropical jungles to frigid tundra, in mountains, in deserts, in cities, and in the most remote countryside. This could never have been accomplished without divine backing. w12 8/15 1:13

Tell me about. I keep seeing these previews for a TV show called Salem - If this system gets too much worse - the people in Sodom will have a legitimate complaint on being destroyed too soon!!! - Just saying - may the Kingdom come soon!!!!!!!!!!

Caleb is the best, even I want to forgive freely after looking at this video

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One of our brothers was met at the door by a person who said, "I'm a Roman Catholic." Our brother said, "Sometime when you are stationary you might have time to read these magazines."

INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLIES. GIFT TO ATTENDEES

Sherry, We can never be to careful. I have learned this after many painful experiences in my life. It has driven home to me the meaning of Jesus word's at Matt 7:15 about those who come to you " in sheep's covering, but inside are ravenous wolves. " So too those who claim to support the truth, but hide what they are. GStorrs46

Thanks for this discussion of JW Archives. Before I joined JWTalk I contemplated signing up for it. But as I re- viewed it I just was not comfortable with many of the things I saw. Like many of you I wondered who ran the site & what their real motives were. I am so glad I did not join. I am so much happier here at JWTalk. I feel I am marking friends from all over the world and am having some truly delightful discussions on all kinds of subjects. I thank all of you friends here at JWTalk for keeping this a positive, safe place to come to enjoy spiritual association and encourag- ing discussions. May it ever prove to be so. GStorrs46

Creative... I might try for the tub here...

Is this Brother Morris of the Governing Body doing the dishes?

MEXICO

KIEV, UKRANIA

IVANOVO, RUSSIA

DUDLEY, ENGLAND

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, EEUU

MIEMBRO CUERPO GOBERNANTE

ITALIA

GRECIA

SILKEBORG, DINAMARCA, EUROPE

RUMANIA, EUROPE

PRATO, ITALIA

KINGDOM HALL IN GERMANY

COREA DEL SUR, ASIA Hermanos visitantes a una asamblea internacional, encuentran en la calle un puesto de informacion

I, too, perused that site until I saw that "legitimate" JW's did not approve of it! It's great to know that loving and caring JW's are able to warn those of us less knowledgeable about these things, to stay clear. I appreciate my dear brothers and sisters who show loving concern. Please continue to stay true to your beliefs! walkr2 (Voni)

Well, I haven't been asked about this and I imagine it would probably be an apostate who asks, but I would initially give them the benefit of the doubt. Go with something simple like - "I am very sad to hear anytime someone is abused. I wish it never happened! I know our organization is VERY interested in the safety of our young people. Would you like to see what the Bible says will happen to people who hurt others like this? 1 Cor 6:9-11. Soon things like this will never happen - I am offering this magazine that talks about how - "Announcing Jah's Kingdom" - website on back if you want to know more. Can I return and talk more about that Kingdom? - say tomorrow - this time???????????"

As a former police officer and detective in a specialized unit, Ive had my share in child molestation cases and was educated and trained in Criminal Forensic Psychology. The psyche of a child molester is pityful and dangerous. It would be the same as a serial rapist or killer. If Child molestor has more than one victim, they become socialpaths and blend in very well in almost any environment where they are targeting a victim(s). They ingratiate themselves for months or years to become accepted thus being more dangerous than psychopaths. They are very manipulative and see people as objects for them to play with at thier leisure. Thier view of the world is three dimensional, me, myself and I. You can only catch them when the victim turns up and by that time, were riding their wake of disasters; they've already moved on. We also need to remember that this is a traumatic time for the victim because they must relive the ordeal to BOE(s) in charge of the case then again to the police and of course the investigators. Victims go through emotional and psychological traumas because of varying disbelief amongst family members and many times members of the community. Lets be honest. If you heard so and so did this type of crime, and he or she was a respected member, many would be in disbelief and people would start to question the victim. I'm a realist. This is Jehovah's organization and its perfect, but its run by imperfect men and Satan's know each and everyone of our flaws. Some can control it and some cant. Thats my two cents...

While I understand our emotional reaction to seeing Jehovah's name being dragged through the dirt, let's not forget that there was a 9-year-old girl here who suffered the unthinkable, life-altering trauma of being sexually abused. She is now 26, and she is living with the scars of that abuse. I know a lot about her scars. Neither money nor legal victories will heal them; only Jehovah's kingdom can do that. This story is a tragedy all the way around. There is no questioning that fact. But in our haste to point out the excessive and misplaced punishment, please don't forget that this woman is a victim. She has every right to demand justice from the person who did this. I just wish it had remained in that context: HE did this, NOT the brothers.

Good for you for cleaning up that town site. Didn't know it could be done.

Thanks for clearing that up Bob and PcCowboy, time is so precious right now, I cant be "faffing about" with other groups again as I did with the JWN years ago, but yes, your right Bob, WE are a lovely bunch here!!!

This is exactly why the FDS is forced to caution us over and over about these seemingly useful resources on the internet. Sometimes it's brothers that you wouldn't trust with a public talk running them...sometimes it's worse. I remember seeing this guy offer the WT Library and the reasoning/excuse for doing so was that brothers in lands under ban weren't able to receive it through the congregation. I tried to remind him how Samuel was running late and so King Saul took it upon himself to sidestep God's arrangement by offering the sacrifice to Jehovah himself, you know for the good of Israel, and how that worked out for him. It fell upon deaf ears.