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  1. Wearing balaclavas and carrying machine guns, police in four Russian cities have raided the homes of Jehovah’s Witnesses over the past two weeks and brought members of the religious group in for questioning, sources connected to the group told Newsweek. In Russia, where the Orthodox Christian Church has deep ties to the highest levels of the Kremlin, the government has labeled Jehovah’s witnesses an “extremist” sect. The ruling was made exactly one year ago, in April 2017, and came into force just a few months later when Russia’s Supreme Court dismissed an appeal. The group’s administrative center in St. Petersburg, Russia was consequently dissolved, and Jehovah’s witnesses were forced to begin worshiping in secret in their homes after almost 400 local chapters shuttered. Meanwhile, many say they have faced systematic harassment by security forces. Since January, members of the group say they have had their homes raided on at least seven separate occasions, four of which took place in April. “It’s a new wave of persecution. We don’t know what’s happening,” Yaroslav Sivulsky, a Jehovah’s Witness from Russia who is now living in exile in Latvia, told Newsweek Thursday. “If they wanted to they could put any number of Jehovah’s Witnesses in prison because they know the Jehovah’s Witnesses are worshipping at home and they can find them easily.” Read more here: http://www.newsweek.com/jehovahs-witnesses-russia-ban-police-903021
    11 points
  2. Curious to see if this quietly opens the door to see how many witnesses there are in N Korea. There must be some. And if this will help unify or unite them with their worldwide family.
    7 points
  3. Well.. We see here the leader who had been called as "Rocketman" to support the peace and security in Korean peninsula! This is the same man who threated to explode the world because his soup was cold, before few months. Wow.. Now I've been convinced how much instabilized are the most leaders in this world. Leaders that are motivated by paranoic demons and they are able to declare in just a second the PEACE & SECURITY
    7 points
  4. This is called “Angel’s Trumpets”. Beautiful!!
    6 points
  5. Bob

    Bill Cosby Convicted

    This is the main reason why I oppose making these strangers your children's "role models" and placing these people on pedestals. We don't know this people, so we can only associate them with the fantasy roles they play on TV. I cannot imagine the amount of black kids that worshiped Cosby during the 80s and 90s, who had their lives shattered when it became known and proven true their "role model" sexually assaulted women for years. But, the world seems to never learn from this, as they have always worshiped pro athletes, who time and time again have proven to be cheaters and philanderers, greedy, and many times financially irresponsible. So while there will be initial shock and awe, they'll find another "role model" to follow tomorrow.
    5 points
  6. I don't think we need worry about the James book. Very soon the Study Bible will have notes on James, and we can use that instead. Although a new book covering James, Peter, Jude and the letters of John would make a good spiritual meal of a book. Maybe also add Timothy and Titus in there as well.
    5 points
  7. Hey, it's true! I had checked it in Spanish that is not updated yet, but in English it works! This is a wonderful surprise, I didn't expect the brothers to make all those publications available online.
    5 points
  8. https://www.9news.com.au/world/2018/04/27/19/39/north-south-korea-summit-end-war-family-reunions Thoughts?
    4 points
  9. Friday, April 27 Who are you to be judging your neighbor?—Jas. 4:12. Anyone can act immodestly if he allows himself temporarily to be overcome by fleshly desires. Selfish ambition, envy, and uncontrolled anger have led many to presumptuous acts. Bible characters like Absalom, Uzziah, and Nebuchadnezzar succumbed to such works of the flesh and were humbled by Jehovah for their presumptuousness. (2 Sam. 15:1-6; 18:9-17; 2 Chron. 26:16-21; Dan. 5:18-21) There are other reasons, though, why someone may act immodestly. Consider, for example, the following Bible accounts: Genesis 20:2-7 and Matthew 26:31-35. Were the seemingly presumptuous actions of Abimelech and Peter motivated by sinful desires? Or were these individuals simply unaware of all the facts, or were they caught off guard? Since we cannot read hearts, it is both wise and loving to avoid jumping to conclusions about other people’s motives. w17.01 3:9, 10
    4 points
  10. Wow. I just watched this last night with my wife. Such a good talk! It is my favorite of the special talks on JW-TV. (Finally beating out "In Their Own Tongue and Style of Writing", which has been quite an influence in my interest in translation) I need to re-watch and take some notes for my Study Bible - Note: This is the second special talk they've uploaded recently. I'm wondering if they are going to become a more regular feature. I really, truly hope so
    4 points
  11. Tortuga

    New Orleans trip...

    We are docked next to the USS KIDD in Baton Rogue and Tom Hanks is using it to make a movie and they fired one of the big guns several times this morning. I think I saw Tom Hanks on the deck this morning.
    4 points
  12. And we can all read that QFR now https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/1981052 Questions From Readers ● The Commentary on the Letter of James, on page 47, states: “Besides being the God of Christians, Jehovah is also their Father, for he has begotten them by means of his spirit to be his sons.” And the question on page 57 relating to this reads: “How is God also the Father to Christians?” Does this mean that all dedicated and baptized Christians have been begotten by God’s holy spirit to be his sons? I had heard from the elder that coordinates literature for our 2 congregations (shared hall) that instructions were all surplus copies of Commentary were to be destroyed /pulped.
    4 points
  13. I have done it. Took me couple of years to unspoil my now 16 year old with mild autism. I only realized a few years ago that I even did this, but in retrospect I can see that I started young. The guilt I felt from her diagnosis pushed me towards this, then other issues later on made it worse. Next thing I know I'm stuck with an entitled child who had little motivation to do for herself. This will be tough and will take some time, but you can do it! I think I started with a conversation with mine about how I ended up spoiling her, explained why that was not the right decision, then went into the negative consequences of my choices. I went on to explain that this is what we are going to do from here on out and laid it on out there. Perhaps in this case, it would have been harder with a neurotypical kid. Kids (and adults I think) with autism seem to be rules oriented and do really well with following them once they know what is expected of them. The real challenge is not falling back into spoiling. It's hard!:) Two years or so in and I see a different kid. She actually has chores now (mows the lawn and helps clean up) and gives me no problems about family worship. She will occasionally act bratty or start complaining about something, but I correct it immediately and she responds well... A recent example would be complaining about her life in our boring town. I sat her down and talked to her about her attitude and why it's good to find things to be grateful for versus focusing on the negative. I pointed out examples of how I do this myself, then went on YouTube and found videos of some of the unrest in Venezuela and made her watch it. Even found a video of children being interviewed in a classroom- they said they had not had milk in so long they couldn't remember. After that I asked her some questions and got her to think. This has not come up since. If she wants something new, she has to earn it with good behavior. Going above and beyond without me asking her to definitely gives her brownie points. I can ramble on about this for days because this has been such a challenge over here, especially as a single parent (my husband left us a few years ago). You will never be alone in dealing with this difficult situation. Jehovah will help you through all of this. Keep doing what you are doing, sis. I know that He loves you and your husband for your faithful service despite your difficult circumstances.
    4 points
  14. Well ..one hurdle over ...typhoid I'd gone ..now to travel for the knee Fly out 22 may so I'm praying there are no hold ups ...terrerists on the plane or high jacking ..drunks and so forth
    4 points
  15. I have been burning up the battery on my phone today browsing old WT articles from the year I was born, plus a little refresher from the Revelation book. This is really convenient.
    4 points
  16. REALLY???? O my! 😳😳😳😳😳😳 http://homeguides.sfgate.com/angel-trumpets-poisonous-91826.html Who would have thought something as beautiful as that would be deadly. Wow!! The person with this land would have to make sure they picked up any flowers that drop....especially if they have pets 🐶 🐈. Hmmm, sounds like Satan’s world. Looks great and something to investigate (touch) to the innocent 😇 until they get in so deep they can’t get out.
    3 points
  17. Don’t act immodestly
    3 points
  18. That is correct Br. Shawn. Here is the note about some of the books. LIST OF PUBLICATIONS APPROVED FOR DISCARD [S-60-E 2/18] Any book published before 1985 except the following: “All Scripture Is Inspired of God and Beneficial” (si), Comprehensive Concordance of the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (cn), Display then discard. There are a couple of pages in what we often refer to as the “shred and destroy” list.
    3 points
  19. The same for me Brother. I have to discipline myself when studying for the WT, CLAM or personal Bible reading. I love the WOL for studying and when I come upon another article that can lead in another different direction I have to write down the name and reference and go back to it later after I have finished the particular lesson I am studying. And, then I can get 'lost' in the WT CD ROM. I have literally spent days doing research.........so self discipline is important for me to accomplish one thing at a time. Then there is field service, meetings, husband, house, etc that has to be done too. Very little time for TV or other readings. I appreciate all the spiritual food I have - what a banquet!
    3 points
  20. Hands down "Oh Jehovah.. I Trust In You". Coming in second place is "Walk By Faith, Not by Sight." We are all really excited about the Jonah movie coming up. We suspect that it will be on our favorites list as well.
    3 points
  21. I like "The Prodical Returns" because I can identify with that topic. I can´t watch "What is true love" without crying like a baby - no matter how often I´ve seen it. "Oh Jehovah...I trust in you" makes me feel like watching a Hollywood production in the cinema. "Hope for what we do not see" is my all time favourite (until now - who knows what else we can expect?) (sorry for that crazy display of my reply...I was too lazy to type the movie titles, so I coppied them from above - and that´s what turned out of it)
    3 points
  22. So sorry for such a difficult situation. Miss Bea said it quite nicely. I too will remember you in my prayers. Parenting was not a strong suit for me. Being divorced while all three were under 6 years of age there was a lot of making up for what I thought they lost out on. I did not know Jehovah at that time, nor was I introduced to him till my youngest was a few months from graduation. Needless to say, we all suffered. Ilove your idea. Reverse the damage. I will be following this closely. prayers and much patience are in order.
    3 points
  23. Flamenco dancing?...Ya! a piece of cake! You just wait until I upload my own version in about, say...2 or 300 hundred years from now! Just you wait and see!
    3 points
  24. It could be that I spent too many years working in the desert sun, I knew that I had heard the term but I haven't been in SoCal for many a year. ..
    3 points
  25. https://www.wunderground.com/glossary/ verga
    3 points
  26. I'm thinking of all of the great possibilities Can now quickly show anyone at a door some material. Sooo great.
    3 points
  27. So much for "WTS" trying to "hide" older publications...
    3 points
  28. All publications from 1970 onward are now available in Watchtower Online Library!!! This includes the Index, various books from 1970 onward (including Daniel's Prophecy and Revelation Climax thank you very much), all Awake issues from 1970 onward, and all Watchtowers from 1950 onward!!! Also, when reading the Bible online, these publications can be seen the Publication Index in the margin of a scripture. (Example Mark 3:29) I've been waiting for this for so long! I don't need to rely on my Watchtower Library on PC so much anymore. YAHOO!!
    3 points
  29. April 27th do not judge [emoji173]️[emoji173]️[emoji173]️ Sent from my LG-H918 using Tapatalk
    2 points
  30. "It’s taken a long time, many, many decades to get here," Trump said. "Let’s see what happens." He again asserted his administration's goal: "complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula." "We seek a future of peace, prosperity and harmony, unlocking a brighter future not on for the people of Korea but for the people of the world," he said. "However, in pursuit of that goal, we will not repeat the mistake of past administrations. Maximum pressure will continue until denuclearization occurs. I look forward to our meeting. It should be quite something." https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-today-04-27-18
    2 points
  31. I've never seen anything like that before..beautiful
    2 points
  32. I am among those happy few who can get lost for hours in the Similar Material tab, thereby expanding my understanding of various spiritual subjects.
    2 points
  33. Friday, April 27, 2018: Don't judge anyone.
    2 points
  34. First three days of trial of Danish Jehovah's https://www2.stetson.edu/~psteeves/relnews/180425b.html Hearings will resume after the May holidays.
    2 points
  35. I like this emoji better than the cigar one....
    2 points
  36. Perhaps Peace and Security and more chocolate for me.
    2 points
  37. Its 6.50 pm and 18C ... very typical autumn weather ..
    2 points
  38. I just finished reading STAY also. Excellent reading, but how can the author possibly top this one?! Indeed, this 2nd installment is dramatic in every sense of the word! Nevertheless, this reading only solidifies my decision to stay put in Jehovah's organization--the best one on Earth!
    2 points
  39. That's the one, thank you. I had been thinking it was verga but I talked myself out of it, kind of paralysis by analysis... That is a huge page!.definitely bookmarking it-- (Quote from page) Virga As rain falls from the cloud, it can evaporate before reaching the surface. This most frequently occurs in dry climates with dry surface conditions.
    2 points
  40. Oh yes please!!!
    2 points
  41. Thank You for posting the good news about this.
    2 points
  42. The $10,000 reward was offered in March by the NW Insurance Council and Arson Alarm Foundation.
    2 points
  43. Pjdriver

    Bill Cosby Convicted

    That’s one thing that baffles me....how some of these guys think they can do whatever they want and get away with it. Common sense has to tell you that someone going to fight back sooner or later. They must be so full of themselves (like Satan) they can’t think straight. Mans of course they have no regard for others they use and abuse. He’ll never do any time in prison. They appeal and appeal. He’s 80 years old...they’ll find a way to keep him out of jail. But I think he’ll have to dish out some big bucks.
    2 points
  44. Daughter back from school... very happy to have played a game about being a vampire turning into a bat... ok honey, come here, we need to talk
    2 points
  45. Maybe that's why they did it haha. Honestly, it's probably a constantly requested thing - WT Library for smart devices (not that windows mobile thing) AND/OR equalizing the WOL and WTL. Now... when will the WTL be downloadable on the JW Library app? (P.S. Bethel, I really want all the video transcripts in one of the libraries.. thnx bye. )
    2 points
  46. It is true that publications back to the 1950s are now searchable in WOL.
    2 points
  47. Hi Burt I only highlight these things to show man does not know how to direct his own step and is not open to any agreement, the fast pace of change etc etc in this time of the end (sometimes good points to bring out in talks) good to remind people not to get caught up in it though. Agape brother
    2 points
  48. All I know about tags I learned from ripping them off my shirts and mattresses.
    2 points
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