Appreciating our members here at JW Talk

[walkr2]

 

I don't know if it's a  "him." 

Edited December 16, 2016 by walkr2

[stuagu]

42 minutes ago, walkr2 said:

 

I don't know if it's a  "him." 

 

Altho i agree , no one should be bullied , of course not.  I hope you dont see it as that when i just highlight the title of this upbuilding thread, appreciating our members here at jwtalk. 

As has been suggested here you can approach the brother or sister directly and go further than that if you are not happy. Im sorry that you feel bullied, i know all of us , because we are not face to face can go just a little bit further than we should do in a thread ( thank you again mods for the scriptural reminders on this ) and also sometimes when we joke on here, because you cant see the brother or sisters face as theyre typing it can be taken seriously.

christain love to all. 

Gu 

[walkr2]

Altho i agree , no one should be bullied , of course not.  I hope you dont see it as that when i just highlight the title of this upbuilding thread, appreciating our members here at jwtalk. 
As has been suggested here you can approach the brother or sister directly and go further than that if you are not happy. Im sorry that you feel bullied, i know all of us , because we are not face to face can go just a little bit further than we should do in a thread ( thank you again mods for the scriptural reminders on this ) and also sometimes when we joke on here, because you cant see the brother or sisters face as theyre typing it can be taken seriously.
christain love to all. 
Gu 

Thank you very much! I appreciate your kindness!

[Rhoda]

Good to be on the forum thanks to you Dilip.Thank you to all my bros and sisters for the welcome


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[stuagu]

12 hours ago, Rhoda said:

Good to be on the forum thanks to you Dilip.Thank you to all my bros and sisters for the welcome


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Wellcome  sister naomi! 

[walkr2]

Welcome sister Naomi!

[Bob]

I have really liked Richard (Tortuga) since day one, personally, and I do not even really know why, but there is something about my brother! I will give other shout outs soon hopefully, but I have to depart now.

 

Thanks to all!

 

 

[Bob]

On ‎12‎/‎15‎/‎2016 at 1:20 PM, Tortuga said:

Do you know a lot of turtles?

 

...............

I appreciate all of the people that put up with me!

 

I really appreciate the new ones and the questions they ask, it relives my curiosity. 

 

Ha, you have a shout out from me, brother!

[Miss Bea]

I thought, name names. For me, I don't think so. You dear ones know. "Your heart, I carry it in my heart" (Thank you, Mr. cummngs) Ayway, this site in general. I live rural. Have a good  theocratic schedule. Pretty good, anyway. Before I moved to this area some 35 years ago, or so, I had close friends. The type you see and talk to readily. We knew each other's family, and loved them as our own. If I felt depressed, I'd have a big dinner and invite all sorts of friends in the congregation. We raised our kids together. Lived in town. Then my life changed. Ultimately, it's been a wonderful change, but, I was in crises, spiritually, when the transition happened. 

I'd try this way and that way to not feel like I did not have close friends in the congregation. I tried. One sister actually told me she did not want a friendship. ( She is now my dearest friend) So, I putted along. I did not give up, but I was lonely. 

We have a wonderful congregation, but, I think we are all pretty much survivors. There is social activity, but, for me to access that, it is an hour and a half on the road. Meetings, an hour and a half on the road. I've fell into my niche. I make sure I do what I can to add to the congregation, however I can. Like, service on Wednesday. We bring food, and have a wonderful lunch. I make sure the sister at whose home we meet can count on me. For something that will take a little of the pressure off her. I go out in the afternoon, and support those who need the support. 

 I have made those friends we all need. But, strange enough, (and the point of this) I do not feel alone anymore. No, I don't get, ( nor give) those friendly phone calls. I do not get company. Hardly ever. And, to be honest, I fight liking it that way. I could be happy isolated. And I know it's not good. 

But, I was going out the gate the other day, and it dawned on me, I do not feel alone. And, so much of the credit goes to you dear ones. All the aspects of being, ( giving and receiving) a friend is right here. I do not feel needy any more. You all have added so very much to my life. Each and every one of you. We see each other through good and bad times. Laugh a little. Cry a little. I get reminded of so many wonderful things. If I want to dig a little into something theocratic, the opportunity is here. Sometimes, I even get to add a little, here and there. 

So, no names. A great big, and, I do mean, big, group hug, for each and every one of you. You honor me by being in my life.

[Tortuga]

31 minutes ago, Miss Bea said:

So, no names. A great big, and, I do mean, big, group hug, for each and every one of you. You honor me by being in my life.

[Ahuvah]

Excccuuuusssyyyy me  - Miss Bea ... that person we know in common sent me that big kiss that you sent to me ... it warmed me heart it did. Thank ye kindly xxx

[Miss Bea]

Like this? Nope. Love this. Give that one a big hug from me! Ok? And, you are just so special yourself! Thing is, about our love. It just keeps circling the earth, and warming  all our hearts!  

[walkr2]

I'm not too well known, but I love the excitement of playing the word games! Miss Bea, Shawnster, and Mr. Musky (brother) ;-), Thank Y'all so much for the kind assistance I've received from you guys in different forums. I appreciate all you have done and continue to do in helping me get the hang of whatever situation I needed help in. There are others in the actual JW Talk forum as well. Patience is a virtue and you guys get the heads up in that department. May Jehovah continue to use you in any capacity that's needed to help your fellow sisters and brothers. Agape

[ChrisC]

I love the whole body of brothers and sisters that make up this forum. The arms, the ears, the shell ...

[retroHelen]

This forum has been so well moderated that you can feel secure in putting out on here you heartfelt thoughts and research and know that  if spiritual things are discussed they are respected. We are a well balanced lot with a good sense of humour and humility to keep us rubbing along OK as brothers and sisters should. 

 

I've been on here a few years now and have learned many new things and seen things I never completely understood more clearly and thought over things I once took for granted. There's been a surprising amount of interesting research and teaching suggestions shared on here, yet never overstepping the Governing Body's instructions, so It's been very enlightening and encouraging and long may it continue.

[Tonybrat]

I speak very little, but I am on this site  most days reading the fine encouraging subjects from all of you.  I really can't wait to meet each and every one of you in the New World.  I wish peace and love and Jehovah's blessing and spirit to each and every one of you.  I do not know of another site that is so well moderated.  

[kejedo]

On ‎12‎/‎21‎/‎2016 at 4:56 PM, ChrisTheConfused said:

I love the whole body of brothers and sisters that make up this forum. The arms, the ears, the shell ...

.......the stuff that  Chris tries so every one else doesn't have t0.

[Bob]

17 hours ago, anthonybrathwaite said:

I speak very little, but I am on this site  most days reading the fine encouraging subjects from all of you.  I really can't wait to meet each and every one of you in the New World.  I wish peace and love and Jehovah's blessing and spirit to each and every one of you.  I do not know of another site that is so well moderated.  

Yeah, I am in full agreement. Most members here are balanced, honest, and faithful. I like how we all can disagree without being argumentative and disagreeable. In fact, I believe this is how we learn from each other and learn new things and appreciate different points of view.

 

Yes, this place is moderated very well in my opinion. A big thanks to the moderation team!

[kejedo]

What about BOB? Inclusive of Dismal Bliss and all other given named or nick named. 

                                                                                    

[Vido]

Brother "Old"____He brings a priceless element of distilled wisdom that only comes with age.  I've been following his comments, pointed questions that trigger  still smiles of admiration. When I grow old, I want to be just like "Old".

[Vido]

And of course each and everyone of you brothers and sisters, for being such an inexhaustible reservoir of godly knowledge and insights:

 

Through  this forum, I've handled some rather challenging assignments  , gave the most beautiful comments  during meetings in my congregation.

 

Off course....I always look forward to sister Astrid's Watchtower posts.  

Being a creature of habit that I am, I would always prepare the Watchtower the morning before it is discussed ( in the past). But this post has changed all that  as I now find occasion of preparing it before she posts it in the forum, usually the Monday ( just so that I would be the 1st to comment  ( of course most of you brothers and sisters would beat me to it). This enriches my spirituality and  my comments   during the Watchtower study are a bit more robust. Thank you sister Astrid.

[Vido]

Of course the moderating staff, who ensure that everything we say is aligned to the Terms and Conditions ( by extension, Divine T&Cs), by lovingly alerting us when we go astray.

Its amazing that they keep us entertained and educated, and still find time to monitor and to maintain the site. Its because of them that we have become attached ( or for some of us addicted) to this site.....We always have something to look forward to when we awake till the time we go to sleep. I  think I speak for most of us ( though not adequately qualified) when I say that; " We love you brothers, may Jehovah continue to bless your selfless gesture, and please keep up the sterling work"

[Omoyeme]

Amen Brother Vuyani! 

[Rosalie4u]

And just like a talk we had a week ago at our Kingdom Hall, we are all "parts" of a congregation just like "parts" of a body ... so if you lose a little toe, even though it is a small part, the whole body suffers ... so we NEED all our little and big parts (participants/congregation) to help us ... just as the scriptures tell us to NOT isolate ourselves ... because we learn from each other ... we feel part of something MUCH bigger than just ourselves - part of Jehovah's organization.  Those scriptures are put there for US, to help us to endure, to encourage one another, to show love and compassion.  We may be able to help another person by what we say and sometimes it helps someone to see something in a completely different light/angle and it helps them.

 

I appreciate each and every one of you for all your comments, scripture discussions, soothing words, uplifting thoughts, jokes and banter!! 

[JudyO]

On 12/13/2016 at 5:00 PM, Shawnster said:

Moderator note:  We have decided this topic is a wonderful idea and wish to expand it to include all our members.  If you would like to show your appreciation for a certain member and want everyone to know, please feel free to post it here.

 

(Romans 12:10) In brotherly love have tender affection for one another. In showing honor to one another, take the lead. . .
 

 

Oh, Shawn! I wish I had a link back to the post where you explained how accurate it really IS to say that it's impossible for God to lie! 

 

Loved your clear line of reasoning. Thank you.