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12-18-2008, 10:32 AM
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so they were brainwashed before with the false prophecies, and now they're not right?
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Originally Posted by alicenevada
That would be brainwashing, so no.
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12-18-2008, 10:35 AM
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If I found one thing contrary to the word of God in the beliefs I hold dear, I would abandon that belief. As of yet, I have not. .
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That is all well and good, but what about the person who taught you those beliefs to begin with? Should they be held somewhat accountable? |
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12-18-2008, 10:36 AM
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That is all well and good, but what about the person who taught you those beliefs to begin with? Should they be held somewhat accountable?
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Why don't we let God grab the millstone...  |
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12-18-2008, 10:38 AM
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Location: Pleasant Shade Tn
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That is all well and good, but what about the person who taught you those beliefs to begin with? Should they be held somewhat accountable?
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Since you don't believe in researching things for yourself, I can see why you would make this statement. However, I came to a dedication based on my own study of the scriptures. So there isnt any other human who can be blamed but myself.  |
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12-18-2008, 10:39 AM
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Why don't we let God grab the millstone... |
Are you stating that my beliefs are naturally going to result in my death? Can you name something I am practicing or believing that qualifies me for death, in your eyes? I find that very disturbing.  |
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12-18-2008, 10:43 AM
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Since you don't believe in researching things for yourself, I can see why you would make this statement. However, I came to a dedication based on my own study of the scriptures. So there isnt any other human who can be blamed but myself. |
I have researched numerous things for myself and they all back up what I have already stated earlier. |
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12-18-2008, 10:45 AM
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Are you stating that my beliefs are naturally going to result in my death? Can you name something I am practicing or believing that qualifies me for death, in your eyes? I find that very disturbing. |
No, it was a "rebuke" telling the others not to judge, and to let God do the judging. I don't know enough about the JW's to form a opinion one way or the other. I just get so irritated when so called Christians belittle another person's beliefs and walk with God. It reminds me of the Pharisees of Jesus time. You know, "the holier than thou" crowd.
So sorry if you were offended by my remarks, but it was not my intention at all in the slightest degree. |
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12-18-2008, 10:47 AM
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Good, so like me, you have confidence in your beliefs. And you feel that you receive God's blessings due to that, right? No one can ask for more than that. As a matter of fact, in our ministry, when we are confronted by someone who wants to debate, that's one of the things we ask: Are you happy with your beliefs? If the answer is 'yes', there is nothing further to say.
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12-18-2008, 10:48 AM
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My beliefs are by faith only, not sight. I don't need to research them to make me believe, I already believe. I research in order to debunk what certain religions are passing off as christian.
If there were no encyclopedia brittanica at all, I still would believe the way I do, based upon my study of the bible.
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12-18-2008, 10:48 AM
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Location: Pleasant Shade Tn
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No, it was a "rebuke" telling the others not to judge, and to let God do the judging. I don't know enough about the JW's to form a opinion one way or the other. I just get so irritated when so called Christians belittle another person's beliefs and walk with God. It reminds me of the Pharisees of Jesus time. You know, "the holier than thou" crowd.
So sorry if you were offended by my remarks, but it was not my intention at all in the slightest degree. |
Thanks so much. Silly me for assuming the worst. I agree with everything you said. |
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