It's been a while :-)

[**bustysinclaire**]

https://www.jw.org/en/publications/magazines/watchtower-no1-2018-jan-feb/bible-guidance-relevant/

A topic that is being offered for discussion this month. Some may find it interesting xxx

[northy.says.no.to.bullying]

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@**bustysinclaire** wrote:

 

https://www.jw.org/en/publications/magazines/g201304/i-am-convinced-that-life-was-designed-by-god/

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That took some reading. Can I ask Linda, when did you become a JW?

[**bustysinclaire**]

King in the north, 1992 xx


Tuesday, August 21
Do not let sin continue to rule as king in your mortal bodies.​—Rom. 6:12.
Before we became Christians, we often sinned, perhaps not realizing how wrong or bad our actions were in God’s eyes. We were like “slaves to uncleanness and lawlessness.” It could be said that we “were slaves of sin.” (Rom. 6:19, 20) Then we came to know Bible truth, made changes in our lives, dedicated ourselves to God, and got baptized. We “were set free from sin,” and we “became slaves to righteousness.” (Rom. 6:17, 18) Yet, we could “let sin continue to rule” by doing whatever our imperfect body moves us to do. Because we can “let” sin rule or refuse to let it rule, the question is, What do we really want at heart? Ask yourself: ‘At times, do I let my imperfect body or mind point me in a bad direction and then go there? Or am I dead with reference to sin?’ It really comes down to how much we appreciate the undeserved kindness God has shown by forgiving us.

[cee-dee]

You've certainly been pointed in a bad direction.

All religions pick and choose what they claim to be the "right" way, much of it is "wrong".

[astrologica]

Hello Busty....Do you think you could answer the question I asked on 3-8-18?

[astrologica]

The question in post no 267.

[cee-dee]

Ha ha, the answer will either be "no" or there'll be no answer at all!

[Anonymous]

[**bustysinclaire**]

Harry. 😀

How can I find the true Religion?

The Bible’s answer
Illustrating how to tell the difference between those who practice true religion and those who do not, the Bible says: “By their fruits you will recognize them. Never do people gather grapes from thorns or figs from thistles, do they?” (Matthew 7:16) Just as you can distinguish a grapevine from a thornbush by what it produces, you can distinguish true religion from false by its fruits, or by these identifying features.
True religion teaches the truth that is based on the Bible, not on human philosophies. (John 4:24; 17:17) This includes religious truths about the soul and the hope of everlasting life on a paradise earth. (Psalm 37:29; Isaiah 35:5, 6; Ezekiel 18:4) It also does not hold back from exposing religious falsehood.—Matthew 15:9; 23:27, 28.
True religion helps people to know God, including teaching them his name, Jehovah. (Psalm 83:18; Isaiah 42:8; John 17:3, 6) It does not teach that he is incomprehensible or aloof; rather, it teaches that he wants us to have a relationship with him.—James 4:8.
True religion highlights Jesus Christ as the one through whom God grants salvation. (Acts 4:10, 12) Its members obey Jesus’ commands and strive to follow his example.—John 13:15; 15:14.
True religion focuses on God’s Kingdom as mankind’s only hope. Its members actively tell others about that Kingdom.—Matthew 10:7; 24:14.
True religion promotes unselfish love. (John 13:35) It teaches respect for all ethnic groups and welcomes people from all races, cultures, languages, and backgrounds. (Acts 10:34, 35) Moved by love, its members do not go to war.—Micah 4:3; 1 John 3:11, 12.
True religion has no paid clergy, and it does not give high-sounding religious titles to any of its members.—Matthew 23:8-12; 1 Peter 5:2, 3.
True religion is completely neutral in political affairs. (John 17:16; 18:36) However, its members respect and obey the government where they live, in harmony with the Bible’s command: “Pay back Caesar’s things to Caesar [representing the civil authority], but God’s things to God.”—Mark 12:17; Romans 13:1, 2.
True religion is a way of life, not just a ritual or a formality. Its members adhere to the Bible’s high moral standards in all aspects of life. (Ephesians 5:3-5; 1 John 3:18) Rather than being grim, though, they find joy in worshipping “the happy God.”—1 Timothy 1:11.
Those who practice true religion will be in the minority. (Matthew 7:13, 14) Members of the true religion are often looked down on, ridiculed, and persecuted for doing God’s will.—Matthew 5:10-12.
True religion is not just ‘the right religion for me’
There is a danger in choosing a religion based solely on how it makes us feel. The Bible foretold a time when people would “surround themselves with [religious] teachers to have their ears tickled.” (2 Timothy 4:3) In contrast, the Bible encourages us to follow “the religion that is clean and undefiled from the standpoint of our God and Father,” even if that religion is unpopular.—James 1:27, footnote; John 15:18, 19.

[cee-dee]

Religion? It all came from the mind of man.

It has alway been and continues to be one of the most destructive unnatural forces the World has ever seen.

[Anonymous]

You two are hell bent on continuing this fight aren't you. Like the Pitbulls, you just can't let go.

And then we wonder why this world isn't more peaceful.................................................

Busty you keep knocking on the same door. I'm sure that is not really how it should be done.

And true to form CD keeps shutting it in your face.

[cee-dee]

It can't be peaceful with all this wickedness in the World? Just take a step or two back then take a long hard look at what's behind the terrible things going on? You'll find something beginning with.... R. 

[suzieseaside]

 

[Anonymous]

CD, That may be true, still....

Do you think that kicking against it is solving anything?

Do you see that working anywhere in the world?

Has Busty backed off yet?

Will she ever?

Or is she just like you Or are you just like her....................a dog with a bone between its teeth......................

You keep battering each other till one of you gives up, gives in, drops dead?...What does either of you want to achieve here.

You both drove your car into a dead end but you keep driving into the wall, somehow trying to make the wall disappear.

The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results

[cee-dee]

So many questions, how about you answer a few of those?

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is something people have when they have obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviour. When you think about it, you could put the OCD label on nearly everything we do, well, just with a leeeetle twist?

I'm not battering busty. As a person she seems OK, OK that is until R gets mentioned.

Now how about busty answering the many questions asked of her that she's ignored or "replied" to with another series of OCD links?

[northy.says.no.to.bullying]

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@**bustysinclaire** wrote:
King in the north, 1992 xx

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That's not entirely consistent with my memories of our late night chats when the original nags head was open. Is being a JW something that becomes more consuming with age?

[**bustysinclaire**]

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@northy.says.no.to.bullying wrote:

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@**bustysinclaire** wrote:
King in the north, 1992 xx

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That's not entirely consistent with my memories of our late night chats when the original nags head was open. Is being a JW something that becomes more consuming with age?

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Really xx hows that?  and may I ask who were you back then, I dont recall the nags head TBH xx

[**bustysinclaire**]

You two are hell bent on continuing this fight aren't you. Like the Pitbulls, you just can't let go.

And then we wonder why this world isn't more peaceful.................................................

Busty you keep knocking on the same door. I'm sure that is not really how it should be done.

And true to form CD keeps shutting it in your face.

Harry   I wasn't aware I was fighting, and certainly not as a dog fight with CD, I have just been posting some information in line with the OP, I gave up posting specifics with CD because it iis clear he will never take an interest.

It is nothing like knocking individual doors, this is a public written communication board.  

If you wish to compare it with something, I would suggest, its more like leaving a mag or leaflet in a public place, Dr's surgery maybe, where it may catch someones attention and if  they like what they read they look further and if they don't they put it down and forget it. There maybe someone who does become more interested.

There maybe lurkers who are interested.

Has Busty backed off yet?

Will she ever?

Or is she just like you Or are you just like her....................a dog with a bone between its teeth.................... 

You keep battering each other till one of you gives up, gives in, drops dead?...What does either of you want to achieve here.

You both drove your car into a dead end but you keep driving into the wall, somehow trying to make the wall disappear.

The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results

Nothing to back off from Harry,  as I said Im not in a fight, and if CD feels the need to continue it is up to him. I'm not directing anything his way really. not anymore. xx His claims that I don't or haven't answered questions is not the case, I have but whatever he has been answered his comeback is "that is no answer". It is CD that tries to keep things repeated. 

I accept and respect everyones differing opinions.xx

[**bustysinclaire**]

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@**bustysinclaire** wrote:

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@northy.says.no.to.bullying wrote:

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@**bustysinclaire** wrote:
King in the north, 1992 xx

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That's not entirely consistent with my memories of our late night chats when the original nags head was open. Is being a JW something that becomes more consuming with age?

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Really xx hows that?  and may I ask who were you back then, I dont recall the nags head TBH xx

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it would be nice to hear you are a certain poster xx

[Anonymous]

There maybe lurkers who are interested.

Hmmmm, Busty.....sadly in all the time you have been posting your stuff they have not made themselves known on here .............................surely they would have if they were really interested wouldn't you think?

[**bustysinclaire**]

Not necessarily harry, if for instance they read some of the links there is plenty of information on where to go for reliable continued information and answers. The encouragement is to seek out your local kingdom hall and JWs, or visit JW.org.

Would you want to admit your deep interest on here in amongst some very hostile opposition and ridicule? Some how I don't think so xxx