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Srecko Sostar

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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Jack Ryan in Gerrit Lösch   
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Patiently waiting for Truth in THE RAVENING WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. NEW BOOK about JWs   
    Well if she is an EX-JW and is speaking from her personal experiences, then she once wasn't of 'mainstream Christianity'.
    Everyone on this Earth will have critics, so why should she be any different. As for the hype about insight, even the CCJW / JW Org  pretended to have insight. (one example : the last part of the last day 'prophecy' in 1967 Watchtower). 
    ( I cannot understand how anyone can ignore these false prophecies. People just don't seem to see that they were given as prophecy at the time they were spoken or written. ) 
    Hence I've mentioned balance.  
    She seems concerned with the CSA within the CCJW and any JW that is not concerned about it needs to rethink their heart condition. (It's no good comparing it to the outside world of which you are no part of. You need to compare it to God's righteous standards). 
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    Granted, it is out of place, but I think what pushed this button was your comment on another topic, regarding someone as part of “mainstream Christianity”. Your view on what is “truth” and who is practicing it, is foreign to what the WT believes.  You tend to rally forth for a religion that does not share your dissection of Trinitarians vs Nontrinitarians,  and lumping the WT in with “restorationists” – “The Great Christian Awakening”. 
    Since the first century, there have always been “awake” believers in Christ.  It doesn’t take a visible, organized religious “movement” in the form of “organization” and according to men’s plan, to reveal truth.  Zech 4:6
    You have an earthly view of religion and how to practice it, and that is your choice.   Personally, I feel it contradicts worshiping “in spirit and truth”.   John 4:21-24 
    My focus remains on the Watchtower and "Israel" inside.  (Matt 10:23; Rev 11:1-3)  This corrupt organization which holds the minds of people captive, fulfills Revelation's  prophesy.  (Luke 21:24; Col 2:8; Rev 13:10)
     
     
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Patiently waiting for Truth in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    There are two facts for sure. The CCJW don't want to apologise for Child Sexual Abuse, and, the CCJW don't want to pay compensation. 
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/db994d2f8dec3cdfdbca01e8c8e28da9#financials-documents
    https://acncpubfilesprodstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public/77f70f2a-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd-153f736b-a54f-4e99-b1c0-fa9292726c2a-Financial Report-6940753c-9b1b-ea11-a811-000d3ad1cc03-2019_WTA_Annual_Report.pdf
    For those who like more secular sources and not "apostates" sources. :))
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    https://www.watchtower.exposed/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2019-financial-report-WT-of-Australia.pdf
                                                          year 2019               year 2018 
    TOTAL INCOME:                         28,156,175   .........  27,205,582
    Expenses: Donations and Overseas Aid 21,138,521........ 20,853,359
    TOTAL EXPENSES:                    29,693,500   ......... 28,384,247 
    SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) :              (1,537,325)   ........ (1,178,665)
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    Article alone is of not such interest to me after insight in financial documents. Article giving idea about where and why money is going. Speculative idea or not, that is what we can accept or not.
    Official Financial report/document giving picture of massive money income in one Branch Office (Australia) and how almost same massive amount of money was used for  Donations and Overseas Aid.   
    WT Society speaking about transparency of own activity. It would be useful to know who received Donations and Overseas Aid. Some Third World JW entities? Perhaps. For building KH and other facilities for primary benefit of WT Legal Entities and for members to be gathered under "roof" for meetings .... but in same time to giving own donations as loan repayment for real estates that stay in WT property. 
    How is possible that  millions $ DEFICIT is result of Spirit Guided Organization and Spirit Guided Elders ? :)))
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Patiently waiting for Truth in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    Article alone is of not such interest to me after insight in financial documents. Article giving idea about where and why money is going. Speculative idea or not, that is what we can accept or not.
    Official Financial report/document giving picture of massive money income in one Branch Office (Australia) and how almost same massive amount of money was used for  Donations and Overseas Aid.   
    WT Society speaking about transparency of own activity. It would be useful to know who received Donations and Overseas Aid. Some Third World JW entities? Perhaps. For building KH and other facilities for primary benefit of WT Legal Entities and for members to be gathered under "roof" for meetings .... but in same time to giving own donations as loan repayment for real estates that stay in WT property. 
    How is possible that  millions $ DEFICIT is result of Spirit Guided Organization and Spirit Guided Elders ? :)))
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Patiently waiting for Truth in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    https://www.watchtower.exposed/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2019-financial-report-WT-of-Australia.pdf
                                                          year 2019               year 2018 
    TOTAL INCOME:                         28,156,175   .........  27,205,582
    Expenses: Donations and Overseas Aid 21,138,521........ 20,853,359
    TOTAL EXPENSES:                    29,693,500   ......... 28,384,247 
    SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) :              (1,537,325)   ........ (1,178,665)
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to JJJ-AUSTRALIA in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    Unfortunately everything that doesnt support or help the WT is apostate or lies even if u show them proof.. thats what you have to deal with.
    I mean a deficit 1.5 mil after donating 26 mil to themselves how dodgy is that...
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to admin in What would you like offered on this website to make it more useful to you?   
    @biddy2331@gmail.com Please see the site guidelines above. 
    Not sure what religion you are... however can you see where the Catholics on here would also want me to ban their apostates?
    That could get endless...
    Facebook for example doesn't ban Catholic apostates (aka Protestants) and neither do I.
     
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from derek1956 in THE RAVENING WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. NEW BOOK about JWs   
    @derek1956 WT JWorg and JW members can be subjective and label others as apostates. But they cannot deny the accuracy and seriousness of the title of the book, because Jesus meant "wolves" in his flock and not in someone else’s flock. 
    Since JW members are considered to be members of precisely that one flock of Jesus, it means that "wolves" are in the flock and not outside the flock. Those who left the community are not "wolves". "Wolves" are the ones who don’t want to get out of Congregation and have interest to maneuver moves of the flock. To do that, such individuals need to be in leadership position. To promote deceit and to have influence on doctrines. 
    The greatest danger comes from inside not outside.
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Patiently waiting for Truth in THE RAVENING WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. NEW BOOK about JWs   
    @Srecko Sostar  Great comment and your last sentence says a lot. JWs are on guard against the things outside, but are in more danger from those things inside.  
    One thing I do think is this. The CCJW has some 'basic truth' / 'basic doctrine' from scripture, but it is very misleading because it misuses scripture for its own advantage.
    So thinking along the same lines, ex-JWs books also have some basic truth but may also be misleading in someway.
    Its a question of balance. derek 1956 seems to only believe the CCJW. That's his option. I prefer to keep an open mind to all incoming thought and information. 
    But, remove the 'wolves' (and certain other people) then maybe God through Christ could use the CCJW. 
     
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Space Merchant in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    These sources are generally trustworthy for information
    They often publish factual information
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Patiently waiting for Truth in THE RAVENING WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. NEW BOOK about JWs   
    @derek1956 WT JWorg and JW members can be subjective and label others as apostates. But they cannot deny the accuracy and seriousness of the title of the book, because Jesus meant "wolves" in his flock and not in someone else’s flock. 
    Since JW members are considered to be members of precisely that one flock of Jesus, it means that "wolves" are in the flock and not outside the flock. Those who left the community are not "wolves". "Wolves" are the ones who don’t want to get out of Congregation and have interest to maneuver moves of the flock. To do that, such individuals need to be in leadership position. To promote deceit and to have influence on doctrines. 
    The greatest danger comes from inside not outside.
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Patiently waiting for Truth in THE RAVENING WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. NEW BOOK about JWs   
    https://www.prweb.com/releases/former_jehovahs_witness_seeks_to_expose_the_false_teachings_of_the_watchtower_organization/prweb17200269.htm
    Former Jehovah’s Witness Seeks to Expose the False Teachings of the Watchtower Organization

    Author Refkije Royal offers prophetic words as well as research regarding Jehovah’s Witnesses in The Ravening Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: The Governing Body of the Watchtower Organization($13.49, paperback, 9781631291043; $6.99, e-book, 9781631291050).
    Royal speaks from personal experience when she informs readers about the difficulties faced by followers of the Watchtower Organization, also known as the Jehovah’s Witnesses. She calls this a “man-made religion,” and a “cult,” and is concerned by the rate of suicide and child abuse within this group.
    “The purpose of this book is for Jehovah’s Witnesses and ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses to find their way out of the Watchtower Organization,” said Royal.
    No i haven't read it, so I cannot comment on it. Just thought it might be of interest to some folks. 
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    These sources are generally trustworthy for information
    They often publish factual information
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Space Merchant in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    To find out more about the Scheme, go to www.nationalredress.gov.au or call 1800 737 377 from Australia or +61 3 6222 3455 from overseas.
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    “It is one thing to be ignorant, it is quite another to be ignorant by choice.”
    I thought of your comment when seeing this short video:
     
     
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Patiently waiting for Truth in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    To find out more about the Scheme, go to www.nationalredress.gov.au or call 1800 737 377 from Australia or +61 3 6222 3455 from overseas.
    https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/about/about-website
    About this website
    This website contains material that is sometimes confronting and distressing. Sometimes words or images can cause sadness or distress, or trigger traumatic memories for people, particularly people who have experienced past abuse or childhood trauma.
    For some people, these responses can be overwhelming. If you need immediate help or counselling, 24/7 support is available. Redress Support Services are also available to provide advice or support before, during and after you apply for redress.
    Language
    This website tries to use inclusive, restorative and non-derogatory language. Many of the commonly used words and phrases have shortcomings and we hope that no one feels excluded, misrepresented or offended. Please tell us your feedback about the website and how to improve it.
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    What website?  You claim it is right-centered bias, but have given no examples.  
     
     
     
     
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to JJJ-AUSTRALIA in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    I doubt they care about Jehovah's name getting publicly shame, better off that than lossing money helping victims.... 🤑🤑🤑
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    If you trust that the WT intends to join in the redress scheme at the last minute (deadline June 30), you may be the one who is pretty naive.   
    "The Australian Government expects every institution in which the sexual abuse of children occurred to be accountable for that abuse and join the National Redress Scheme (the Scheme) and provide redress.
    The Australian Government and all state and territory governments have agreed that institutions named in the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse report or named in an application received by the Scheme must provide a clear written statement setting out their intention to join the Scheme by no later than 30 June 2020. These institutions will be expected to join as soon as possible, but no later than 31 December 2020. This additional time reflects the maximum time needed to complete the on-boarding process and recognises the reduced capacity of many institutions due to the coronavirus pandemic.
    If by 30 June 2020 an institution has failed to signify its intention to join the Scheme, it will be immediately publicly identified by the Scheme in accordance with Scheme legislation and jurisdictions will consider other appropriate action. This may include financial sanctions applied by state, territory or Commonwealth governments, and changes to an organisation's charitable status. Naming institutions is necessary to ensure that people wanting to access the Scheme know the status of relevant institutions."  https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/institutions/institutions-have-not-yet-joined
     
    As of May 28th, the WT had no intention of joining in.
    https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/2020-05/institutions-not-yet-joined-scheme-update-28-may-2020.pdf
    It looks like the lost, abused sheep are just not that important to the organization.  Money takes priority.  
     
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    Srecko Sostar reacted to Witness in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    That’s actually a very sobering thought.   It truly is a “war” between truth and lies.  
    Jesus rides on the side of God’s Truth (Rev 19:11), not “truth” as defined by men who lean on a few valid and truthful doctrines, but spout off a plethora of false ones.  (Rev 19:19)
    Yet, it is only God’s truth and righteousness, that will win out in the end.  (Rev 19:20,21)
    “Look, I am coming soon, and my reward is with me to repay each person according to his work. 13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end.
    14 “Blessed are those who wash their robes,  so that they may have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by the gates. 15 Outside are the dogs, the sorcerers, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters, and everyone who loves and practices falsehood."  Rev 22:12-15
     
     
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    Srecko Sostar got a reaction from Nathaniel Compton in "SPECIAL INVESTIGATION INTO JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES"   
    Than, what you think about idea to ask directly WT Australasia or GB? Perhaps you as JW member have good chance to receive information about whole situation. :))
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