Wednesday, Feb 28 - The Peter class

[Watchman]

This means everlasting life.—John 17:3.

Jehovah promises that those who obey him will have “everlasting life.” (Rom. 6:23) When we meditate on what Jehovah is offering us, our love for him certainly grows stronger. Just think: Our heavenly Father loves us so deeply that we will never be separated from him. God’s promise of everlasting life helps us to endure our current trials. Even when our enemies threaten us with death, we will not compromise. Why? In part because we know that if we die faithful to Jehovah, he will raise us from the dead with the prospect of never dying. (John 5:28, 29; 1 Cor. 15:55-58; Heb. 2:15) We know that Jehovah is able to keep us alive forever because he is the Source of life and he lives forever. (Ps. 36:9) The Bible confirms that Jehovah has always existed and will always exist.—Ps. 90:2; 102:12, 24, 27. w22.12 2 ¶1-3

Immediately after the Passover and Evening Meal had concluded, they went out to the Mount of Olives and Jesus began to prepare his apostles for what was about to happen. Judas had already gone out and was making his arrangements. Jesus told them they were all going to be scattered. It was even so written. But Peter protested and insisted that even if all the others were stumbled he would not be. Peter boasted that he was ready to go to prison and face death. Then Jesus prophesied about Peter, telling him: "Truly I say to you, on this night, before a rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” And as the record testifies just a few hours later Peter denied knowing Jesus three times.

The leaders of the Watchtower like to think of themselves as modern-day apostles. That being so, they would do well to call to mind some of the stupid things the apostles did, especially Peter. Is it really wise to make such boasts as appear in the Daily Text? "Even when our enemies threaten us with death, we will not compromise." Really? How do you know you will not compromise? I doubt that anyone among the Governing Body or Bethel family worldwide has ever been threatened with death---at least not in connection with their faith. Where does that big talk come from? It sounds very Peterish to me.

Besides, the threat of death is not the only way the Devil tries to get us to compromise. He can tempt us in various ways. Sometimes Satan is nice. The Tempter offered Jesus all of the kingdoms of the world in exchange for a small act of worship. Not a bad deal. Did the Devil offer the Watchtower money to promote the vaccines? The truth will come out one way or the other, but confession would be the best course. But we will follow the Watchtower's advice and wait on Jehovah.

But as regards this cocksureness, that we will never compromise even when threatened with death, it is wise that we not boast of such an outcome until we are threatened with death; or better yet, when we are actually killed then we can boast that we did not compromise.

The Watchtower is more like Peter in other ways too, besides the vain boasting. On one occasion when Jesus was explaining to his disciples that he was going to be handed over and suffer many things and be put to death, Peter interrupted him and tried to correct Christ, saying to him: “Be kind to yourself, Lord; you will not have this happen to you at all." Jesus sternly rebuked him for his ignorance and for trying to dissuade him from his mission of self-sacrifice.

In many ways, the leaders of the Watchtower display the same appalling ignorance. Just as Peter wished for Jesus, they have been very kind to themselves and presume they will escape the outcome that is destined by prophecy. I propose that the Watchtower phase out the "John class" nomenclature and institute a new apostolic-sounding designation for the Governing Body: The Peter class.

Psalms #22 – My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?

One of the last things Jesus said before he breathed his last breath is what was recorded a thousand years before in the opening verse of the 22nd Psalm: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” It is impossible for

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Psalms #11 – The upright will see his face

Being an Israelite David knew the history. He undoubtedly knew the story of his fellow shepherd, Moses, and his close encounter with Jehovah atop Mount Sinai, when Moses requested to see God’s face.

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Those about to be killed

Thursday, May 4 Whoever eats the loaf or drinks the cup of the Lord unworthily will be guilty respecting the body and the blood of the Lord.—1 Cor. 11:27. What point is the apostle Paul here making? An anointed Christian would partake unworthily if he did not maintain a good relationship

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[J&P]

Peter protested and insisted that even if all the others were stumbled he would not be. Peter boasted that he was ready to go to prison and face death. Then Jesus prophesied about Peter, telling him: "Truly I say to you, on this night, before a rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” And as the record testifies just a few hours later Peter denied knowing Jesus three times.The leaders of the Watchtower like to think of themselves as modern-day apostles. That being so, they would do well to call to mind some of the stupid things the apostles did, especially Peter. Is it really wise to make such boasts as appear in the Daily Text? "Even when our enemies threaten us with death, we will not compromise." Really? How do you know you will not compromise? I doubt that anyone among the Governing Body or Bethel family worldwide has ever been threatened with death---at least not in connection with their faith. Where does that big talk come from? It sounds very Peterish to me.

In many ways, the leaders of the Watchtower display the same appalling ignorance. Just as Peter wished for Jesus, they have been very kind to themselves and presume they will escape the outcome that is destined by prophecy. I propose that the Watchtower phase out the "John class" nomenclature and institute a new apostolic-sounding designation for the Governing Body: The Peter class.

Interesting analysis!
You have a unique way of looking below the surface of what's said by the WT and it's that perspective which has enabled us to bring things into a clearer focus.

 

[Watchman]

Interesting analysis! You have a unique way of looking below the surface of what's said by the WT and it's that perspective which has enabled us to bring things into a clearer focus.

I wish I were not necessary. I wish they were honest and true to God. But if they were I would have to find a new occupation.

 

[BARNABY THE DOG.]

Immediately after the Passover and Evening Meal had concluded, they went out to the Mount of Olives and Jesus began to prepare his apostles for what was about to happen. Judas had already gone out and was making his arrangements. Jesus told them they were all going to be scattered. It was even so written. But Peter protested and insisted that even if all the others were stumbled he would not be. Peter boasted that he was ready to go to prison and face death. Then Jesus prophesied about Peter, telling him: "Truly I say to you, on this night, before a rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” And as the record testifies just a few hours later Peter denied knowing Jesus three times.

The leaders of the Watchtower like to think of themselves as modern-day apostles. That being so, they would do well to call to mind some of the stupid things the apostles did, especially Peter. Is it really wise to make such boasts as appear in the Daily Text? "Even when our enemies threaten us with death, we will not compromise." Really? How do you know you will not compromise? I doubt that anyone among the Governing Body or Bethel family worldwide has ever been threatened with death---at least not in connection with their faith. Where does that big talk come from? It sounds very Peterish to me.

Besides, the threat of death is not the only way the Devil tries to get us to compromise. He can tempt us in various ways. Sometimes Satan is nice. The Tempter offered Jesus all of the kingdoms of the world in exchange for a small act of worship. Not a bad deal. Did the Devil offer the Watchtower money to promote the vaccines? The truth will come out one way or the other, but confession would be the best course. But we will follow the Watchtower's advice and wait on Jehovah.

But as regards this cocksureness, that we will never compromise even when threatened with death, it is wise that we not boast of such an outcome until we are threatened with death; or better yet, when we are actually killed then we can boast that we did not compromise.

The Watchtower is more like Peter in other ways too, besides the vain boasting. On one occasion when Jesus was explaining to his disciples that he was going to be handed over and suffer many things and be put to death, Peter interrupted him and tried to correct Christ, saying to him: “Be kind to yourself, Lord; you will not have this happen to you at all." Jesus sternly rebuked him for his ignorance and for trying to dissuade him from his mission of self-sacrifice.

In many ways, the leaders of the Watchtower display the same appalling ignorance. Just as Peter wished for Jesus, they have been very kind to themselves and presume they will escape the outcome that is destined by prophecy. I propose that the Watchtower phase out the "John class" nomenclature and institute a new apostolic-sounding designation for the Governing Body: The Peter class.

Psalms #22 – My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?

One of the last things Jesus said before he breathed his last breath is what was recorded a thousand years before in the opening verse of the 22nd Psalm: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” It is impossible for

e-watchman.com

Psalms #11 – The upright will see his face

Being an Israelite David knew the history. He undoubtedly knew the story of his fellow shepherd, Moses, and his close encounter with Jehovah atop Mount Sinai, when Moses requested to see God’s face.

e-watchman.com

Those about to be killed

Thursday, May 4 Whoever eats the loaf or drinks the cup of the Lord unworthily will be guilty respecting the body and the blood of the Lord.—1 Cor. 11:27. What point is the apostle Paul here making? An anointed Christian would partake unworthily if he did not maintain a good relationship

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This is true on so many levels. I was speaking with a sister in Holland only the other day and she pointed out the act of courage as being part of the holistic understanding of Jehovah, rather it seems, than of one’s own making or volition. This is an important aspect of the spirit in that it gives us strength in our courage; something that is reliable because it is based on the understanding of what constitutes faith - ergo, more than a belief, but a physical grasp of the holistic and inclusive the Way of Jehovah - the primary substance being Love.

Now watchtower GB do not have that, as you point out in your article. They say the words, but have not the scriptural insight to support it - as with Peter, he failed on that night; he did not see the sacrifice required. When he did, he “wept bitterly”. As I was told, watchtower do not support the holistic content in the encompassment of faith required for us to endure with courage in the Hope. Neither it seems, do they possess it themselves if Winder is anything to go by. He sees unpreparedness in spirit as being Jehovah’s fault. True courage appears to be an outcome of holistic understanding in the entirety of the spirit as described in the Word - a gathering of love within the spirit, rather than just a simple intent to refuse a compromise that is unsupported by an understanding of what it means. There is no food in watchtowers larder any longer. It’s dried up. Withered on the vine.

 

[PJ54]

The thing with Peter is at least he was able to be redeemed. Judas not so much....

 

[J&P]

This is true on so many levels. I was speaking with a sister in Holland only the other day and she pointed out the act of courage as being part of the holistic understanding of Jehovah, rather it seems, than of one’s own making or volition. This is an important aspect of the spirit in that it gives us strength in our courage; something that is reliable because it is based on the understanding of what constitutes faith - ergo, more than a belief, but a physical grasp of the holistic and inclusive the Way of Jehovah - the primary substance being Love.

Now watchtower GB do not have that, as you point out in your article. They say the words, but have not the scriptural insight to support it - as with Peter, he failed on that night; he did not see the sacrifice required. When he did, he “wept bitterly”. As I was told, watchtower do not support the holistic content in the encompassment of faith required for us to endure with courage in the Hope. Neither it seems, do they possess it themselves if Winder is anything to go by. He sees unpreparedness in spirit as being Jehovah’s fault. True courage appears to be an outcome of holistic understanding in the entirety of the spirit as described in the Word - a gathering of love within the spirit, rather than just a simple intent to refuse a compromise that is unsupported by an understanding of what it means. There is no food in watchtowers larder any longer. It’s dried up. Withered on the vine.

We looked up the definition of holistic just to get the broad understanding. Interesting, to say the least.

1. characterized by the belief that the parts of something are interconnected and can be explained only by reference to the whole.
   "the solution demands a holistic approach and a strategic vision of what can be achieved"
   
   • MEDICINE
     characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of an illness.
     "many people conclude that holistic medicines are beneficial"

 

[BARNABY THE DOG.]

We looked up the definition of holistic just to get the broad understanding. Interesting, to say the least.

1. characterized by the belief that the parts of something are interconnected and can be explained only by reference to the whole.
   "the solution demands a holistic approach and a strategic vision of what can be achieved"
   
   • MEDICINE
     characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of an illness.
     "many people conclude that holistic medicines are beneficial"

Very true. I found it very interesting how it was explained to me and it reflects the scripture that suggests without “love” (love of what, precisely, is the question here) and the answer is, of course, the “Way”. Why is love the “Way” without which we have nothing? Thus clearly it appears that courage as a constituent part of love, it extends throughout every aspect of the attributes of the spirit and is a “binder“ (perhaps like gluten in the bread (of life)) that comprises the whole. Now that would give a person “courage” to endure because the whole picture is seen. Rather like Paul said, that ”for now we see through a glass darkly, …..“ but that at the resurrection we shall understand the whole of it. Yet given his insight, the essence of what courage may refer to as its source of inspiration and strength becomes a little clearer in what we must understand to employ it fully when the time comes.

 

[Paul H]

DAGTEKST 28 FEB. 2024 – DE PETRUSKLASSE

Dagtekst woensdag 28 februari 2024 Dit betekent eeuwig leven. — Joh. 17:3. Jehovah belooft dat mensen die hem gehoorzamen ‘eeuwig leven’ krijgen (Rom. 6:23). Als je mediteert over wat Jehovah je wil geven, wordt je liefde

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Then Jesus prophesied about Peter, telling him: "Truly I say to you, on this night, before a rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” And as the record testifies just a few hours later Peter denied knowing Jesus three times.


Is it really wise to make such boasts as appear in the Daily Text? "Even when our enemies threaten us with death, we will not compromise." Really? How do you know you will not compromise? I doubt that anyone among the Governing Body or Bethel family worldwide has ever been threatened with death---at least not in connection with their faith.


Did the Devil offer the Watchtower money to promote the vaccines? The truth will come out one way or the other, but confession would be the best course.



But as regards this cocksureness, that we will never compromise even when threatened with death, it is wise that we not boast of such an outcome until we are threatened with death; or better yet, when we are actually killed then we can boast that we did not compromise.

 

[J&P]

Did the Devil offer the Watchtower money to promote the vaccines? The truth will come out one way or the other, but confession would be the best course.

Uh-oh!
You know what they say about "bad association"?
In fact, we had to take a closer look at watchman's hand position to make sure he wasn't compromised.

 

[Watchman]

The thing with Peter is at least he was able to be redeemed. Judas not so much....

Yeah, there are really two classes. The Peter class and the Judas class.

 

[BARNABY THE DOG.]

Yeah, there are really two classes. The Peter class and the Judas class.

And the GB are in both of them, plus the thief class, the lawless class, the poor shepherd class, the Real Estate class, the misleading the sheep class, the shares in armaments class, the United Nations Library Members Class, The luxury Apartment and first class travel club class, and of course, the Vaccinated Class, and the latest one, the Winder “It’s nothing to do with us, the fault is in the channel class” - to name but a few.