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Post by Is it true on Aug 1, 2007 3:13:05 GMT -5
Brad,
Is it true the workers dumped you off at your folks when you were too worn out to help the workers anymore?
-Is it true?
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Post by is brad possessed on Aug 1, 2007 5:22:05 GMT -5
Maybe Brad is demon possessed?
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Post by Is this true Brad on Aug 1, 2007 6:12:35 GMT -5
I heard from someone that Brad got kicked out for fiddling with little kids. Is that true Brad?
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Post by gloryintruth on Aug 1, 2007 6:49:55 GMT -5
[Someone Wrote] I heard from someone that Brad got kicked out for fiddling with little kids. Is that true Brad?
[Someone Else Wrote] Maybe Brad is demon possessed?
Make no mistake. I think Brad's writings on this forum are odious. I find his monotonous rants to border on mania, and the content of his posts, hate-speech. It would be a lie to say that I find Brad's attitude, perspective and efforts anything other than utterly and completely obnoxious.
However, I do not think the above comments help the situation much - even though I understand what these anonymous posters are trying to achieve; that is to say, giving Brad a "taste of his own medicine", as it were. I have often been tempted to do the same - to say the kinds of things to Brad that he says to others; to make HIM feel as he has made ME feel on numerous occassions. One cannot overly blame this anonymous poster for giving into such temptation.
But let us be careful of breaching a certain moral boundary ourselves, of violating a particular ethic. We know Brad is a piece of work, but to be suggestive in regards to his sexuality (which we are not in a position to understand), and in regards to his soul (which remains in the hands of God) is not our place, as commanded by the Holy Scripture.
It is, after all, easy for the tone of our comments to sink downwards on the TMB, but it requires all the more effort to push upwards and to demonstrate restraint. No one will ever know the effort and work we put into restraining ourselves, and doing to others what they have not done to us. I know I have written many a post I have never submitted because it served no edifying purpose. And I know that many posts I have submitted should not have been (eg. my recent post to Jessi). For I am not perfect in this regard.
The first rule of carnal nature: Treat others as they treat us. The first rule of interpersonal relations as taught to us by Christ: Do unto others as you would like for it to be done to you. I fear that I do not see much of this "golden rule" shown on the TMB, and I know I am not guiltless.
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Post by Scott Ross on Aug 1, 2007 7:28:15 GMT -5
Hi GIT, In which book was it that Jesus said these words? Edited: This is from Mathew 7 verse 12, and Luke 6 verse 31 Off the top of my head I couldn't remember.... ...The first rule of interpersonal relations as taught to us by Christ: Do unto others as you would like for it to be done to you. I fear that I do not see much of this "golden rule" shown on the TMB, and I know I am not guiltless..... As with most things, we find what we are looking for on these boards. I actually find quite a few posters who follow the golden rule on the TMB. Those who do are the ones I feel are showing the true Christian spirit toward the rest of us. There is a lot of the other folks here also. I also wish (as you do) that people here could treat each other better. Although I don't agree with someone on certain issues, I do respect them for how and what they may believe. Scott
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Post by Brad Lewis on Aug 1, 2007 18:26:26 GMT -5
Brad, Is it true the workers dumped you off at your folks when you were too worn out to help the workers anymore? -Is it true? Thanks for asking. Yes, it is true. Fortunately (in a sad way) my mom has had two or three nervous breakdowns and recognized my symptoms almost immediately. I was compelled to lie down on a bed and to quit thinking. This helps with problems of believing multiple contradicting lies. Curtis Jacobsen actually came over to visit once. He was the only one that came to see me when I was sick. It is typical for workers to get dumped off somewhere when they are sick and no longer of use to them. Things that helped my nerves heal: Working with my hands Working and receiving compensation for it (builds a feeling that you're worth something) working in gardens. Doing practical things. It was very hard on my folks. I had a lot of questions that they could not answer and it was scary for them. That the was the first time I saw my dad scared. He had no answers to help with. I planted a garden, that helped. I really believe in the "if you don't work, you don't eat" saying. I thank God for getting me out of the destructive worker mentality and bringing real life into focus. As a worker, I was very disconnected with the reality of everyday living. Thank God the workers dumped me off like they did. It helped me to see them for who they really are. Thanks again for asking. God bless you Brad
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Post by wanttobewithGod on Aug 2, 2007 0:31:08 GMT -5
GIT, I have given into that temptation a bit myself,but I couldn't agree with your post more. M.
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Post by 3 on Aug 2, 2007 8:43:38 GMT -5
Brad: I think everyone of us on the TMB can empathize with you as we attempt to comprehend the difficulties you encountered while leaving the work and since then. Being a worker requires extreme fortitude. The type of fortitude I'm referring to is: That strength or firmness of mind which enables a person to encounter danger with coolness and courage, or to bear pain or adversity without murmuring, depression, or despondency; passive courage; resolute endurance; firmness in confronting or bearing up against danger or enduring trouble. If such fortitude cannot be mustered 24/7, then the worker is simply not 'able' for the work and is let go. I see nothing shameful in leaving the work. Unfortunately those that do (leave the work) often carry a label of 'damaged goods' or 'bad nerves' or 'simply not strong enough' for the rest of their days. In reality, I see those who leave the work as being human (a good thing) & those who are able to stay in the work as being part human/part ? because their lifestyle is so strained & difficult. You have gone through many difficulties and I would encourage you to find someone who can help guide you through the maze of conflicting emotions, anger, abandonment, etc. you must be feeling on a daily basis.
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Post by TMS on Aug 2, 2007 19:40:59 GMT -5
Brad, Is it true the workers dumped you off at your folks when you were too worn out to help the workers anymore? -Is it true? Thanks for asking. Yes, it is true. Fortunately (in a sad way) my mom has had two or three nervous breakdowns and recognized my symptoms almost immediately. I was compelled to lie down on a bed and to quit thinking. This helps with problems of believing multiple contradicting lies. Curtis Jacobsen actually came over to visit once. He was the only one that came to see me when I was sick. It is typical for workers to get dumped off somewhere when they are sick and no longer of use to them. Things that helped my nerves heal: Working with my hands Working and receiving compensation for it (builds a feeling that you're worth something) working in gardens. Doing practical things. It was very hard on my folks. I had a lot of questions that they could not answer and it was scary for them. That the was the first time I saw my dad scared. He had no answers to help with. I planted a garden, that helped. I really believe in the "if you don't work, you don't eat" saying. I thank God for getting me out of the destructive worker mentality and bringing real life into focus. As a worker, I was very disconnected with the reality of everyday living. Thank God the workers dumped me off like they did. It helped me to see them for who they really are. Thanks again for asking. God bless you Brad I think it is good that brad realized his limitations and feelings. I am also glad that his mom understood where he was coming from to help him out in the nick of time. I know that on her side of the family it is heridary to have nervous breakdowns. Alot of nervous breakdowns are hereditary. My mom had a nervous breakdown when she was about 30. (that is what they called them back then) and also she had 3 daughters. All 3 of us have had episodes of prolonged depression at different periods in our lives. I think depression and anxiety, etc..can be partially heriditary, and when you are in a stressful situation it can bring those things about. I suffer from anxiety and I keep it in check with trying to keep stress to a minimum and exercise..alot of the tips that Brad mentioned. So, I don't think we should make an issue out of someone leaving the work for nerves, this is very common and if I was a worker, trust me - I would of been dumped off at my parents as well. I cannot sleep in other peoples beds just for the weekend unless I take sleeping pills-imagine doing it every night for years and years. Impossible.
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Post by Carlos on Aug 2, 2007 21:20:09 GMT -5
Brad, Is it true the workers dumped you off at your folks when you were too worn out to help the workers anymore? -Is it true? When I was in college, my roommate suffered a mental breakdown one quarter. I drove him to his parents house because they were the ones who could be most nurturing to him and help him most at the time. I certainly did not "dump him off at his folks." I took him where he needed to be because I cared about him.
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Post by Brad Lewis on Aug 3, 2007 1:03:30 GMT -5
I remember a worker preaching that the world just uses you and then discards you when you're done. The work was very much like that for me. And being an ordinary part of the cult was also. I'm so glad to learn about the real God of the creation. Praise God for being able to repent and see Brad
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Post by Rodin on Aug 3, 2007 4:36:00 GMT -5
Brad said "I was compelled to lie down on a bed and to quit thinking."
Its a pity that this situation remains until today - hasn't started to think again....
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Post by Not my experience on Aug 3, 2007 9:46:57 GMT -5
I remember a worker preaching that the world just uses you and then discards you when you're done. The work was very much like that for me. And being an ordinary part of the cult was also. I'm so glad to learn about the real God of the creation. Praise God for being able to repent and see Brad Hi Brad, I'm sorry about your experience. My experience with leaving the work was quite different. Many of the friends and workers helped me- and for that I am eternally grateful and count it as little glasses of water for Christ. No one ever made me feel beholden to them or made me feel guilty. It impressed upon me the need to help others as well. There is a verse somewhere in the Bible that says that when we see a need and we have the answer in hand- then we need to step forward and help. Many, many have stepped forward and helped me- and I am compelled to do the same. Sincerely, A brother
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Post by Rude boy on Aug 3, 2007 13:37:57 GMT -5
To "Is this true Brad"
Yo' mamma and her toy boy worker fiddled you when you were a kid.
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Post by Brad Lewis on Aug 3, 2007 21:26:56 GMT -5
Brad said "I was compelled to lie down on a bed and to quit thinking." Its a pity that this situation remains until today - hasn't started to think again.... In a way, some of that is true. I used to think about stuff too much. Now I have to think much less. No need to try to figure all the 2x2 stuff out. Simply believe in God. Now I just read what it actually says in the Bible and quote scripture to 2x2s. They hate that. I'm so glad I have to do less justification and reconciliation with incongruent opinions. That was a partially astute observation on your part Rodin. Better luck next time or reaching a complete truth. Brad
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