So_Cal1

You're right. It was getting too long. I am far from being an expert but was surprised at your amateur reference. Granted, there is much background to the phrase, the Bible being the revealed Word and Will of God. Regardless of numerous writings on the subject, it boils down to the fact if one believes it is or isn't. My point was that the additional nomenclature in this field of study was usually meant to discourage, dilute or distract for the central meaning or significant, that God authored the Bible to communicate the salvation of man to be through his son, Jesus Christ. IMO and in my life, it has been revealed to me that it is. All the other ancillary items which are titled topics posted throughout this site are just stuff and to paraphase a familiar saying, all this stuff comes and goes, but it is the Word of God which lives and abides forever. Sincerely. :)

You did something noteworthy. You stayed home.

You can never be a wet blanket. However, those are big ten dollar words largely labeled by people who do not believe the Bible is authored by God and Father of the Lord Jesus Christ. Bless you!

Imagine, I ditto your post. It was a great entree to learn about God via the Bible. I met many great people and experienced many wonderful moments. If you were looking for truth in the scriptures, it was there. If you were looking for truth in people or organizations, you would find disappointment. For me, it was a one-in-a-lifetime journey.

I am not a Roman Catholic.

I do not know the timeframe of this decision but from possibly every perspective biblically, morally, emotionally and just bloody common sense, your decision to stay put was the Right One. I cannot fathom anyone or anything from the true God to attempt, suggest or convince otherwise. After six months in college, I considered going WOW and forsake the college education my parents prepared for me since birth. At that time the WOW program was new and the excitement of witnessing and studying the Bible fulltime promised to be an adventure to my youthful ideals. I went to the local TWI leadership as a sounding board and for advice regarding this major decision. Should I commit my life to God as a WOW Ambassador or continue my college education? After some discussion and prayer, I was advised to stay in school since many did not have the opportunity I had with a prepaid college education. If I did not like my current major, then change majors; if I did not like my current school, then change schools. I was further warned that if I decided to quit school and go WOW, my parents would be greatly disappointed and be bitter toward the Word for the rest of my life. I stayed in school and later participated in the College WOW program which was one of the greatest experiences of my life. To this day, I fondly remember my college experience which include sharing God's Word, living with other Christian college students, witnessing God's healing power and enjoying a great relationship with my parents. I remember recounting this milestone with Dr. Wierwille years later in the Clubhouse and he agreed it was the right decision. We laughed together that it appeared as a major dilemma because my youthful impatience. There are moments in our lives when a major decision involves multiple factors to consider which attempt to tug us in different directions. I always believe and if you can step back and approach a decision with prayful consideration, and sometimes simple common sense, you will arrive at the best conclusion. IMHO, there is no comparison between your family's well-being and your absence in a program for a year. Enjoy.

SWEET. I am always amazed by the ingenuity of American craftsmanship.

HA's illness did occur and the entire ministry at that time was asked to fervently pray for him. He was admitted into a hospital under the supervision of Dr FW. As some of the posts suggest, there was an urgency because HA was beloved by everyone and was Dr's best friend. I far as I recall, part of the remedy was governed by Grace Bliss who was knowledgable of natural remedies and what is now called homeopathic medicine. I remember the remedy was mosty a concoction of freshly squeezed beet juice. I do not remember what the cause or name of the illness but he was close to dying. Contrary to some of the posts, HA was humbled by the experience and was a decent, loving soul for many years. I used to spend time with him and Imogene during my years on Staff teaching them social dancing, (the waltz, foxtrot, cha-cha, swing and rumba) in their kitchen. I last talked to him in 88 and disassociated from TWI when refusing to reply to LCM allegience letter in 89. The demise of the ministry was a sad event particularly when it was helped along by the BOT and others disobeying God 's Word. I would like to remember HA as the kind, caring believer I witnessed over 20 years ago.

The premise that Dr. Wierwille taught, believed or promoted that the Holocaust did not occur IS false. There are those who claimed otherwise but I never heard him say that in public or private settings.

Speaking in Tongues is perfect prayer to God. Do it as often as I can.