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Originally Posted by Freedom
... much of what is taught in the LC represents a dangerous mindset... much of the LC ministry material, especially the HWMR booklets serve to promote a particular style of thinking. ... certain themes such as: "we are nothing", "our opinions don't count", "we shouldn't act independently", "our natural abilities mean nothing", etc, etc. The underlying message is twofold, #1 is don't dare be independent and #2 don't dare assert yourself. The main problem with this is it leaves the door wide open for leaders to come in and start controlling. ...Just as importantly, the mindset closes the door to reasonably address any concerns when they arise..
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The idea of innately rejecting all opinions as fallen doesn't stand up to the NT testimony. The Acts 15 conference in Jerusalem had all those present able to air their thoughts, feelings, and understandings without fear of intimidation. Look at v. 7: "after much discussion" Peter stood up and addressed the group (NIV). Where in the LC's vaunted "church life" do you see the opportunity for "much discussion"? Nowhere is where. The Deputy God has issued a pronouncement from the podium, and that's it. Get out of your mind, don't think, just be one with the latest speaking. No discussion, no consideration, no thought -- be "one" with Anaheim.