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Originally Posted by aron
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.
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It is amazing how the LC is able to twist scripture in order to create a belief system by which members have no ability to discuss, debate, or express opinions. Their reasons for doing this are clear, however, what does it say about LC doctrines when they can only exist in an environment where there is not room for critique? To me, it is a strong indicator that their doctrines are not so solid, else why the fear of critique? They get around this by constantly being on the offensive, it puts the focus on others instead of themselves. The blendeds think they have the right to affirm and critique others, but the minute someone critiques them, they get up in arms and even go so far as to take them to court.
I really hope that some members will get to the point where they can see for themselves what the underlying message is in the "get out of your mind" or "drop your concepts" type of thinking. It's dangerous, and it is a tool leaders use to silence people.