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Originally Posted by SeekingWisdom
Now with the problem involving women/sisters. This is my analysis of how the problem arose.
The leadership value the "vision" to the utmost. So they will do anything to protect it. I remember reading somewhere, Nee or Lee, in the early church life allowed certain sisters to lead. And it became a problem. So as a reaction to this it confirmed their idea that having woman leading is not God-ordained and becomes problematic.
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If you attempt to acknowledge shortcomings in the LC as you've done here you won't be treated with contempt and scorn. It's a refreshing change from the "hear no evil" of LC apologists, with the strange juxtaposition of lauding of the early lionesses of the recovery church, followed shortly thereafter by disparaging remarks about "spiritual sisters". The disconnect couldn't be more glaring, and nobody can acknowledge it for fear of being labeled. So everyone sits there and takes it. And what happens to the enjoyment? Diminished significantly, if not removed altogether.
So your ability to acknowledge this is huge. I hope you enjoy your discussion on this forum. I've learned a lot here. Mostly I just use if for a sounding board for ideas. Yes, we often talk past each other but then one feels that one's being heard, which is gratifying. Hoping you get the same experience. As far as the "bitter ex-member" thing there may be truth to that but when people don't get heard they get frustrated. A little acknowledgement goes a long way to healing, and removing bitterness. Blessed are the peacemakers.