Wait, It's A Cult?

[Evangelical]

Originally Posted by leastofthese

I don't disagree with you Evangelical, I said as much in my intro. This doesn't change the fact that it was the top google search. Which, I would think, is relevant at least as much as to shed light on what the general population may first read when looking for more information on cults.

Which locality do you meet with?

I'm not blaming you, this is a difficult subject and interesting conversation. Surveys can be valid if done properly but I wanted to point out their shortcomings. There may be a perfect survey somewhere with a high success rate of determining what is and what is not a cult. I cannot disclose my locality on a public forum, sorry.

[leastofthese]

Originally Posted by Evangelical

I cannot disclose my locality on a public forum, sorry.

How would that statement factor in to the larger discussion?

[Evangelical]

Originally Posted by leastofthese

How would that statement factor in to the larger discussion?

Exactly, it doesn't.

[leastofthese]

Originally Posted by Evangelical

Exactly, it doesn't.

Or it would apply to #9? "intimidation is often used to keep cult members from even thinking about getting out."

I was specifically told not to read anything regarding the LSM denomination online, lest I be "poisoned". This was followed by a bible verse on poison, I'm sure you've heard the same and can quote the verse. Likely - you also have experienced an anecdote about being positive and focusing on heavenly things. Whatever you do, don't read anything that goes against the ministry.

I've never heard this in all my years in non-denominational churches. Yet it was a constant during my time within the LSM denomination.

[Evangelical]

Originally Posted by leastofthese

Or it would apply to #9? "intimidation is often used to keep cult members from even thinking about getting out."

I was specifically told not to read anything regarding the LSM denomination online, lest I be "poisoned". This was followed by a bible verse on poison, I'm sure you've heard the same and can quote the verse. Likely - you also have experienced an anecdote about being positive and focusing on heavenly things. Whatever you do, don't read anything that goes against the ministry.

I've never heard this in all my years in non-denominational churches. Yet it was a constant during my time within the LSM denomination.

If that were true then how can Drake and I be on this forum?

[leastofthese]

Originally Posted by Evangelical

If that were true then how can Drake and I be on this forum?

Maybe Drake isn't too intimidated to share his locality?

Also, what do you mean IF that were true?

[Evangelical]

Originally Posted by leastofthese

Maybe Drake isn't too intimidated to share his locality?

Also, what do you mean IF that were true?

If it were true that we are not allowed to read anything about the LSM online, then how could we be on this forum.