[Elden1971]

Originally Posted by Igzy

BTW, I wanted to add a thought for OBW. I think a major difference between Nee and Lee and other Christian teachers who may have emphasized many of the "deeper" things they did (as opposed, for example, to the typical fare of evangelical churches), is that Nee and Lee raised up many churches which they directed to teach and think like they did. Other teachers, Penn-Lewis, Andrew Murray, etc, were prolific, but did not start a movement of churches. Tozer and Sparks each led one church, but only Nee and Lee dispensed their teachings into many churches which in turn reflected their worldview. This is a rather unique situation with unique consequences. The other teachers did not really discriminate about who they ministered to, Nee and Lee did. Their interest was always in raising up a movement which remained pure to their vision, rather than simply casting their bread upon the water.

Because of this, their teaching had a much more focused impact. Though "inner life" teachings have to a degree meandered their way into mainstream Christianity, their concentration and impact is not as severe as Nee and Lee were on their dedicated audience. This adds to the overstated impression that Nee and Lee had something "unique" to say. But, actually, most things truly "unique" to the Recovery are associated with error.

A little leaven....leavens the whole lot...