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Cal · 11-06-2008, 06:24 AM

Groves' letter is a tough read. But here is a crucial passage (edited):

The moment the witnessing for the common life as our bond gives place to a witnessing against errors by separation of persons and preaching ... and all their conduct and principles have first to be examined and approved before they can be received; and the position which this occupying the seat of judgment will place you in will be this: the most narrow-minded and bigoted will rule, because his conscience cannot and will not give way, and therefore the more enlarged heart must yield.

It is into this position, dear D—, I feel some little flocks are fast tending, if they have not already attained it, making light not life the measure of communion.

11-06-2008, 06:24 AM	#33
Cal Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USA Posts: 4,333	Re: "Early Nee" vs. "Later Nee" Groves' letter is a tough read. But here is a crucial passage (edited): The moment the witnessing for the common life as our bond gives place to a witnessing against errors by separation of persons and preaching ... and all their conduct and principles have first to be examined and approved before they can be received; and the position which this occupying the seat of judgment will place you in will be this: the most narrow-minded and bigoted will rule, because his conscience cannot and will not give way, and therefore the more enlarged heart must yield. It is into this position, dear D—, I feel some little flocks are fast tending, if they have not already attained it, making light not life the measure of communion.