I have a question for those who were or are more enveloped in "the Unique Move of God" than I ever was.
In the 70s, the 'leading brothers' were called 'elders' not pastors. Elders is an OT word.
Yet, PAUL describes certain offices in Ephesians 4:11
Prophets,
Evangelists,
Pastors,
Teachers
He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ;
In other letters we read about bishops (overseers) and deacons (ministers)
No blended brothers are mentioned in the scriptures though
Did Lee ever give any reason why those offices mentioned in the bible were ignored by him and possibly Nee? They ARE in the scriptures after all.
Personally, I think naming these offices invited the religious 'spirits'. The RCC has bishops as do some denominations. Pastors, prophets, evangelists and teachers. These 'offices' ended up elevating man.
2nd question
How did Lee explain
the many mansions mentioned in John 14:2
In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
Thanks in advance