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Originally Posted by Terry
I'm sure the anticipate response is to "be coordinated". In other words that amounts to asking permission.
'Brothers, may I have permission to host a home meeting in my home?"
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The situation with Hon highlights one of the big reasons that the LCM is in a state of decline. The only thing that Hon did 'wrong' was that he took something that Lee taught seriously and attempt to implement and practice it. This, of course, is a big no-no, because it involves being proactive and taking initiative.
Throughout Lee's ministry, there can be found plenty of examples of calls to action. Yet, it appears, that neither Lee nor his successors ever wanted people to take heed to such calls. Rather, it seems it was some sort of 'inspirational' type of message to get everyone feeling positive, maybe in attempt to divert attention from other things.
Anyways, as it applies to the rank and file members, a question arises. If LC members aren't supposed to do anything proactive, then what are they supposed to do? I know that many of those who I was around in the LC knew very well to not do anything that would give even the slightest hint of taking initiative or being proactive. Rather, everyone was expected to wait around until they were assigned to handle something. Yet elders would routinely criticize all of us for not being 'fruitful' or not ever taking on responsibility. It got to the point of being ridiculous, because the minute someone did attempt to do anything, they would jump on that person.