New Light from Old

Hope · 07-22-2008, 08:17 PM

No djohnson it was a power struggle. PL was part of the show but it was a power struggle. Yes, WL seemed to take the first step in their getting together but MR told me how he had been waiting for the opportunity to be with WL and in coordination with him.

Willie S told me that one day we would wake up and a new flag will be waving. MR told me a coup was coming. When I asked him what that meant, he replied, "a violent overthrown of the present regime."

Several of His inner circle told me that MR was "the universal coordinator of the one new man." Dan Towle told me that for he and I to be one I needed to be in the coordination with MR. Dan and others in the inner circle told me that MR was in the position of Peter and was being prepared to be the leading apostle. MR had many history books on great rulers of the past Hannibal etc. He told me he read them in order to learn principles regarding how to run the recovery. I had read many of the books as history is a hobby of mine. I saw MR carry out the strategies of some of these ancient rulers quite well.

MR in his heart believed the local churches needed him to lead them and that WL's role was a Bible teacher. He told his inner circle after WL removed him that only he could put it (the churches) together and TC would be the one who brought him back.

On the other hand MR had many positive points and gifts. I still appreciate some matters in which I was helped by him and there were many that received his help. Maybe even more received help from his wife. They were quite a couple.

I feel so bad for them. MR was too much like WL. No one could get his attention. Both tended to way over estimate their portion and depreciate others. Both failed to recognize though they had spiritual gifts the blessing was on the truth, on the church, on the members of the Body of Christ and not on their person.

I understand that MR came to realize this and has acknowledged that his ambition and pride got the best of him. By the way whoever is without sin can cast the first stone.

For me this whole period of time was so sad for all involved. Eventually WL was way too strong for MR. I was in the meeting at the home of WL when WL decided to deal with MR and to deal with the threat MR posed to his leadership.

I wish I could say I was innocent in all of this and pure as the driven snow. But I was there. Was I all bad? I trust by the Grace of God I was not all bad, but I certainly did play in some of the games. Thank God for his mercy toward me. Let us all come to the feet of the Lord Jesus and take his love and forgiveness for all our sins. I personally have spent time seeking forgiveness for my involvement in any of the political power struggles. Lord, help us!!! If I hurt any who participate on this forum please grant me the favor of your forgiveness and I will be happy if you desire to address my failures directly.

In Christ Jesus there is hope for us all,

Hope, Don Rutledge

07-22-2008, 08:17 PM	#11
Hope Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Durham, North Carolina Posts: 313	The Power Struggle No djohnson it was a power struggle. PL was part of the show but it was a power struggle. Yes, WL seemed to take the first step in their getting together but MR told me how he had been waiting for the opportunity to be with WL and in coordination with him. Willie S told me that one day we would wake up and a new flag will be waving. MR told me a coup was coming. When I asked him what that meant, he replied, "a violent overthrown of the present regime." Several of His inner circle told me that MR was "the universal coordinator of the one new man." Dan Towle told me that for he and I to be one I needed to be in the coordination with MR. Dan and others in the inner circle told me that MR was in the position of Peter and was being prepared to be the leading apostle. MR had many history books on great rulers of the past Hannibal etc. He told me he read them in order to learn principles regarding how to run the recovery. I had read many of the books as history is a hobby of mine. I saw MR carry out the strategies of some of these ancient rulers quite well. MR in his heart believed the local churches needed him to lead them and that WL's role was a Bible teacher. He told his inner circle after WL removed him that only he could put it (the churches) together and TC would be the one who brought him back. On the other hand MR had many positive points and gifts. I still appreciate some matters in which I was helped by him and there were many that received his help. Maybe even more received help from his wife. They were quite a couple. I feel so bad for them. MR was too much like WL. No one could get his attention. Both tended to way over estimate their portion and depreciate others. Both failed to recognize though they had spiritual gifts the blessing was on the truth, on the church, on the members of the Body of Christ and not on their person. I understand that MR came to realize this and has acknowledged that his ambition and pride got the best of him. By the way whoever is without sin can cast the first stone. For me this whole period of time was so sad for all involved. Eventually WL was way too strong for MR. I was in the meeting at the home of WL when WL decided to deal with MR and to deal with the threat MR posed to his leadership. I wish I could say I was innocent in all of this and pure as the driven snow. But I was there. Was I all bad? I trust by the Grace of God I was not all bad, but I certainly did play in some of the games. Thank God for his mercy toward me. Let us all come to the feet of the Lord Jesus and take his love and forgiveness for all our sins. I personally have spent time seeking forgiveness for my involvement in any of the political power struggles. Lord, help us!!! If I hurt any who participate on this forum please grant me the favor of your forgiveness and I will be happy if you desire to address my failures directly. In Christ Jesus there is hope for us all, Hope, Don Rutledge