A Curious Fellow's Introduction

[Robert]

Hello!
God bless You in Jesus Christ!
I wish You quick recovery and growth in Christ!
What You described is very common way of Christendom:" I was there, doing this, we did this..."
Very opposite to disciple of Christ talking about his beloved.
No matter what group we can attend, but this very simple rule can help us recognize even our own heart's condition.
Believe me or not, but several saints visited my home ( I am still open, as brother of Christ should be) and for over 2 hours not that much was spoken about Lord. It was hard to come to flow of life.
Two day ago: 5,5 hours in "saints" house, only my few sentences about Bible. Haaard to talk with "saints" about Lord and Bible at homes.
God bless You and have a good time with our Lord in His Word!

[ACuriousFellow]

Originally Posted by Robert

Hello!
God bless You in Jesus Christ!

Thanks for the blessing. I hear what you're saying. When I was in The Lord's Recovery I noticed that it got rarer and rarer for people to share from the scriptures as the years went on. They often preferred to share from Witness Lee's books rather than the word of God, and anyone who challenged Lee's teachings using the scriptures was often ignored, shunned, told to be silent, or told to leave. It was quite disheartening to see that the denomination that calls itself The Lord's Recovery turned out to be much like the "Christendom" that they claimed was so degraded, deformed, devilish, and satanic. Just another organization full of hierarchy with much truth concealed by tradition and faulty religion. Luckily, I've been blessed with much fellowship outside of that sect created by Witness Lee. I've found people who actually prefer the bible to Witness Lee's works, and we've fellowshipped sweetly over the scriptures at homes, at church, over lunch, and online. I've also had a proper opportunity to test scriptures and debate with brothers and sisters regarding the truth of the scriptures, and it has provided much growth in my knowledge and love of God's word, in my love for my brothers and sisters, and in my patience and grace with those who hold different ideas than me. The Lord has been good to me by removing me from such a deadened and lifeless group as The Lord's Recovery. For this, I give him praise.

[ThankfulForever777]

Originally Posted by ACuriousFellow

Thanks for the blessing. I hear what you're saying. When I was in The Lord's Recovery I noticed that it got rarer and rarer for people to share from the scriptures as the years went on. They often preferred to share from Witness Lee's books rather than the word of God, and anyone who challenged Lee's teachings using the scriptures was often ignored, shunned, told to be silent, or told to leave. It was quite disheartening to see that the denomination that calls itself The Lord's Recovery turned out to be much like the "Christendom" that they claimed was so degraded, deformed, devilish, and satanic. Just another organization full of hierarchy with much truth concealed by tradition and faulty religion. Luckily, I've been blessed with much fellowship outside of that sect created by Witness Lee. I've found people who actually prefer the bible to Witness Lee's works, and we've fellowshipped sweetly over the scriptures at homes, at church, over lunch, and online. I've also had a proper opportunity to test scriptures and debate with brothers and sisters regarding the truth of the scriptures, and it has provided much growth in my knowledge and love of God's word, in my love for my brothers and sisters, and in my patience and grace with those who hold different ideas than me. The Lord has been good to me by removing me from such a deadened and lifeless group as The Lord's Recovery. For this, I give him praise.

I can relate to your experience. Approximately 10 months ago, I chose to discontinue my involvement with the local sect of Witness Lee. We were taught that Christianity is degraded, shallow, and divided. However, my personal experience has shown me something quite different. After I left the Lord's recovery, the Lord graciously connected me with numerous sincere and Bible-grounded believers. Presently, I participate in a weekly Bible Study Men's group hosted by my neighbors. Additionally, we host a bi-weekly Bible study with another group of believers. I've had the pleasure of meeting other wonderful believers as well. Notably, these individuals come from various churches and hold differing doctrinal beliefs. Surprisingly, despite these differences, we've managed to have unity without any hidden agendas. Our primary focus is to delve deeper into the truths found in the Bible and seek to please God in all that we do.

[ACuriousFellow]

Originally Posted by ThankfulForever777

I can relate to your experience. Approximately 10 months ago, I chose to discontinue my involvement with the local sect of Witness Lee. We were taught that Christianity is degraded, shallow, and divided. However, my personal experience has shown me something quite different. After I left the Lord's recovery, the Lord graciously connected me with numerous sincere and Bible-grounded believers. Presently, I participate in a weekly Bible Study Men's group hosted by my neighbors. Additionally, we host a bi-weekly Bible study with another group of believers. I've had the pleasure of meeting other wonderful believers as well. Notably, these individuals come from various churches and hold differing doctrinal beliefs. Surprisingly, despite these differences, we've managed to have unity without any hidden agendas. Our primary focus is to delve deeper into the truths found in the Bible and seek to please God in all that we do.

Although I am by no means surprised, I am always disheartened to hear that more people have had such experiences within the Local Churches. I am glad, however, that you have found fellowship with others outside of that group. Many people who grow weary and burdened by the discrepancies of the "Ministry of the Age" are often in desperate need of such things. It is particularly telling that many people who met with these churches often find that other assemblies are not "degraded" and "deformed" as Witness Lee would have all believe, but are often times filled with genuine and biblically sound believers.

Perhaps one day the next generation of believers within The Lord's Recovery will be willing to take a hard look and realize what has been happening throughout the history of that denomination/sect and make a genuine effort to acknowledge the mistakes of the past and to adjust themselves and let go of their collective pride.