Larry,
Your recent posts have been so transparent and have really nailed what needs to be said about mind control. The good news is that these days there is so much awareness, support, and help available for members not only here but through counseling and therapy. The NT tells us to be careful and examine what church leaders teach so we're not led astray or spiritually depleted or abused. Being careful and checking things out is absolutely necessary and it has nothing to do with having a critical spirit. It's never too late to start examining everything that has been fruitless or seems a little weird, a little off, or too controlling or demanding. Go for it!
Your recent posts have been so transparent and have really nailed what needs to be said about mind control. The good news is that these days there is so much awareness, support, and help available for members not only here but through counseling and therapy. The NT tells us to be careful and examine what church leaders teach so we're not led astray or spiritually depleted or abused. Being careful and checking things out is absolutely necessary and it has nothing to do with having a critical spirit. It's never too late to start examining everything that has been fruitless or seems a little weird, a little off, or too controlling or demanding. Go for it!