Incredible Insight Into Amish Culture - Part 1
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- This is Part 1 of 2 of Leonard and Dora Mae sharing their story.
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All Amish communities have different rules and their beliefs vary. This is one couple's story with what happened in their community.
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Leonard and Dora Mae's Store is:
Lilac Lane Bulk Foods
1206 NE 1400 Rd
Windsor, MO 65360
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I'm Amish myself and that Amish community needs to be ashamed of their self righteous ways here in Michigan we're taught let's make sure we don't put our rules in front of God's rules
I absolutely adore my Michigan Amish communities closest to me I have bought several buildings including my cabin from the Amish community in McBain and I buy a lot of my lumber from another Amish community near me in kaleva / Brethren area..
My big bulk shopping is done at the discount stores I have a family of six and it's the only way I can make the dollars extend..
My next big purchase I've been saving up for is the big water bath canner the rectangular one with a spigot on it I've already got my 30 qt bowls and most of my rada knives..
Amen, Jesus was about love for all. He came as medicine especially those in most need. We are all needy
Wise advice. Godly advice.
As you should be ashamed of yourself for supporting the continuation of such abusive stupid.
Do you guys send your older horses to auction after you've worked them there whole life as they
End up in the slaughter pile line? Do you do that??
This man is loving with a Christian spirit. I pray God blessed him abundantly . Ephesians 3:21
Leonard, I also live in this area and have been a customer for years! Warm conversations Everytime! Your story has moved me. I am a local family photographer and would love to offer you and your family your very first family portraits. Not allowed to have pictures of your loved ones just breaks my heart. Just know that the Windsor community loves and supports you and your family!!
Such an amazing thing to do for them. Hopefully he sees this.
ALTHO PERHAPS, ERNEST INTENTIONS; WRONG 'OFFERING'.....
@@sunnyskye213Explain?
@emileemcdonough7314
That is a kind offer. My family is formerly from the Amish community in Windsor. We left the community in 1986. During our time there a photographer from the Sedalia Democrat visited the community, including my father’s bulk food store. The photographer took quite a few pictures, including a prized one of my younger sister and I. We were bashful little Amish girls, fascinated by this enormous camera! That photo is the only one we have of our childhood. It’s so precious to us! And we are forever grateful to the Sedalia Democrat Photographer who took those photos that day!
That is awesome!!
My wife and I were just at Leonard's store for the first time this past weekend. We planned to continue being patrons of his store - even more so now after hearing his story.
Take up your plow sir, don't look back!
I'm Amish and i approve this message lol Awesome testimony Leonard and always remember , who can stand against us if God is for us !?
You are amish and watch youtube??
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AMEN.🙏
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@@mydailyreward2090 Who are you to stand in judgement of anyone who watches TH-cam? Shame on you!
Leonard and Dora Mae are the nicest people, I’m shocked that this happened to them. We will continue to shop at their store and send customers their way.
He may need some help in his store too!
I'm not shocked I went through it
@@cynthiaodell2529Oh my! I am sorry to hear it. I cannot imagine!
Yeah, if you are shunned in your Amish church then the other Amish are not allowed to do business with you. Here in Allen County Indiana some Amish that were shunned had good businesses but after the shunning they lost all of their Amish Customers. They had many lean years but the English have built up their customer base. God will bless you if you stay true to him over staying true to the church
Four replies, and yt has deleted everyone!! Google sp needs to be made where a person can sue!!
Brother Leonard you didn't get shunned by spiritual leaders, you got shunned buy religious leaders, big difference, we're saved by grace through faith 🙏 God will restore you ten fold in the name of Jesus, the only rule is love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself ❤I love you brother in the name of Jesus
Stop with twisting words, it's a disgrace and deceptive.
Religious is to be knowledge of your faith and to be active practicing it.
These Communities are Still "BRAINWASHING CULTS"!!
Thankful for Leonards stance against the hypocrisy in the Amish community. I've known and driven for most of the people that Leonard says he is praying for. I have also been praying and am hopeful to see the Lord move on the hearts of these people we Love. May Jesus Christ be glorified! Hallelujah
One thing about Being shunned is You have their Attention, and they’re watching You. Our LORD Will take care of You.
Amen
Hi
May we all strive to be like Leonard and Dora! Life is short, eternity is forever
Even shorter it seems when u r All.Alone For.all Holidays & Fam Functions..Life seems 2 Not Matter & u Just Survive & Have Compassion n Love.for others even when Ur Alone & u Move On & embrace being Alone
we are to be like Jesus! He is our ensample. not man!
Don't live far from this guy, we do a fair amount of shopping at Amish stores in the area.. never been to the guys store but will definitely be shopping there the next time we go! You gotta respect a man that stands for what HE thinks is right, regardless of the world around him! Anyone can see, that he's a genuinely good guy!
This is my area. I’m a customer at their store & friends with him on Facebook. Such kind people!
it wld be Nice 2 say Hi to him , he.seems Nice
This won't stop me from shopping there... prayers of support for them
Hey Leonard! Cousin Robert here from northern Indiana, so exciting to see you walk the path of faith in Jesus Christ! Sounds like you’re aware of one of the pitfalls of going through excommunication, and that is bitterness. Blessings!🙏
It says in scripture that families will be divided because of faith in Christ. I’m very saddened by all the communities RULE following rather than matters of the heart. Seems Christ is moving in Amish communities yet there r sacrifices made to be a followers of Him. Was moved by his story of tears as he realized the impact to come. I pray their business will flourish regardless of mans’ efforts to control others. May His face shine down on those who sing “I have decided to follow Jesus” 🇨🇦 ❤
RULES
From a Christian perspective of my own, seems to be shunning is just another name for bullying., as well as power tripping, and threats.I think it’s shameful.
Are they more tolerant of unbelieving "English" than they are of those who want to share the gospel with them?
I`m praying for this brother in Christ, that the Lord our God will bless him and his family.
Amen
I've known Leonard for years, and had many wonderful conversations with him, but I never knew the 'behind-the-scenes' trials he was going through.
It all makes sense now that he's opened up about his struggles with the laws of the elders in conflict with the gospel of Christ's grace.
God bless him.
Thank you for helping to share the their story. We live near by, and have passed their store a handful of times, but never made it in. We will be changing that very soon! Looking forward to watching part 2.
Please start an online store. I would love to support thus family but I live in Maryland.
It puts the "soft shunning" from our former UPCI friends and family into perspective. When he spoke about sobbing in his store it broke me. I will be keeping him and his family in my prayers. 🙏🏻
I was shunned by a Pentecostal Church in Defiance OHio-of course they didn't call it that,but no one was allowed to call me or talk to me. Very wrong and painful,but Jesus accepts me and has blessed me so many times over since then(2005) THis man is so sweet;I love listening to him and appreciate his scripture quoting-hope he knows about being born again;it's not by works that we are saved. That religious spirit is so evil!
😂😂😂 i was accused of boycotting my Pentecostal church. Slammed up against the wall and the pastor tried to choke me. I was only 15. Never went again.
I’ve never heard of Pentecostal churches shunning people, and I grew up Pentecostal. I have wonderful memories growing up in the church.
@@SewWhittlethat's great, but please don't discount someone else's experience. There are wicked people in every church building. Defend the defenseless.
My Pentecostal Church shunned a young lady that I had an interest in and we couldn't talk to her anymore
@@stacycamacho59😮 That is horrendous! That man and anyone who backs him will most likely be left behind when Jesus comes because the Bible says, God hates the lover oof violence.
We love lilac lane!! Have been going there for years!! The way the scripture is how he lives his life is amazing! We will never stop going there and will always support them.
Rejection is phsycologicaly painful as well as emotionaly painful.
Jesus is a Healer
Leonard's the definition of what a Christian should be. To him, the Bible is serious business. He says what he means and does what he says. God bless him and his family.
Both of their commitment to memorize bible verses is amazing to see!
This man's experience speaks volumes about a supposed biblical Christian community who like many others are not even living the principles Jesus taught. The damage this is creating, spiritually, and financially to this family is pure evil. Shunning is demonic and not what Jesus taught. I hope other communities, Amish or others take this man's experience to heart and see what is really happening. This is a good man. We need to stand up to evil, wherever we see it, especially in our own communities. His community has no idea who they are truly serving....so sad. This man is leading by pure example for others to learn and hopefully take a stand. All my love to this man and his family.
After learning about Brother Leonards story I have even MORE respect for his family's unyeilding faith.
Thank you for sharing ❤
We have known Leonard and Dora Mae for years! My husband witnessed to Leonard and we prayed for them often!
This is awesome. God is good
Praise the Lord!!❤
I am happy he is reading the Bible and realizing all the good promises.for who so ever will. AMEN
I knew Leonard looked familiar. I was a midwife-in-training with one of the midwives in Windsor and I spent A LOT of time in his store. I haven’t been up there in several months, but I LOVE his store!
Ever since I left Kansas I had been looking for an Amish store and a friend took me to Leonard's. Been going ever since to get bulk food and all my canning supplies
Leonard, I’ve been praying for you. I’ve been a customer for years and you’ve always been so kind and non-judgmental towards me; even with both of my arms are covered in tattoos. Lol
You re a wonderful young man and you are so cared about and supported here in Windsor! Stay strong! We love y’all!
Thank you , I'm being shunned from my son and my son won't let me see my grandson , because I'm a christain . So this was very close to home for me thank you for sharing, and God bless all of you!
I'm so sorry. On the opposite side of the sceptrum, my youngest daughter is lost and says she's saved bbuut hates me and won't let me see my two grandsons. It's sad. But I know I'll have them after the Rapture in heaven. I had a dream about it. God gave me a dream of promise about my youngest daughter. I feel for you. I know my daughter hates me because of myself being a Christian too and it's sad but we just gotta wait a little longer.
A modern day David and Goliath. Your faith and testimony is a blessing and encouragement to everyone.
This family needs to be protected at all costs !!! Please support him and his store we need more brave people like him in the world ❤ love his story so much….
I am learning so much about the Amish way. It sounds so much like the Pharisees of the Bible. God bless you, Leonard.
"I love my skidsteer, It doesn't run away"
I love it
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God bless him and his family. Such bravery to stand for the truth of the Word and Jesus, and losing your employees, friends and family relationships. A crown awaits you in Paradise.
I love his discussion about questioning why people would want to look at his laundry. The laundry is not there to be viewed but to dry.
Its very up front how he feels about having his help taken away, but I hope he realizes how much that work meant to the people that were helping him!! I can't imagine being told to turn my feelings off to my coworkers / boss if they are good people!!! They are probably devastated also . . .
I wish I lived closer, I would work for him!!! He seems really sincere!!
It is meant to be...When God closes one door, he will open another...
If i ever get over Windsor way, I'll definitely stop in & shop! You should set up a website for your store & sell online, Leonard.
If they sold online I would support them.
I would shop online also. I am in PA!
I would buy online too
I would consider ordering online.
Absolutely ❣️... I wish there were such a person who could teach Leonard
It seems that the “leadership” actually knows Leonard is a Godly man. I believe they have issues with jealousy. What blessings he and his family have coming.
It would be fun to visit Leonard and Dora Mae long drive for us though from California. We have never seen Missouri. We have a small trailer we are 70, Christians. I would LOVE to help with farm chores. I want chickens but do not know anything about them. 😊
Leonard said the worst thing that could happen to a business is that outsiders force your employees to quit, that reminded me of Covid, and that evil. It's satanic. So happy that this sweet couple found Freedom in Christ! They learned many good habits in the Amish lifestyle, proves hard work never killed anyone.😊😊 😊😊
Wow... I've been a customer of theirs for a few years, and I come all the way from Warsaw specifically to go there, the auction he was talking about, and Kuntry bulk on the other side of town. I saw something about the shunning somewhere on facebook, but I had no idea why or what happened.
Though I'll miss some of the local products, (that sorghum was nice) I don't think I could just stop going there. Lol I thought it was hilarious to see those barrels out there in front of the store because we JUST bought three of them the day they showed up, and they seem to go pretty quick! They're PERFECT!
I hope this family stays around, and slides into their new life rather easily. They may be shunned by the Amish, but the worldly people don't see them as half bad at all! They really are good people! ❤
Leanard I am your neighbor Mark Yoders brother my heart goes out to all you go through Mark is my my strictest brother so we dont have much in common
Love you Leonard and your spiritual beliefs, God bless you and your family. My husband and I will continue to purchase your beef and shop at your store. Praise God for your strength.
Thank you, Jesus, for these testimonies from former Amish! This is thrilling, wonderful, and awesome! I have been pleading with Jesus and still am, for testimonies like these to come out so that our nation would see and understand to not fall for the lies of religion, but come to know Jesus as a Savior who delivers us out of the bondage and control of it!
What a beautiful human being ❤ May God bless him, his wife and their business!!!
I love the way he applies the scripture to his own life.🙏
Amen
I'm down in Springfield, but my daughter lives in Windsor, so the next time I go up and visit her I'll check them out. :) Support our communities and the people in it!
God turns our test into a testimony
So beautifully worded ❤
Hopefully not just 'the mo(a)nies'!
It’s a big store. We look to Father God for supplies so the store can keep running and do good business. people with loving hearts 💞 will keep reaching out.🎉❤
Amen 🙏
Where is his store located at
Gets shunned, drops 100k on new toys in a few weeks. Boss move. Good for you for standing up for Biblical truth no matter the cost. Hard times are the times of fast growth in faith and wisdom. God bless you!
Love this story ,we go to a conference and so many are being set free with Truth . Breaks my heart ,when they endure so much from so called brothers and sisters. We must pray they get set free
Leonard mentioned Joe Kiem ,,,, I have known him for years and also Henry Wright form Thomaston, Ga,,,
I"ve been there twice back in 2009 and 2010. Henry has gone to be with the Lord. I now live in Alaska.
I'm also shunned since 1985. Most of them will not open their eyes until its too late and thats too bad!!
How about the commune "Habitat for Humanity" headquarters in Americus, Georgia.
Can I ask why you was shunned? And what have you learned about or think now about the Amish thanks
@@brendahowell5946 Because I left the amish. They use the bible , Mat 18:15-17 to shun me and many others for issues that are not found in the bible! They are "works" based and they think they will have a better chance to get to heaven if they wear the right color clothes etc. not have this and not have that,,,,,,. My bible says believe on Jesus and thou shalt be saved, not by man made rules and regulations!! I don't hate my people, they just need to be saved,, like all of us! If you want more write back again and we can chat more. Have a wonderful day!!
@@brendahowell5946 Because I (and others) left the church. You may wonder why,,,,,, Well, when I "opened" my eyes I could plainly see that its "works" based. If you wear the right clothes and the right color and don't have electric and don't drive a car and a hundred other things you have a better chance to get to heaven. My father in law 's boys hated to farm with horses and they wanted to use a tractor, so the dad says, well for all that Jesus did for us surely we can farm with horses!! What on earth does turning dirt over with horse or a tractor have to do with Jesus dying for our sins???? Most of them would believe if you leave the amish you are going to hell!!
I have learned that they think they can get to heaven by keeping rules and regulations, traditions of men, etc. Why not trust that what Jesus did for us is the way to get to heaven? They will use the bible, Mat 18:15-17 to shun a person for a non-bibical issues such as for having air tires on a farm wagon! There are sects that actually hold their rules higher then the bible,, the swartzentrooper amish. They have some VERY evil stuff going on within their groups!! If you want to check this out for yourself go to this web site,,,,
Cults to Consciousness
I went to the web site to copy the address and lost this, now tonight I find it so I'll send this too.
I also follow a few Mennonite families who attend more modern churches where they openly praise God through music as well as pray as a family & community. Such an inspiration.
Not inspiring, it's rebellious.
I hope the Christian community in that area will become customers and maybe let a family member work there with them. It is a Christian thing to do. Peace!
Love how open he is giving his testimony God will bless him and his family.
Despite the torture you are going through, I hope you know you are in the sweet spot of life. You are truly standing with the very best of both worlds.
I live in an area with a lot of Amish, in upstate NY. I love these testimonies of folks coming to know Jesus. I long to see deliverance for the folks around me and hope I get the chance to witness to them.
Amen
Fascinating, as someone who despises organized religion I am conflicted but I have massive respect for this man.
Wonderful video, we know Leonard and have shopped at his store many times! It's the best store in the whole county. Thankful to know his story and praying for him.
We love the store and the people even more. Can't wait for part 2.
I watched this video and it made my family and I make an hour drive to the store. The store was amazing and was so impressed. May God bless this family and help them flourish in everything they do!
I loved this whole video. Thank you for making this. There are a few videos out there where I really learn something. Leonard, you are a STRONG man and I feel you have been blessed by being shunned. God felt you were the stray sheep and your shunning has brought you closer to Him. After reading the comments on this video, your words are VERY inspirational to so many.
I agree with the "God Bless You" signs.
I am no longer in the box and can think for myself. The lord spoke to him and is leading him in his walk! Amen
Thank you for doing this video. This spiritual transformation from God’s true Word is inspiring and I’m praying for them. You challenged me as a non-Amish Christian.😊 Stay bold in Him. May many come to Him and God provide for your family.
If I were even reasonably close, I do all my shopping at their store.
Love worketh no ill to his neighbor - Romans 13:10-14
1 Corinthians 5 hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord.
So good to see how people come to Jesus by really reading the Bible in English ❤
I am German and still read my German Bible.
And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wifeor children or fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life. But many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first...
Im praying for you! I pray that God blesses you, no worries about the store its all in God's hands...
Thank you so much for sharing this with us David. Now understanding the restrictions that the Amish endure, our freedom in Christ is even more precious!!
Leonard and Dora are beautiful, kind, loving and godly people. I'm so thankful that we can pray for this family, the Lord is going to bless and use them powerfully
God reads hearts . God Bless You and your family for putting God first.
This just breaks my heart. I grew up in the Clinton Windsor area. Not Amish but I do shop with them. This man is doing what he believes He would have us behave. God Bless him and his family. In the secular world it’s called coercive control.
Leonard is the type of man who built this country and made it great!
What an amazing interview. Packed with such deep insights
Amen God has a new plan for you!
Gods way is always better
I live near here I have videos of their store on my TH-cam. It's a wonderful place, very nice people.
As a member of a fellowship mennonite church, i and my boys were continually being examined and watched..its very painful and disturbing to experience. People u thought were ur sisters and bros in Jesus shunning you even if you talked to ministry. Lets get back to sharing the good news! Jesus died and rose again for us. Praise His name.
*I've always liked how the amish have more of a simple life but having your church hanging over your head is just crazy to me. I wish this man and his family all the best.* 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Makes my heart sad. I’m sorry. ( I look forward to making many trips to your business in the future)👍
I really enjoyed watching this. It's very sad that they were shunned for the reason that they were I don't believe that it's right because God would not cast someone out for helping another and that's exactly what this Amish Community did. Can't wait to watch part two. May God Bless you and your family and lift you up as I know he will.
Thanks for sharing the truth about the Amish. I have high respects for the Amish and Mennonite communities. They both have very high work ethics. They are always very respectful and pleasant to be around. It's a shame that the Amish are decieved by their beliefs. Leonard I'd encourage you to continue to seek God and read his word. Maybe it's God's way of helping others to believe God's word and not man's. Thanks for taking a stand and revealing the truth. Best wishes to you on your business and ministery! I'm looking forward to seeing the next video. Sending prayers for your family and friends that God would reveal the truth. God Bless! 🙏💖
Leonard,
2 things matter most! Love God with all your heart. And love your neighbor as yourself.
Those in your community are being lead by fears and/or power. And they are ALL in a terrible bondage. Not, the way they live. But, in their hearts. Different reasons for each person. You and your wife are being used by The Lord to help lead the way to Love.
You provided the way for them to learn to love. And they chose their bondage. Above the Love and Grace of Jesus.
I understand how it happens for all of them and you. We all have our paths.
God bless you all. Extremely painful. But, your journey ABSOLUTELY has a purpose of opening up loving to both the Amish and the English.
Im from Henry County, my youngest brother lives in Windsor, the Amish have top-notch standards, his store is spotless, stop & shop there
Leonard - please do not sell your horse that you have had since he was 2 years old. He is more than a horse; he is your friend (or at least, he thinks you are his friend).
You do not enjoy being shunned - so how do you think your horse (friend?) will feel if you sell him (Think he would be confused and feel abandoned)? (I suppose it would be maybe ok if you sold him to a friend so you could come and visit him from time to time.)
What a very lovely and Godly man. God Bless you and your family Leonard. I live in Australia but would love to live close to your family.🙋🏼♀️🇦🇺
Thank you brother,
I'm so glad you still have your family and House,
Different story when they step to the next level and use the Court of this world to take everything from you......
It is tough but I love my dear Saviour JESUS
My heart and prayers go out to this lovely family. God will see you through.
What an amazing man to listen to.
I have enjoyed this so much, he is such an amazing soul. I hope God keeps blessing him
I moved from Washington State to Missouri last year and shop at Lilac. Leonard charges HALF the price for the SAME supplements I was buying in Washington State. He is a good man who has fair business practices. I will continue to support his business!
This describes the book 1984 exactly.....big brother always watching and reporting the neighbors activity.....so strange that it's in the Amish community 😔Really it's EVERYWHERE and not going to get any better sadly.God bless these people having to leave the life the have always known behind 😥Same as the truth and like said in one of your earlier videos...it's like the carpet ripped out from under you and there being no floor....God help us all know where to turn during these times because there is evil in every religion 🙏🙏🙏
I am amazed at the intelligence and fluid ability to think and reason. All produce and numbers involved in a total store, farm, animals, intellect involved in running everything.
So you think having the disturbing things of modern entertainment from movies to TV to music make you smart or quicker? Or the phone and internet that is proven to make people stupid with short attention span along with proven fact smoking pot makes the person have lower IQ and with men it affects their sperm and their children are show to have lower IQ also.
May the Lord bless this good Christian man and his family and business and may the Lord protect his property, livestock,family,business so evil doesn’t hurt him , please Lord grace him with abundance showing your love for him during this harsh times .
I pray for the love of Jesus to surround this family , Soft in the hearts of his neighbors ,its Gods love for all to prosper !
There are various twists of legalism. They all cause anxiety and fear. I became severely ill with a nerve disease. It was so painful and supposedly permanent. It was then I questioned what I was taught. My eyes were opened to the true Gospel of grace and the unconditional love of God. Over time my body was healed. I’m 66 years old and I feel better than I did in my 40’s. I also have joy and peace. God bless you my brother.
You don't have to be Amish to be shunned. I have had friends for around 20 years that I considered very close. Due to medical stress in their lives, my friend got all emotionally wacked out and no long wants to be friends. Her and her husband were like family. I know the hurt this young man is feeling. So hard to get over, but like he said put your hand to the plow and don't look back.
I'm in NYC and I would purchase a lot from this store online! I think Leonard is about to have prosperity being his wildest dreams GOD IS GOOD 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
David, thank you for taking the time to share Leonard & Dora Rae's story. It is sad, but very interesting to learn about their culture. They are lucky to have one another and be equally yoked. God will surely bless them beyond all expectation due to their obedience to his word. Their story makes we realize that I need to dive deeper into my bible. Lastly, trials and tribulations makes us stronger, builds our character and definitely reminds us of what to be thankful for. Wishing them all the best.
I've watch 1 and 2. You are not wrong. As a unmarried woman I struggle finding a Christian church that doesn't show ne rejection simply because I'm not married. I continue to live for Jesus. The greatest of all gifts is "love".
I wish I lived closer and would diffently shop at your store.
I think learning to live without worldly influence is a benefit. You always have that knowledge to fall back on.
You and your family are amazing. Praise the Lord that you and your wife have seen the light.
God Bless your family!