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An article by G. Richard Fisher .Many Christians uncritically accept the writings of Watchman Nee even though few know anything about his background. Many are impressed by the volume of his work and the dogmatism and feeling of deep spirituality that characterize his writings. His ideas and books still influence charismatics, fundamentalists and people in between.
“one need not be a theologian to discover that his teachings call for scrutiny and caution by Christians”
But one need not be a theologian to discover that his teachings call for scrutiny and caution by Christians. Much can be learned about Nee from a cursory reading of some of his books and the writings of others who were around him. These show that his theology developed through encounters with four different people and it was from these that he “borrowed” ideas extensively. Each new book seemed to develop from “discoveries”…
When I first became a Christian, someone recommended the books of Watchman Nee. I bought a half dozen or so. They seemed very spiritual. However, as I studied the Word more, it became apparent that there were problems. I eventually got rid of of all of his books.
Widely read Christian author with some controversial teachings. Nee required blanket, unquestioning obedience. He also taught that all Christians must have a “Covering” – a person who has delegated authority, must be obeyed unconditionally, and who must be imitated. This “covering” does not stop with matters of faith and doctrine, but also extends to personal and secular matters (such as choice of employment, place to live, whether or not to marry, etc.) In addition, Nee taught there should only be one congregation in each city. Whenever Nee’s followers moved into a city, they proclaimed themselves as the only church approved by God in that city. . . Under the leadership of Nee’s disciple and co-worker, Witness Lee, his house church movement, the Local Church (known to it’s followers as “The Lord’s Recovery”) later also became controversial.
Nee had many similar precepts to the International House of Prayer (IHOP)–especially the one approved citywide church concept. Is Mike Bickle a fan of Watchman Nee?!?
This is a good article with some excellent points and a history of where Nee picked up his theology.
Many Christians uncritically accept the writings of Watchman Nee even though few know anything about his background. Many are impressed by the volume of his work and the dogmatism and feeling of deep spirituality that characterize his writings. His ideas and books still influence charismatics, fundamentalists and people in between.
one need not be a theologian to discover that his teachings call for scrutiny and caution by Christians
But one need not be a theologian to discover that his teachings call for scrutiny and caution by Christians. Much can be learned about Nee from a cursory reading of some of his books and the writings of others who were around him. These show that his theology developed through encounters with four different people and it was from these that he “borrowed” ideas extensively. Each new book seemed to develop from “discoveries”…
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