Twelve Baskets Full, Vol. 1

by Watchman Nee

Various messages by W. Nee Vol. 1

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1965

About the author

Watchman Nee (Chinese: 倪柝聲; pinyin: Ní Tuòshēng; Foochow Romanized: Ngà̤ Táuk-sĭng; 1903–1972) was a Chinese Christian author and church leader during the early 20th century. He spent the last 20 years of his life in prison and was severely persecuted by the Communists in China. Together with Wangzai, Zhou-An Lee, Shang-Jie Song, and others, Nee founded The Church Assembly Hall, later which would be also known as the "Local churches" (Chinese: 地方教會). or more commonly as (聚會所) meaning "assembly hall"

Born into a Methodist family, Watchman Nee experienced a religious revival, and joined the Church of Heavenly Peace, Fuzhou in 1920 at age 17 and began writing in the same year. In 1921, he met the British missionary M. E. Barber, who was a great influence on him. Through Miss Barber, Nee was introduced to many of the Christian writings which were to have a profound influence on him and his teachings. Nee attended no theological schools or Bible institutes. His knowledge was acquired through studying the Bible and reading various Christian spiritual books. During his 30 years of ministry, beginning in 1922, Nee traveled throughout China planting churches among the rural communities and holding Christian conferences and trainings in Shanghai. In 1952 he was imprisoned for his faith; he remained in prison until his death in 1972.

Reviews

[Esther Hong · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fragments, like short stories, which I miss.

God Silences Man, The Washing of Feet, Wine Mingled with Gall, and The Eternal Cross stood out.

[Wayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good messages

[Sam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short messages with references to Biblical stories.
Nice quick read.

'We acquire no permanent values from the Word unless we pay the price of making it our own.. When Gold is tried in fire the heat does not turn it into copper; the fire does not change its nature, it only refines it.' (p58)

Knowing the Lord
'Jesus called her (Mary Magdelene) by name.' (p68)
'Vast difference between an intellectual understanding of the W0rd of God regarding His Son and a spiritual revelation of HIm.'
Story of disciples going back to fishing after Jesus's death - recognised it was the Lord inwardly but outwardly didn't make sense.
'True revelation is paradoxical. Outward evidence is unconvincing and leaves us questioning; but inward assurance makes questioning irrelevant.' (p72)

[Royce Ratterman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Most books are rated related to their usefulness and contributions to my research.
Overall, a good book for the researcher and enthusiast.
Read for personal research
- found this book's contents helpful and inspiring - number rating relates to the book's contribution to my needs.

[Wes F · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hadn't read any Watchman Nee for a long time and enjoyed these challenging & inspiring comments on what true life lived in Christ is all about.

[Douglas Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

All are presented in a daily devotional style.