The Watchman Nee They Knew

Indiana · 12-04-2017, 05:12 PM

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Ron Kangas shared in a radio message on Acts: “Sometimes we idealize the persons we call Bible heroes. Really this is not a biblical notion. We just may not understand that the Lord may intend to include a record of the shortcomings and even the failings of some of His best servants in order that we may learn from them.”

Ron made this statement as a prelude to his transparent fellowship concerning Apostles James and Peter, repeating Witness Lee’s words on their shortcomings and failings as Apostles. There was no compunction about doing so, and neither should there be in being transparent about the two men of God who have impacted the local churches, directly and dramatically. But much of their history is hidden from view as has been the history of local church government under their leadership.

Upon the resumption of Watchman Nee's ministry in 1948 he presented the test of the age to the church on authority and submission. But the teaching itself needs to undergo a test and so do those who take it seriously.

The Test

"But one day Noah became drunk in his vineyard and he uncovered himself in his tent. His youngest son, Ham, saw his father’s nakedness and told his two brothers outside. So far as Noah’s conduct was concerned, he certainly was wrong;...Yet, Ham failed to see the dignity of authority. ...It is seen then that the failure of Noah became a TEST to Shem, Ham, Japheth, and Ham’s son, Canaan. It revealed who was obedient and who was rebellious. Noah’s fall unveiled Ham’s rebellion.” (Spiritual Authority, Nee,1948)

12-04-2017, 05:12 PM	#1
Indiana Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 713	The Watchman Nee They Knew www.lordsrecovery.us/TheWatchmanNeeTheyKnew.pdf Ron Kangas shared in a radio message on Acts: “Sometimes we idealize the persons we call Bible heroes. Really this is not a biblical notion. We just may not understand that the Lord may intend to include a record of the shortcomings and even the failings of some of His best servants in order that we may learn from them.” Ron made this statement as a prelude to his transparent fellowship concerning Apostles James and Peter, repeating Witness Lee’s words on their shortcomings and failings as Apostles. There was no compunction about doing so, and neither should there be in being transparent about the two men of God who have impacted the local churches, directly and dramatically. But much of their history is hidden from view as has been the history of local church government under their leadership. Upon the resumption of Watchman Nee's ministry in 1948 he presented the test of the age to the church on authority and submission. But the teaching itself needs to undergo a test and so do those who take it seriously. The Test "But one day Noah became drunk in his vineyard and he uncovered himself in his tent. His youngest son, Ham, saw his father’s nakedness and told his two brothers outside. So far as Noah’s conduct was concerned, he certainly was wrong;...Yet, Ham failed to see the dignity of authority. ...It is seen then that the failure of Noah became a TEST to Shem, Ham, Japheth, and Ham’s son, Canaan. It revealed who was obedient and who was rebellious. Noah’s fall unveiled Ham’s rebellion.” (Spiritual Authority, Nee,1948)