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Book ReviewSit, Walk, Stand, by Watchman NeeSit, Walk, Stand, by Watchman Nee is a compilation from his messages on the book of Ephesians. Watchman Nee divides Ephesians into three parts, resulting in a trio of teachings that cover “our position in Christ,” “our life in the world,” and “our attitude toward the enemy.” Nee’s succinct one-word prescription for each – forming the title of his treatise – is that we are to “sit,” “walk,” and “stand.” As expected, each of the book’s three chapters addresses one element of the title. First, Nee notes that we receive the gifts we are given by God “not by walking, but by sitting,” “not by doing, but by resting in the Lord.” Second is walk. This suggests “behavior,” as well as denoting forward “progress.” He proceeds to instruct on the importance of offering our first fruits to God, then he swiftly segues into a lesson from Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins. Last, Nee admonishes that “Every Christian must learn also to stand,” to “be prepared for conflict,” that is “wrestling with evil spirits.” He instructs that the phrase “stand against” can best be understood as to “hold your ground.” The weapons for this warfare are purely defensive, adding that “in Christ we are already conquerors.” Nee wraps up by sharing an inspiring personal story, appropriately titled, “The God of Elijah.” Read more Movie Reviews and Book Reviews |
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