If you really want to be delivered from strongholds in your life, grow closer to God, understand what Col 3:3 means (for as far as this world is concerned, you hve died and your new, real life is hidden with Christ in God - Amplified version), if you have never really understood (with the heart, not the head) how to live the life God has commanded us to live then this is the book to read.

Do not be deceived though - I think of this book as a mirror. You cannot read this book and not see the stark, glaring image of yourself in it - and it is not a pretty sight - which is good - because when we look in the mirror we should be seeing Christ, not ourselves. There is so much in this book - but the best thing of all is that it is very practical, very applicable and very detailed yet in a step by step approach. Trust me, people - if there is no other book that you read, read this one. I have read about 12 other Watchman Nee books - by far this is has been the most impacting. Enjoy and be changed!

I would recommend this book to every Christian today. These words come from the life of a Chinese Christian leader who was dedicated to God by his mother and taught by the Lord. The Holy Spirit continues to work in significant ways underground in China today and this man was a vessel that the Lord was able to pour Himself from in the early and mid 20th century. The meaning of his words, I dare say, is nothing new at all. Jesus spoke of it when he said that "the man who loses his life for My sake will find it." Paul called it "living by faith" and spoke of it when he said that he had been crucified with Christ and no longer lived. John declared it when he spoke of "walking in the light" and "knowing Him." Every vessel of the Lord in the Bible pointed to our Redeemer. That He alone is victor, and what that means. That we can't, but He can, so Satan stands condemned (the witness of the Holy Spirit as Jesus said in John 16:8-11). This is what Watchman Nee does here. This is simply the Holy Spirit pointing to Himself. Nee lays out the lack in the experience of Christians in his time (very much the same today), then he speaks of what the Bible shows our experience really is in the Lord (just the Lord's life!). Finally, he speaks on the simple truth of Jesus as Lord of all and how to let Him be all victory through you. Because "it is finished". Is Jesus the victor in and through you? Or are you still doing and "reaching more victory" with time? Does Satan stand condemned in your life because He's fighting the Lord? We need not try to do anything. "For the LAW of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the LAW of sin and death." In speaking here, Watchman Nee reveals a deep problem within so much Christian view today. It is the same old problem of sin: living in unbelief as if we are the answer. Christ is Victor! And in these ripe times He will boldly live my life. His victory is in me!

Dear Reader,

I've been in ministry for quite some time now. And I'm a huge fan of Jesus Christ, whom by the power of the Holy Ghost, used Watchman Nee in a mighty way. "ALL" of his books, I have about 40 from his collection. All of what I've read has changed my entire ministry. Although in Nee's teachings, he indicates with the Word of God to back it up, that we're not changed, but EXCHANGED! I thank God, and I glean from all of his teachings, and preach them from the pulpit. Many are set free and awakened by the anointing and truth of his teachings. Some thought they knew it all until they've read Nee, and even preached Nee.

Glory to God in the Highest!

Certainly an authority on Christian character. An excellent resource splendidly articulated. You just keep coming back to it.

Too many Christians are concerned about operating in the power of God. But the power of God without the character of God is useless in the longterm. I've read thousands of books during my lifetime. This is one of the top five. It is a rare breed of a book and a must read for anyone who is serious about building the inner character of God.

I recommend this book to all "new" christians and "old" ones alike. It clearly defines many of the characteristics of the christian life that usually go untouched in churches today. A must read for all believers!

Stephen Kaung has truly compiled the finest of the wheat in both the volumes of this series. Every page is a challenge to your life and walk with God, from the sketch of the Nee's life all the way to the last page of volume 2. Do yourself a favor and get both of these books!!

After 3 books on the man's history, I find this one (my 4) the most tellling. Many pictures showing the origins, rise and tumultous years of this man.

Of particular note: the 2 main perspectives (British and American) essays are exellent. It is a great book to read just before a big text based account of WW2.

Cinema is considered to be 105 years old; its centenary was celebrated in 1995. What is much less known is that motion pictures existed almost from the beginning of the 19th century. These motion pictures did not project films; they used different systems and techniques to create the impression of movement. They form the "Victorian cinema" in the title of this book. The most popular mass entertainment medium of the 20th century came about because, during the 19th century, a huge number of scientists, entertainers, industrialists, speculators and crazy inventors devoted their lives (and a lot of them came to sticky ends because of that) to the improvement of motion pictures. This book is an encyclopedic collection of short biographies that provide a great glimpse into their lives and the various pre-cinematic motion picture systems. It is not a narrative that one can be immersed into but all the same it is moving, because so many of these people had tragic lives, and impressive, because of its comprehensive and truly international scope. Also, it is extremely useful for students of both early cinema and the Victorian era.

Watchman Nee gives so much insight in this book, that it is hard to read in one setting. There is so much revelation to be gleaned. The chapters each seem like they could be separate books. The most significant revelation came from the chapter on pressure. He says without pressure there is no power. Great word illustrations accompany his profound teaching. If you've ever experienced pressure to the point where you thought you were going to burst, then this book is for you. I do reccomend this book to people who are tired of fluff reading. Although , I greatly disagree with his opinions on water baptism, this book is a must read. The last chapter was a perfect way to end the book, leaving you with hope and an increased awareness of the awesomeness of the God.

I have 20 of Watchman Nee's books (I've read about 15) He is definintly my favorite author. If you are not familiar with Watchman Nee, or you have a short attention span, this book is for you! It's a short book and easy to read and it is filled with profound spiritual revelation. I have recomended it to countless people. Another book I can recomend by Nee is "The Life That Win's" I know that you will be blessed by both.

A star-studded cast, but not a lot of topical or scholarly innovation in this collection of essays. Many of the essays seem to be simple narratives of battles that whole books have been published about elsewhere. There are some interesting bits -- Griffith's article on tactics is a bright spot, as is Trudeau on entrenchment. In this sort of work, though, I'm really looking for more innovative, new scholarship, and that's not what I see here.

I'm unable to refrain from mentioning that I feel the concept of Jackson having a "learning disability" is poppycock. I recommend Robertson's biography of the general.

I am greatly torn over whether to give With My Face to the Enemy three or four stars. Four stars ultimately prevails because it seems to me that just about any book about the Civil War is almost by definition worth reading, and there is much in With My Face to the Enemy that will please both Civil War aficionados and those with but a passing interest. Of particular moment are two articles about the Confederate pirate ships (and let's be honest, they *were* pirate ships sans the physical violence) Alabama and Shenandoah, which reveal the genuinely global reach of the conflict. Every article has something to recommend it, even if, like Stephen Sears' essay on Chancellorsville, you've read it all before.

But there are some flaws, too. Most glaring and annoying is the lack of an index. Is there any Civil War student who does not rush to the index first to find references to his (or her) favorite general or battle? No such luck here; you'll have to read the entire book for those brief references to Howard, Hancock, McPherson, et al. Second, the articles lack two of the major selling points of military history magazines - color maps and illustrations. Now, I'm a big boy and I don't *need* pictures with my text, but often the art that accompanies an MHQ article is more powerful than the text. Third, there is a fault that lies with far too many Civil War pieces: biographies of important figures devolving into hagiographies. For too many Civil War biographers their subject can do, and did no, wrong. Crowley himself uses the word "hagiography" in one of his introductions. Whether it's Stonewall or Lee, or Admiral Porter or Sheridan, the lavish praise becomes tiring. And the final gripe to be made is toward Crowley's introductions, which borrow too liberally from the essays, adding nothing yet stealing the thunder of the contributors. (The same complaint can be made of Crowley's introductions to the What If? series.)

These are not much more than petty gripes, however. The Civil War remains a fascinating topic, and With My Face to the Enemy provides a wide range of essays covering many areas of the war. The collection deserves a spot on the bookshelf.

This collection of essays, compiled by Donald and Cowley, is a real treat. It offers a nice mix of storylines from both Union and Confederate perspectives. Maps abound to assist the text pertaining to various battles/troop movements. A word of caution, however - these essays have been collected from past issues of Military History Quarterly. This may explain why no notes or bibliographies are offered. Many of these offerings present novel twists on Civil War subjects - Lincoln's genius with the English language, Charles Stone's ordeal with the Federal legislature and Nathan Bedford Forrest's role at Ft. Pillow are just three of 30+ topics brought to bear. Finally, on a structural note, this book is 500+ pages of somewhat small print.

I really enjoyed this title by Watchman Nee.Back To The Cross reminds us we have to know what happened and recognize it's significance to our present-day lives as Christians.Much like his other works,this title provokes thought and entices a reader to read the WORD -that is,the BIBLE-

Take Heed is a topical book covering many aspects of the rich life of one who follows Jesus Christ. It is an encouragement to disciples to be not distracted by the many things and spirits of this world.

The book includes 2 sections: I) Warning and Encouragement & II)Admonition and Discipline each with numberous subtopics.