Biography

A Life Fully Devoted to God

Full Name: Watchman Nee
Birth: November 4, 1903
Birthplace: China
Parents: Lin He Ping and Nee Weng Su
Wife: Charity Chang
Salvation: Age 18
Death: May 30, 1972

Early Life and Salvation

Watchman Nee was born on November 4, 1903, in China. His mother, Lin He Ping, was raised in a Christian home, though she was adopted into a poor family due to financial hardships. At 18 years old, Nee accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior, dedicating his life to God’s service. His mother, inspired by her prayers, also committed herself to support her son in ministry.

Ministry and Evangelism

From a young age, Nee proclaimed the Gospel alongside his mother in the streets. He traveled across many parts of China, preaching the Word and guiding people to Christ. Nee was known as a powerful teacher and author, writing deeply spiritual works that became influential worldwide. He also led students and young believers into Christian faith, encouraging them to live united and serve wholeheartedly.

Challenges and Faithfulness

Once, during a fire in a city, Nee and five other families were rescued, strengthening his faith in God’s protection. He spent many hours daily in prayer, relying on God for guidance and provision. Even when he suffered from severe illness while preaching in Shanghai, he trusted God and recovered through prayer, faith, and proper care.

Watchman Nee emphasized serving without pay, trusting God for provision, and giving full commitment to every ministry opportunity. He also trained other believers to continue spreading the Gospel to unreached areas of China. Despite persecution, opposition, and being imprisoned for 20 years, he remained faithful to Christ.

Legacy

Nee endured hardships, imprisonment, and poor health with unwavering faith. He passed away on May 30, 1972, at the age of 69, leaving a legacy of dedication, prayer, and discipleship. He taught that using opportunities for God’s work wisely is essential, and neglecting them results in lost blessings.

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Famous Saying:
“Use every opportunity God gives you, for delaying His work leads to loss.”

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Missionary Doctor in India

Birth: –
Home Calling: 1908
Homeland: United States of America
Place of Vision: India

Dr. C. S. Durand dedicated himself to missionary work even before completing his medical studies. After finishing his post-graduate medical training in New York, he and his wife went to India under the Disciples of Christ mission. Although their profession was medicine, they fully engaged in all aspects of the mission, serving both spiritually and physically.

Medical Ministry in India

Dr. Durand was assigned to Harda in Central India. At first, he did not know the local language, but he opened a small dispensary and began treating patients immediately while learning Hindi.

As the number of patients grew, Dr. Durand planned to build a hospital. After trying to find land with no success, he prayed for God’s guidance. The very next day, a man offered a piece of land, and Dr. Durand accepted it and began constructing a hospital. Though small and simple, the hospital became a center for missionary work.

He also worked with leprosy patients, studying remedies to help them. While another missionary, Wharton, preached the Gospel among the lepers, Dr. Durand provided medical care and comfort. He also established a leper asylum on the outskirts of town, giving them a home and care while sharing Christ’s love.

Mrs. Durand’s Ministry

Mrs. Durand managed the boys’ school, teaching for several hours each day. She particularly loved her Sunday school classes for low-caste children and adults. She also visited women and girls in their homes, teaching and encouraging them in Christian faith. When Dr. Durand was away, she sometimes managed the dispensary herself.

After years of fruitful service in India, the Durands returned to the United States, continuing their ministry until the end of their lives.

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