BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 25TH, 1933
BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 25TH, 1933
Mr. F. Ide.
Beloved Brother, — I should have sent a line from the steamer, but decided to wait until we arrived so as to say something of Mr. Nee as in America.
We reached New York on Lord’s Day and so did not have the privilege of the breaking of bread but we attended the gospel meeting. Nee had to remain on board until Monday morning as he had no U.S.A. visa. We had a good voyage, although two days were somewhat rough. My wife was poorly one of the days and she had a bad day from headache since our arrival, but she is quite well now, thank God. The voyage did us all good, especially myself. We found all well here and interest in the truth very good. There was a very large meeting on Tuesday at which Nee spoke. Considering everything, I thought the word good, although some things said had doubtful significance. On Wednesday there were fellowship meetings at Westfield — an address in the evening by Nee. Many thought it more than wonderful, but the doctrine distressed me. It was on deliverance, and Nee showed that he has a system [p. 405] of teaching of his own, as I may say, on Romans 6, Romans 7 and Romans 8. As he was free on the steamer he made known many things as to his belief and conditions generally in the meetings in China. His understanding as to prophecy is quite unscriptural — surprisingly so, as he has a general knowledge of what has been delivered to the saints by those who were taught of God.
Thus the whole position in China is most precarious, as Nee is by far the most influential among the brethren there. My comfort is that the Lord has heard His people during several years as to the movement in that land, and I am assured He will stand by them now. He will make a way for us. In the meantime it is for us to watch and pray more intently.
We are thinking much of our dear brethren in Great Britain, rejoicing in the goodness of God so constantly seen. Our cheer during the recent visit was, perhaps, greater than on any previous occasion. I hope to go to Detroit next week for meetings September 2nd — 4th there.
We trust Mrs. Ide and you all keep well. We thank you both again for all your kindness to us. With our united love to all,
Affectionately in Christ,
James Taylor.