

His theological emphases continue to shape both congregations and individuals. Likewise, his example as a man dedicated to God, immersed in Scriptures and, and willing to suffer for Christ provides inspiration for countless Chinese.

Copies of his books, articles, and sermons number in the millions, and these have circulated widely throughout Chinese churches, both official and unofficial. Through these, he continues to exercise enormous influence among Chinese Christians today. Literature was a major part of his ministry and Nee left a considerable legacy of written works. One outworking of this was that, with others, he started and co-led a network of local churches known as the Little Flock Movement. He was an early proponent of separation from Western denominations and advocate for independent local assemblies. Watchman Nee (Ni Tuosheng, 1903–1972), who came to Christ during high school, was a diligent student of the Scriptures, and a tireless witness for Christ.
