On Being a Servant Leader
A reflection on the pastor’s identity as a servant.
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Churches, Posters, and State Propaganda
A look at how churches are responding.
Facing Reality
If facial recognition technology is being rolled out in every other public space, why would we think churches and other religious institutions would be exempt?
A Christian’s Experience in Detention
Brother Xu Guoyong, co-founder of Oak Tree Press in Beijing, was tragically killed in an accident in January 2016. In this excerpt from his writings he reflected on the time he spent imprisoned for his faith.
Those Who Have Served Faithfully
Some of the stories and faces of those brought the gospel to remote areas of China.
Language vs. Attitude
If you intend to live and work in China, France, or wherever, check your attitude. With an attitude of acceptance, participation, immersion, you will not only develop meaningful relationships, but language acquisition will be enhanced.
Developments in Registered Church Ministry
Some observations of the impact of the religious regulations and Siniciation on Three-Self churches.
A Key Way that Christians around the World Can Contribute to Gospel Growth in China
Have you considered that the Chinese student you are connecting with may one day be a person of influence in China?
Training Lay Leaders in China
The Hou Zaimen church in Jinan, Shandong Province has developed a system for training lay people and managing meeting points which are contributing to the spiritual growth of believers.
The Chinese Mayor
The story of a city and a man.
Visualizing the Complexity
"Like everything else about China, the landscape of religious life is quite complicated."
Talking about Sensitive Issues
The conversation taught me the importance of relational trust and humility in addressing sensitive historical topics and the vital role of self-critique in forming the most important of connections: ones that bring us closer to our shared sense of brokenness and the need for grace beyond what we can muster.