The Revival of a Rural Church
While there are many negative news reports during the COVID-19 pandemic, this story of a revitalized rural church is a much-needed source of encouragement.
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Grief—What about the Kids?
What impact does it have on a child who suddenly needs to leave the country that has been home?
Lessons from Timothy Richard
“Real Lives of Real Missionaries: The Life and Ministry of Timothy Richard,” a webinar presented by Dr. Andrew Kaiser.
Encountering China: The Evolution of Timothy Richard’s Missionary Thought (1870–1891)
Welsh Baptist missionary to China Timothy Richard (1845-1919) was once widely regarded as "one of the greatest missionaries whom any branch of the Church, whether Roman Catholic, Russian Orthodox, or Protestant, has sent to China." Today, few have heard of Richard and his remarkable lifetime of ministry in China.
Priceless Words
The pitfalls of semantics in cross-linguistic communication.
Encouragement in Suffering
Do you need encouragement in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic? Are you a Timothy to those in need of encouragement?
Sometimes It’s the Little Things
These triggers—things that pop up suddenly and unexpectedly in the midst of life today but that take you back to then and there—are perfect examples of how grief triggers work.
In the Valley of Vision
The Puritans described it as the place “where I live in the depth, but see thee in the heights . . . that valley is the place of vision.”
Approaching the Christian Tradition in Chinese Academic Settings
A reflection on the paradox of teaching in an officially atheistic state and yet having the opportunity to teach Christian and religious material.
Is Having Insurance an Indication of Unbelief?
Many churches in China expect pastors to receive low salaries and compensation because it is the “spiritual” thing to do.
Are You Ready for Transition? Again?
“Did you ever consider staying home? Getting settled and looking for a job?” This was the burning question I just had to ask.
Salt in the Soup
Three church leaders in China reflect on their experiences of “doing church” in the midst of a health crisis and quarantine.