A Century Later, Still Dominant
The Chinese Union Version of the Bible, published in 1919, remains the most dominant and popular translation used in China today. Here are some reasons why.
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An In-depth Look at the Chinese Bible
The guest editor's perspective. . .
Paths of the Soul
Regardless of each person’s personal reason, the ultimate purpose of the pilgrimage was to pray for others.
Learning to Be an Acceptable Outsider
If I can’t become an insider, can I at least become an acceptable outsider?
A New Tool for Suppressing Churches?
Rental leases being used to suppress Chinese house churches.
A Chinese “Screwtape” Dealing in Real Estate
In this playful, satirical article from the journal Territory, writer Liu Chao riffs off C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters, focusing on society’s obsession with real estate as an enticement for Christians to fall away from God.
Regrets in Ministry
It took me several years before I began to realize that the problem was not the lack of spiritual openness or scriptural knowledge of my Chinese brothers and sisters but rather my own biblical illiteracy.
Things I Wish I’d Known
Part 2 of our series, "Going to China."
Partnering in China: The Missing Foundation
On the partnership continuum, friendship is foundational.
Flying the Flag
Official religious groups propose the national flag be displayed at places used for religious activities.
Two Types of Cultural Adjustment
This is the time of year when many people are going to China and facing new routines in a new place and a new…
Two Key Lessons from a TCK Childhood
Goodbyes and being misunderstood—two experiences shared by TCKs.