Religion in China—By the Numbers
Some interesting statistics from the new government White Paper on religious belief and practice in China.
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Have You Eaten?
Memorable meals with students and friends.
Changing Dynamics of Church Growth in China
What might affect church growth in China today?
Pastoring Those Who Face Sexual Temptation
As we face temptation, we must learn to deal with ourselves and put to death the “old man.” In doing so, we must not declare surrender so lightly—let us rather fight at all costs, and ask the Lord to increase our strength.
Teaching with Faith and Professionalism
""For foreign Christian English teachers to function effectively, a growing attention to professionalism in work and witness is needed." This book addresses that need.
If You Sell and I Give Away—Can We Still Be Friends?
Sell, sort, ship, give away, or leave by the curb? What do we do with our stuff when it is time to move?
Out of China: How the Chinese Ended the Era of Domination
A very helpful resource and a reminder that one dare not approach China without having done one’s history homework!
Celebrating Holy Week in China
Many churches in China marked Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday with special worship services. Here are pictures from two of the services.
Bibles in China: The Gray Zone Shrinks
Bibles are now no longer for sale online in China, and that is, indeed, bad news. But we need to be clear what hasn’t happened and what has happened.
Wangdrak’s Rain Boots
For a glimpse of Tibet, for a good story about childhood struggles and a precious friendship, or just for the opportunity to see how something as simple as rain can turn a town upside down, this is a worthy watch.
7 Trends: Why You Need to Pay Attention
The lines for foreign involvement in China are being redrawn, it seems, on an almost daily basis. Being aware of this changing environment is crucial for those who seek to remain relevant.
Being the Chinese Church in the Face of Growing Political Uncertainty
Chinese Christians are asking how they should respond to the new religious regulations. Here is one pastor's response.