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The Translation of the Bible into Chinese
Reading Peng’s book, alongside the research of many other scholars of the Chinese Bible, reminds China workers today of the very real merits of the Union translation as well as its prominence within the Chinese church.
Responding as a Christian to Beggars
How should Christians respond to those who play loud hymns and beg in front of the church on Sunday? What should the believer’s attitude be towards them? Can a Christian refuse to give money? What does the Bible say? A believer in China discusses this difficult issue.
A Reader Responds to the 2021 Winter CSQ
Today’s author uses the analogy of human development to add nuance and detail to the story of China’s Reforming churches.
Raising the Walls of the Sandbox
As churches in China experience continued tightening, it’s worth considering the wider context of the measures and what their broader purpose is.
The Final Number Is In!
Thanks to all our wonderful friends and donors, we are looking forward to what 2022 will bring with renewed energy for our kingdom calling.
Christmas Was Different for Chinese Churches
A look at how churches in China thought about and prepared to celebrate Christmas during the pandemic.
Expatriate Ministry in China during the Age of COVID
The experience of ministering as an expatriate in China is quite different today, as those who remain struggle to carve out meaningful roles in an increasingly challenging environment.
Top 10 ZGBriefs Links for 2021
Look back at readers’ favorite stories from ZGBriefs.
Understanding the Challenges of Cross-cultural Workers from China
A PhD dissertation analyzing the experiences of cross-cultural workers sent from China is now available in Chinese.
Top 10 Chinese Church Voices Posts in 2021
A look back at what caught your attention last year.
China’s Ambassadors of Christ—Chinese Version
China’s Ambassadors of Christ to the Nations by Tabor Laughlin was published in 2020 by Pickwick Publications, an imprint of Wipf and Stock, as part of their Evangelical Missiological Society Monograph series.
The book is based on Laughlin’s PhD dissertation analyzing the experiences of missionaries sent out from mainland China and delves into the cross-cultural challenges they face and other issues affecting their ability to remain on the mission field.
A Chinese translation of the original dissertation is now available.