Seeking to Understand Church Growth in China
A survey to better understand fundamental questions about the state of the church and church members in today’s China.
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The Blessing—China
Wherever you are in this summer of pandemic, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you.
Saving Face
In Chinese culture the concept of face is a very important part of social interaction and is specific to the group or family to which the person belongs.
Two Pastors Discuss the Impact of Media on the Church (1)
The coronavirus has pushed many churches in China to rethink and expand their online ministries. Here Franklin Wang, a pastor in Beijing, shares his thoughts on why Christians must use media in their ministry.
Unanswered Questions
We know the church in China has grown, but what has influenced individuals to place their trust in Christ?
Cultivating Chinese Missionaries Faithfully and Realistically
There is a Chinese saying 《十年树木，百年树人》 which means, “It takes ten years to grow a tree but a hundred to cultivate a person.”
One Virus, Two Cities
If the global pandemic has laid bare our shared vulnerability, then it has also highlighted our interdependence as global citizens.
Pray for Flood Victims in China
Millions have been affected by severe flooding in southern China. Let's pray with Christians in China that the floods subside and relief reaches those in need.
National Religion Surveys of China
What do two nationwide studies tell us about the growth of the church in China?
Xi’an!
How I spent my first Christmas holiday in China.
Reciprocity—Goes Both Ways and Keeps on Going
Building relationships through sharing resources.
Back in Church in China
While many places in China continue to take precautions against the coronavirus pandemic, churches in some areas are resuming their in-person worship services. The Gospel Times highlights several churches that recently resumed worship services.