My experience of the election and grace of the Triune God—the providential care of the Heavenly Father, the guarding of the Holy Spirit, and the guidance of the Holy Son—is truly a testament to what John Newton described as Amazing Grace in his hymn: “grace appeared the hour I first believed.”
How The Soviets, Japanese and Americans Together Lifted Chinese Communists Out of Obscurity — with Frank Dikötter (May 18, 2026, Peking Hotel) We trace the origin story of the Chinese Communist Party, and revisit how the CCP went from an obscure, unpopular, intellectual-led political force to take over the whole of mainland China.
Zhengzhou: Cradle of Civilization (May 7, 2026, China Partnership) House church pastors say there is a vibrant Christian heritage in Zhengzhou, but that, as people have moved to the city from the countryside, churches have struggled to disciple believers through urbanization.
Virtual Book Launch - Chinese Christian Witness: Identity, Creativity, Transmission, and Poetics (Center for Global Christianity and Mission) You are invited to join a conversation about the new book, Chinese Christian Witness, edited by Xiaoli Yang and Daryl Ireland.
How Chinese Netizens Find Joy, Identity, and Rebellion in Food (April 22, 2026, The World of Chinese) People are taking stock of what’s in front of them—namely, food—uniting online for peace of mind, as well as practical pleasure.
If you’ve been thinking about visiting China and wondering if you should go, I say DO IT!
These sessions showcased the intensity and seriousness with which this generation is pursuing in-depth knowledge with academic integrity, intellectual purpose, and faith.
The Chinese church is currently experiencing compression and purification. If it can take root amid headwinds, trust amid uncertainty, and discern direction amid complexity, this period may well become the foundation for future revival.
Hope flows out of this story. Shaped by solid historical information, filled with testimonies and accounts, with a story line that tells a gripping story, the conclusion is hope.
Diaspora is not a condition to be solved. It is a place to be inhabited.
Christianity is not merely philosophical speculation, but a system of empirical knowledge based on ‘the Word becoming flesh plus Emmanuel.’
Whether through manna in the wilderness, Elijah’s ravens, Paul’s tents, or the generosity of the Philippian church, Scripture is replete with examples of God using any and all of these means to provide for his people.
More than an update, this is a space to listen, to learn, and to pray together.
Each member of the network plays a critical but different role in carrying out actions of loving kindness and righteousness to transform society.
As we move forward, seeking God's will and direction for ChinaSource, we hold on to one constant truth and promise—Our crucified and risen Lord Jesus Christ is advancing his kingdom and fulfilling his Father's will and plan for the ages in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Through the indwelling Spirit of God, we can join with the saints of ancient times and pray with Chinese Christians for the empowerment and manifestation of the Spirit for the Kingdom of God.
