The Church’s Greatest Crisis Comes from Inside
With the lack of pastoral ethics and recent church expansion, the use of power often becomes a problem. The causes of power abuse and the church’s response are explored.
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Beyond Courageous Leadership and Servant Leadership
The author looks at positive and negative results of both courageous and servant leadership. From Willow Creek Community Church and the moral failure of its pastor, he draws out lessons to be learned for China’s churches.
Not Ruling Over but Feeding the Sheep
What type of church structure would be best for China’s churches? Considerations include China’s historical church governance, the church’s place in society and government, and how to handle situations of power abuse.
When a Celebrity Pastor Falls, Will There Be Apostates?
This novel, in Chinese, is based on the life of Watchman Nee. It looks at his complex relationships as well as his thinking and that of those around him.
Being on Guard against “Spiritualized Political Correctness” in the Church
Spiritual political correctness is a form of legalism shrouded by an appearance of spirituality. While it shapes believers’ thoughts and behavior, over time it harms faith and the church and prepares the ground for the abuse of power by pastors. This requires our serious attention.
Still Tomorrow
The story of a woman, a poet, from rural Hubei province.
5 Podcasts for Your Summer Listening
For all you auditory learners out there!
A Tour of Three-Self Churches
In the summer of 2011 I spent about two months traversing China from Kunming in the south to Hegang near the Russian border in the north visiting registered churches and interviewing the pastors.
A Story of Two Drug Addicts, Part 2
Two women addicted to heroin find hope at the Home of Abundant Grace.
The Challenge of Ethical Leadership in the Church
Looking ahead to the 2019 summer issue of ChinaSource Quarterly, "Leadership Ethics."
A Summer Reading List from Our Contributors
Suggestions for what to pack when heading to the beach, mountains, or wherever your summer travel takes you.
7 Reasons I Liked “China: A History” (and 1 Warning)
A go-to resource for those wanting a brief overview of Chinese history or are looking for an engaging textbook for young students.