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The Gospel, Philosophy, and Chinese Culture
A selection of books that provide an in-depth look at the relationships between the gospel, philosophy and Chinese culture.
The Cultural Crisis of Peasants in the Cities
Urbanization in China is proceeding at full speed with no return. Nowadays, more and more factories are being established in Special Economic Zones (SEZs). These bring not only many opportunities to entrepreneurs, but many young people from villages seize the moment and rush to the cities for jobs. The city is a place full of possibilities and pitfalls. There are non-Christian peasants who come to know Jesus Christ in the city; however, there are also Christian peasants who lose their faith there.
China, the Greatest Christian Nation in the World
China is on the road to becoming a world power. The question is not if it will, but rather what kind of influence it will exert on the world scene. What path will the nation take?
“Spiritual Pollution” in the Chinese Church?
The impact of philosopy, both from the east and the west, on the church in China.
History, Myth, and Missions
Lessons to be learned from history,
Contextualizing the Christian Message in China
Is the gospel accessible and understandable in China today?
That They May Be One
The past decade has seen a significant shift among churches and organizations involved in China. Recognizing the enormity of the task and the need…
Understanding the Chinese Church
The Resurrection of the Chinese Church by Tony Lambert.
Reviewed by Joe Laird
If You’re Going to Partner in China…
Four keys to better understanding of Chinese culture.
The Formation of a New City-to-City Partnership
There is a growing trend for groups of churches in a city or region to partner together to develop a strategy for effective ministry. Recently a group of churches did just that and choose to focus their ministry efforts on one city in China. Here is an interview with a church leader who has been part of the process.
A Cord of Four Strands
The story of churches partnering together to serve cross-culturally in China.