From the Archives: A Series Roundup
In case you are new to the ChinaSource Blog or just missed these the first time around, here are a few of our recent series.
Ideas
Editorial reflection and analysis on issues shaping Chinese Christianity.
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Showing the Truths of the Gospel, Graphically
Chinese artist Beibei Nie has brought to life the lies that many in Chinese society hear about themselves, about life, and about the Christian faith
Make Me a Blessing in the Tension
The story of Daniel has great implications for us as we face our own upcoming social changes.
When Our China Stories Ring Hollow
Thoughts about the violent demonstrations on the U.S. Capitol earlier this month.
The Chinese American Church as a New Community for Self-Identification
Understanding the cultural distinctiveness of the Chinese immigrant community doesn’t downplay the role scripture plays in reorganizing one’s philosophical frameworks, and the Holy Spirit’s role in illuminating one’s mind and hear—it helps us to further differentiate the substance of the gospel and the outward forms of the gospel.
Recognizing Blessing in the Coming Integration
Although there may be increasing restrictions for believers in the future, God’s sovereignty is still in force. Socio-political and economic changes can be used by God as instruments to accomplish his purposes.
Making Plans for 2021—for Your Family
We make plans for our professional lives; we should also make plans for our families.
Variations on a Theme
Our China stories are not merely descriptions of an objective reality manifesting itself in the Chinese church; they speak to where we believe China’s church is (or should be) going.
Hope in the Sunset Years
Those who have faith in God and hope in the Lord, even if they are in the twilight of their lives, shall not be worried or afraid, because God has promised that “they still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green."
Gaining Perspective on the Chinese American Christian Diaspora
We are grateful to the contributors of the winter ChinaSource Quarterly for providing us the opportunity to be richly informed in such a crucial season. I hope we can all come to this reading as humble learners, challenged to seek, understand, and grow.
Training Cross-Cultural Workers to Cross Honor-Shame Cultures
How might Christians from one honor-shame culture effectively serve cross-culturally in another honor-shame culture?
Ministering to Those Considering Abortion
If you are a Christian and are wondering where you might serve God; or if you are a servant of the church wondering what new service your church should invest in—then, this area of service should definitely be on your list.