Being a Western Christian in the Global Church
Before we can assess our role in the global church we must first have an accurate picture of the church around the world today.
Stories
Firsthand accounts of faith lived out in the context of Chinese Christianity.
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From KTV Girl to Church Planter
A testimony of God's saving grace.
China’s Earliest Known Hymn
A hymn from the Tang Dynasty.
Chinese Church Music
The first in a new series on church music in China.
Touring Three-Self Churches
But for me, the striking thing was the homogeneity of the churches over time and place. The churches and their pastors simply went faithfully about their business, the business of sharing and teaching their faith, and leading the people in worship—doing what the church is called to do.
A Celebrity Divorce Prompts Thoughts on Marriage
The impending divorce of Korean film stars, Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo, causes a Chinese believer to reflect on marriage and love.
The West Gate Church in Kaifeng
A chat with an evangelist in an ancient capital of China.
Dealing with Local Officials in a Changing China, Part 3
Despite the regulatory uncertainty many organizations are now facing, there are a number of unchanging basic principles that can increase the yield of any government relations program.
So, How Are They Now?
Following up on Chinese Christians after their expat colleagues had to leave.
A Church in Nanyang
Conversations with the gatekeeper and the pastor.
Dealing with Local Officials in a Changing China, Part 2
One of the biggest changes over the last ten years is the aggressive expansion of surveillance technology.
The Church in Ankang
Meeting the pastors of the church in Ankang, and an impromptu opportunity to share.