A worker with many years of experience with NGOs in China discusses how Christians can advance God’s kingdom through outreach, outside the four walls of a church building. He examines the ways that Christians can work alongside a government that is atheistic and hostile to the gospel, using many examples from Scripture. He encourages believers to be creative in their approach to sharing their faith in such a challenging environment.
In an atheistic society, we had to find a culturally acceptable entry point for disseminating the message of God’s love. Reviving the traditional value of cosmic-social harmony fitted into the context.
When the officials find that the service satisfies their interest, they would even introduce us to connect with some other channels which we can leverage to multiply our impact.
It is our responsibility to actively seek the opportunities for building shalom and to pray earnestly for the authorities until we see the alternative doors opened for holistically blessing the people in China.
Daniel's wholehearted sincerity and purity made him distinguishable among all officials. This purity of Christ's love in our hearts can also make our non-profit organizations stand out, even under governmental restrictions.
An outreach approach acceptable to the government and public interest will be a solution. The police can block a venue, but charity, merciful actions, and care for neighbors can gain societal support.