A Faith without Borders

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ZGBriefs | May 16, 2019

Can China become the wine world’s next California? (May 12, 2019, South China Morning Post) The US state took 40 years to become one of the world’s great wine regions. China wants to do it in 10.

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ZGBriefs | May 9, 2019

The Hermit Culture Living On in China’s Misty Mountains  (May 4, 2019, Sixth Tone) Disillusioned recluses have come to the Zhongnan Mountains for centuries. Now, a government campaign threatens their way of life.

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ZGBriefs | May 2, 2019

Chiang Mai’s Chinese Transfer Students  (April 26, 2019, China File) In search of an affordable alternative to Chinese education, a growing number of Chinese parents are moving their children to international schools in Thailand.

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ZGBriefs | April 25, 2019

For China’s Abandoned Children, Acrobatics Is a Harsh Last Hope (April 16, 2019, Sixth Tone) Critics pan rural schools as exploitative and dangerous. Advocates say they fill a social need.

A Faith without Borders

To a Japanese professor with Chinese scholars, a Chinese businesswoman with a German officemate, a teacher’s aide, a group of musicians, a retired neighbor and so many others, “Thank you, for helping me have a faith without borders.”

Cult Activity in China Impacts Churches

While the number of Christians continues to grow in China, so too does the number of cults active in China.

The Impact of School Culture

What is considered normal and acceptable in education varies from culture to culture. Understanding cultural values is crucial for students to succeed. 

A Village with My Name

A Book Review

Without being a heavy historical text, this book provides something for everyone interested in China.

Faith. Hope. Love.

For many years I had a scroll hanging on my wall with the Chinese characters for faith, hope, and love. If the Biblical admonition to be salt and light includes our home decorations, well, this little piece of parchment was salty indeed.

Seeking God for International Student Ministry in China

Late last year, a group of pastors, minsitry leaders and students met to discuss the needs of international students in China and how to best support those serving them.

A Family Tour

A Film Review

A story about exile. 

Tianjin!

A city in the shadow of Beijing—but well worth a visit.

Studying Christianity in China

A Book Review

The last decade has seen an increase in the number of young Chinese scholars choosing to make Christianity part of their academic studies. Who are these young scholars?

Chinese Bible Printing in China

The Story of Amity Printing Company

This year marks the 100th  anniversary of the first edition of the completed Mandarin Union Version Bible. Instrumental in the distribution of this Bible in China has been Amity Printing Press in Nanjing. 

Reconciliation Is Good, But . . .

Is reconciliation between the Three-self church and house church possible? 

Belt and Road Initiative

A Reading Roundup

Following the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation held in Beijing last week, here are resources to provide background and context. 

7 Reasons Why Sinicization Is Not Rhetoric This Time

Isn't this just propaganda, empty threats, or show. Haven’t we seen similar programs rolled out in the past?

Teaching Children to Pray

The ultimate and eternal aim of raising children is to lead them to become people who worship God, which is the fundamental difference between how disciples of Christ and the people of the world raise children. Praying with children and leading them to pray is essential to achieving this aim....

Life in Motion

A Resource for Those in Transition

A ten-week Bible study that encourages the internationally mobile to turn to see what the Bible says about transition. 

When Meridians Guide Needles Not Ships

All that the layman could ever want to know about the historical development and philosophical roots of both Chinese and Western medicine in a condensed and readable form: that is Dr. Pak-Wah Lai’s gift to the readers of The Dao of Healing.