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History: It’s Essential
[…] ideas that are new to us are only that: new to us. There are few things that are truly unprecedented. Reading of history is liberating: we are freed from the obligation to reinvent the wheel. We ignore history at our peril but are rewarded for our veneration of its lessons. Nowhere is this more […]
Social Media in China
Why Social Matters
[…] guanxi (personal relationships) are one of the three cultural keys that will enable significant connections with Chinese friends and colleagues – more details on all three keys in this June 2013 post. But what does this relationship building look like in China’s social media savvy market today? This series of posts will outline not only why it […]
Is There a Role for the Western Church in China?
I have been reflecting recently on Brent Fulton’s challenge to rethink partnership between Western and Chinese churches. I have had an interest in the church in China for the past twenty years and have traveled there frequently for a variety of reasons—including work with several Chinese churches. My PhD thesis focused on historical efforts to reach the Chinese intelligentsia for the Christian faith. China has always been near the top of the list of places where exciting things are happening and where I, as a pastor of missions, would like to see our church make a contribution.
Book Reviews
A Pentecostal Perspective on the Chinese Union Version
[…] Presbyterian Mission, Chuancey Goodrich, a Congregational missionary, and F. W. Baller, a Baptist missionary. Jenny Everts, “Tongues or Languages? Contextual Consistency in the Translation of Acts 2,” <em>Journal of Pentecostal Theology</em> Vol. 2 Issue 4 (1994): 71-80. <em>Annual Report of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom</em>, 16-17, available at: <a href="https://www.uscirf.gov/annual-reports">Annual Reports | USCIRF</a>.
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Christianity’s Impact on Chinese Society
[…] of Chinese, particularly in the cities, have been improved by the economic miracle that their country has achieved. Less impressive has been the progress towards greater political freedom, the urgency of which has no doubt been blunted by the economic gains. Anecdotal evidence from those who observe the Christian scene in China suggests that […]
Comparing Peaches and Coconuts
More on Indirect Communications
When we encounter cross-cultural differences like the indirect communication style featured in my recent post on the rule of three we have a choice. You either complain about the difference and become frustrated or seek to understand it better and adapt.
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Chinese Culture and the Ethos of Suffering in the Chinese Church
[…] would say, too much—but we do not know what it means to be ‘wasted on God.’11 To summarize Watchman Nee’s ministry: His cause of death was probably 20 years of imprisonment. Not one Christian was present at his death; his body was cremated and given to a sister. His wife had already died years […]
One Tip for Effective Communication in China
The Rule of Three
[…] If we dig deeper into the source of these communication differences it comes back to the way the Chinese person views relationships. In the next post, we will explore in more depth the major differences on how these two cultures view relationships. Image credit: PMA Fresh Connections China 2015 by Produce Marketing Association via Flickr.
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Single Women Ministering in China
[…] some specific reasons why single ministers in China are able to keep going? Let us look at some real-life stories. God called Ma Lin in her late 20s. She serves as a single minister in a city far from her home. Some believers were critical of her as her preaching was not always clear […]
ZGBriefs | March 16, 2023
[…] reopening borders to foreign tourists for first time since Covid erupted (March 14, 2023, BBC) From 15 March, foreign offices can process applications for Chinese visas. Visa- free entry will also resume in Hainan Island and Shanghai for cruise ships. Tour groups from Hong Kong and Macau will also regain their visa-free privilege. In […]