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The Three-Self Patriotic Movement
Divergent Perspectives and Grassroots Realities
[…] should not be taken as proof of deep-seated convictions among TSPM Protestants (even if house church leaders insist that they reveal the “false” nature of the TSPM). Instead these savvy Protestants are merely satisfying the outward demands of party-state officials in spotlighted events, and by doing so they are mostly let alone to go […]
Toward a Partnering Mindset
[…] meant to work in interdependence with others. Aware of their own shortcomings, they are thus on the lookout for partners whose gifts compliment their own, and vice-versa. Instead of seeing organizational capabilities in a competitive sense, they delight in bringing wholeness to the community through partnering. Listening is another characteristic of those who partner […]
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Debriefing before the Final Goodbye
[…] who is reluctant to go to a doctor to schedule an appointment. Why? Because you believe something is wrong with the mom or baby? Of course not. Instead, your motivation is prevention and monitoring so that a doctor can catch changes or distress to either the mother or baby. We know that in China […]
Beyond the Standard Narrative
[…] in their service to God, doing more despite the risks, than many Christians in the free West.4 By putting the emphasis on what the government is doing instead of focusing on the lives of Chinese believers, the “standard narrative” unfortunately misses much of what is going on in the Chinese church today. For members […]
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The Preeminence of Love in Chinese Families
[…] in transforming the structure of Chinese society from an authority-based love to a love-based authority. Chinese Christians have not given up due to cultural and political factors. Instead, they have found an even stronger sense of calling, because they see that God wants to use them. They have become blessings within the family and […]
ZGBriefs | June 15, 2017
[…] 24, and woman, 26, killed were among a group of Chinese citizens who obtained a business visa from the Pakistani Embassy in Beijing, the ministry statement said. Instead of doing business, it is alleged the pair went to the Pakistani city of Quetta and under the guise of learning Urdu from a Korean, they […]
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Tough Calls
Indigenous Investing
[…] (Not multiple six figures, for example.) He does not use tear-jerking stories or manipulation. I have other collaborating sources affirming the project. He welcomes receiving project materials instead of money to purchase them. In my opinion, it is a strategic project, replicating, cost-effective, and without buildings. I met the main implementers and quietly observed […]
A Novel Approach to Chinese History
[…] are 10 books I recommend for learning about Chinese history through what I'm calling a novel approach. I've placed them chronologically in terms of Chinese history and instead of telling you much about the story, will share a bit about why you need to read it from a historical perspective. History, in this case, […]
Best Christmas Advice: Act One and Act Two
[…] Is her advice to “not underestimate the power of your presence” more powerful because of this obvious demonstration of where it could lead? I don’t think so. Instead, I see it as a mercy from God as he has lifted up the curtain and allowed a peek behind the mystery of much of what […]
One Last Summer Reading Recommendation
[…] parts at the same time. True trust came after years of serving. Real suffering came with the years of suffering. Both were true, neither negating the other; instead, they informed each other. “Finally he met my eyes. ‘I believe the time is coming when you will need to leave us to protect us.’ His […]