Tag: Christians in China
Challenges to Spiritual Maturity in a Connected World
Secularization affects the church everywhere and China is no exception. This conversation with an experienced pastor from East China points out that the connectedness of our current age contributes to the challenges of secularization and often hampers spiritual growth.
Serving Believers in Flooded Shanxi
The story of how a church in JieXiu responded to the needs of a church and believers, devastated as a result of the torrential rains and flooding in Shanxi province.
The Impact of the Coronavirus Outbreak on a Christian Official
A Testimony
The coronavirus situation is like a wake-up call. I don’t know when my life will end; I don’t want to squander it any more.
Pastoral Advice for Life’s Dilemmas
After dating my boyfriend for a little while, I’ve slowly realized he isn’t my kind of person. But, because we are both members of Christ’s body, I find it too awkward to initiate a breakup. . . .What should I do?
True Luxury
Many Chinese today are obsessed with attaining lives of luxury. A Christian observes that this obsession grows out of a desire for identity and recognition that can only truly be found in the gospel.
The Testimony of a Pastor’s Wife
A pastor shares his grandmother’s moving testimony as a shimu, pastor’s wife, in a time of war and hardship, and how she impacted his call to ministry.
Is a New Door Opening for Churches?
In today’s context, the church cannot focus solely on how to cope with the problem of persecution.
A Question for Christians at Christmas
Am I Really Ready?
Pastor Yang reflects on how easily Christians can be distracted from the true significance of Christmas and encourages all to prepare their hearts to welcome the the Savior.
The Joy of Preparing for Christmas
Each time we rehearse I've experienced a profound sense of fellowship with brothers and sisters while we practice for the Christmas program.
6 Things a Chinese Christian Needs to Learn about Faith and Work
How can a young Christian fit better in the workplace and bring faith to work?