Tag: English Teaching
Treasures at the Market
This little analogy from the retail world breaks down easily. But it does make me stop and think. Am I one of the “half-hearted creatures…fooling about when infinite joy is offered?”
Saving Grandmother’s Face and Other Tales from Christian Teachers in China
A Book Review
While it is difficult for foreigners to teach in China today, it is not impossible and still well worthwhile. The book reviewed here will bring back poignant memories for many and, we trust, be a reminder to pray for those who are still teaching in China.
Remembering My First Thanksgiving in China
Isn’t that like God? To take something small and insignificant and use it. And so it will be for you. This year you may need to be reminded, not of an American holiday, but of China and people you no longer get to live and serve with.
Why Not Shout Together?
The Joy of the Resurrection
“He’s the Lamb! They always killed a lamb at that time! He died at that time. He’s the Lamb that died—but he came back to life!”
APU’s MA TESOL $6000 Scholarship
Earn a Master’s Degree while teaching, serving, and living in China.
Conference on English Language Teaching
An English teaching conference centered on the theme Imago Dei: Celebrating the Beauty and Benefits of Diversity.
In Exile—Still Waiting
I’ve asked God during these days if he really is completely sovereign and he has answered clearly that he is. I’ve asked him if my identity is truly secure in him and not the work and life I suddenly lost. It is. I’ve asked him if all of this could really be for my good. It is. And I’ve prayed that he would help me say blessed be the name of the Lord. He has.
No Language Requirement
China has offered me the most experiences for worshiping outside of my culture and this morning my mind wandered back to my first Sunday morning there.
Approaching the Christian Tradition in Chinese Academic Settings
A reflection on the paradox of teaching in an officially atheistic state and yet having the opportunity to teach Christian and religious material.