In-depth academic and theological research.
Two principles for ensuring that the efforts made by overseas churches are effective and long lasting are explained with real examples of what can happen both when they are followed and when they aren't.
A Christian Chinese doctor stood with a small group of Chinese believers on the 20th floor of a hotel overlooking their city. He asked them to take a good look at the city below. "There are 400,000 people out there who have never heard the gospel," he said. "Unless we do something about it, they are going to die and go to hell." Deeply moved, the believers responded with commitment. Six months later the group of eight Christians had grown to 96 and is still growing. One man boldly shared his burden, and now others are boldly sharing the gospel.
The impact of overseas Chinese on ministry in China.
What are those with disposable income buying in China?
“China Today!” events—helping churches and communities across cities and regions inform and mobilize those who want to serve in China.
Jesus in Beijing: How Christianity is Transforming China and Changing the Global Balance of Power, by David Aikman.
Reviewed by John Peace
Editor's Note: This editorial originally appeared in "Serving in China," CS Quarterly, 2004 Autumn.
Autumn 2004
Short-term trips in Scripture.
Four essentials for effective service in China.
2004 Summer Issue
The editor's point of view . . .