Tag: Christianity in China
Fervent Faith and Audacious Hope
Reflections on China Today and God’s Purpose
A Perspective on China for today.
Variations on a Theme
Our China stories are not merely descriptions of an objective reality manifesting itself in the Chinese church; they speak to where we believe China’s church is (or should be) going.
Seeing Things Differently
In proposing that we need to get beyond the “persecuted church” narrative, I am not advocating . . . that we leave it behind completely, but rather that we recognize its limits.
The Chinese Church’s Context May Be More Complex than You Thought
Without grappling with the complex social and political context of the Chinese church, we are not able to fully understand why the church itself is so complex or how to develop a proper relationship with the church in China.
Book Reviews
Understanding World Christianity: China
A Book Review
Part of the World Christianity Series being produced by Fortress Press, this 2019 publication provides both a panoramic view and thoughtful analysis of many key issues in Chinese Christianity today.
The Blessing—China
Wherever you are in this summer of pandemic, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you.
Unanswered Questions
We know the church in China has grown, but what has influenced individuals to place their trust in Christ?
The Evolving Narratives
Looking at the development of the church over the past four decades we can identify two significant dynamics. One is the level of political persecution upon the church. The other is the church’s own internal capacity.
Our China Stories
Unpacking Contemporary Narratives about the Church in China
What we fundamentally believe about China’s church goes a long way toward determining how we will choose to engage, how we view what is desirable—and what is possible. This webinar explores four narratives about the church in China that have dominated Western Christian perceptions over the past four decades.