Tag: Church Leadership
ChinaSource Perspective
Walking in the Light and the Need for Vigilance
A word from the president of ChinaSource.
Resource Corner
Online Videos on the Church and Misuse of Authority
Four videos that deal with the abuse of power in the church.
Supporting Article
Beyond Courageous Leadership and Servant Leadership
What Does Leadership Failure in the West Teach the Chinese Church?
The author looks at positive and negative results of both courageous and servant leadership. From Willow Creek Community Church and the moral failure of its pastor, he draws out lessons to be learned for China’s churches.
Supporting Article
Not Ruling Over but Feeding the Sheep
Thoughts on the Boundaries of Authority and Power in the Chinese Church
What type of church structure would be best for China’s churches? Considerations include China’s historical church governance, the church’s place in society and government, and how to handle situations of power abuse.
Supporting Article
Being on Guard against “Spiritualized Political Correctness” in the Church
Spiritual political correctness is a form of legalism shrouded by an appearance of spirituality. While it shapes believers’ thoughts and behavior, over time it harms faith and the church and prepares the ground for the abuse of power by pastors. This requires our serious attention.
The Challenge of Ethical Leadership in the Church
Looking ahead to the 2019 summer issue of ChinaSource Quarterly, "Leadership Ethics."