Changsha: Internet Fame, Tight Control
Editor’s note: Changsha is one of the hottest destinations in China, thanks to its Internet-fame as a city full of spicy food, shopping, and nightlife. The city’s fame has only increased in the past five years, and is now full of tourists and sightseers. Local pastors say that — like the rest of China — […]
Bear Fruit with Patience
Editor’s note: How can you keep going through hard times and even produce good fruit in difficulty? That’s the topic this house church pastor tackles, in this first part of his explanation of what it looks like to bear fruit with patience. This is an essential discipline for the house church, especially in a season […]
Changsha: Pleasure-Seeking City
Editor’s note: Changsha is in central-southern China, and is the capital of Hunan Province. The city has a population of about 10.5 million, and is located on the lower section of the Xiang River. Changsha makes its claim to fame as the hometown of many revolutionaries, including Mao Zedong. It is famous for its spicy […]
Life of Wang Xiangheng (Part 1)
Begin the journey into Wang Xiangheng’s life, exploring his early years and the foundations of his faith.
Do We Love Them?
Editor’s note: This throwback post was written in 2016 by a Mainland Chinese pastor and his wife. The couple live in a major city, and minister primarily among young Chinese urbanites. They have served in ministry for more than 20 years. The authors reflect on how evangelism in China can no longer be based on […]
Don’t Just Preach, Disciple: Family Foundations
Editor’s note: Gu Junqing grew up in a Christian family and came to believe in the Lord at an early age. This is the fifth and final part of his story, and Gu talks about how he says many Chinese Christians enthusiastically sharing the gospel, but are lacking follow-up and discipleship. To build a strong […]
How to Face Persecution: Caring for the Persecuted
It is very important we visit believers who have just been released from jail. Most of these people live in fear, and don’t talk much when they get out. It is important for us to encourage them, listen to them, and help them to return to the church. Although a few are beaten, for most people the hurt is not physical, but emotional and spiritual.
The Cry of a Subversive Patriot
I am a subversive patriot because, despite the progress we have made as a nation, America is not my best hope for “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” My ultimate allegiance is to a King who gave up his own life, liberty, and happiness to redeem us from the tyranny of sin.
