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Incense Burning Boom in Chinese New Year: What It Reveals About China’s Spiritual Needs and Church’s Role

The growing trend of young people burning incense reflects their spiritual needs to some extent. Faced with the pressures and challenges of real life, some turn to traditional folk rituals to seek comfort and strength. Some churches and Christians have reflected on the deeper spiritual needs behind this phenomenon, emphasizing the importance of addressing young people’s real-life struggles.

A Christian’s Conversion Story Started With 'Free Meals'

Brother Dai has lived and worked for 19 years in a metropolis over 600 kilometers from his hometown. Here, his conversion journey began, giving him a new direction in life. From then on, his full focus is firmly fixed on Christ, and his attention no longer wanders. He relies on Him to overcome the ups and downs of life.

Dr. Patrick Fung Explores Intercultural Leadership, Global Mission at CGST Lecture Series

Dr. Patrick Fung, former General Director of The Overseas Missionary Fellowship (OMF) International (2005–2023) and now its Global Ambassador, delivered a lecture titled "Intercultural Leadership and Global Mission" on January 23 as part of the "Cross-Cultural: Josephine So Culture and Ethics Lecture Series." His talk examined the complexities of intercultural leadership in the context of a global mission.

More Than Conquerors

Open Doors has released its latest World Watch List, the annual roster of countries where persecution of Christians is most extreme. Not surprisingly, China moved up in the rankings, from 19th to 15th place among the 50 nations profiled.

CGST Lecture Series: Dr. Darrell Jackson Examines Migration and Theology

Migrant theologian Rev. Dr. Darrell Jackson delivered a lecture titled “Kinesis, Diaspora, and the Uncertainties of Theology” at the Chinese Graduate School of Theology (CGST) on January 24. He argued that migration is not merely a peripheral issue but is deeply embedded in the narrative of the Christian Church, influencing its development and mission.

Christian Family Mentor: How Should Christian Women Get along with Mothers-in-law?

With a rich history in counseling Christian marriage and families, Mentor Cui, a mother of two, shared her experience in an interview with Christian Times, a Shanghai-based Chinese Christian news website. The greatest conflict with her mother-in-law lies in parenting. When her daughter collides with her mother-in-law, she uses a wise method to deal with it.

A Christian’s Conversion Story Started With 'Free Meals'

Brother Dai has lived and worked for 19 years in a metropolis over 600 kilometers from his hometown. Here, his conversion journey began, giving him a new direction in life. From then on, his full focus is firmly fixed on Christ, and his attention no longer wanders. He relies on Him to overcome the ups and downs of life.