Chinese House Church Minister Finds Rhythm to Serve God for a Lifetime

For Pastor Jason Kim, the journey to Shanghai was never meant to be a marathon. When he first arrived in the winter of 2007 with his family, the plan was simple: survive one year, claim the experience, and return to the familiar comforts of the United States. He did not know the language, he did not know the culture, and he certainly did not expect to stay.

The twenty-year "tug-of-war" finally reached its end. From a medium bound by dark powers to a believer transformed by miraculous healing and family restoration, Suxue's mother walked along a torturous path, yet it stands as a witness to the marvelous and sovereign work of God.

In Pastor Chen’s view, the Charismatic movement gained rapid traction in the Chinese mainland—especially in rural areas—because it offered emotional immediacy, experiential spirituality, and a highly energized communal atmosphere. It broke through the rigid, formulaic patterns that characterized many traditional gatherings at the time.

Zibu's story is a microcosm of the survival status of a generation of Chinese preachers. In a world that increasingly values immediate satisfaction and material security, Zibu's waiting is a difficult, solitary, yet powerful testimony. He stands as a question mark to the modern age: Is there still room for a faith that relies solely on God's provision?

Prof. Maren R. Niehoff argued that, according to Philo, true freedom requires Stoic self-discipline of the Mind, a Cynic-like independent Personality, and is ultimately realized in obedience to God.

From November 27 to 30, a delegation of six from Nanjing Union Theological Seminary paid a visit to Trinity Theological College in Singapore at the invitation of the college.

Ditsa Or, the mother of Avinatan Or, who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, delivered a speech at the seventh Christian Media Summit in Jerusalem. Addressing an audience of Christian journalists and media professionals, she shared her personal story of loss, resilience, and unwavering faith in God.

From November 14 to 15, Union Church in Guangdong mobilized a team of 27 medical professionals and pastors to hold a free medical clinic in Fengwan Town, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province.