There is a woman who arrives early at church every Sunday, simply because it is the place where she has loved and served for over four decades. Though this eighty-year-old woman had to step away from her beloved pulpit years before, she continues to attend every Sunday morning. She is often seen helping prepare lunch, organizing bicycles that are haphazardly parked, or lending a listening ear to members facing spiritual challenges or life hardships. This sister never stopped her serving after re

In addressing the issues of environmental protection and ecology, historian Lynn White, in his essay “The Historical Roots of Our Ecologic Crisis”, ar​gued that human ways of living interact with the natural environment. However, with the advent of the Industrial Revolution, the fusion of science and technologies exacerbated environmental destruction. White placed the blame on Christian thought, claiming that “God planned all of this explicitly for man’s benefit and rule: no item in the physical

Recently, a middle-aged woman on the Harbin subway was harshly criticized by a young man for discussing Christian beliefs with a fellow passenger. This incident quickly became a trending topic, sparking continuous debates with an overwhelming comments online.

In my first attempt at reading Mark 2:1-12, the verses baffled me. Wouldn’t the people panicked and shouted “Run! The ceiling will collapse,” upon spotting the hole in the roof while Jesus was giving a sermon? Wasn’t there a risk of falling debris hitting or injuring people inside? How did the four men carry the paralyzed man to the roof and then lower him?

At midday on a working day, I visited a place near the Yanque Lake for business. A friend suggested a walk along the lake to see the dawn redwoods, as it happened to be the best time of year for these magnificent trees. After lunch, we strolled down an avenue lined with Chinese parasol trees. Surprisingly, this street, which should have been relatively quiet on a working day, was bustling with people and cars. Lingyuan Road was crowded with young people posing for photos with tree silhouettes an

​John 17, often referred to as the Highly Priestly Prayer, captures Jesus’ prayer before His crucifixion. A key element of this prayer is Jesus’ plea for the unity of His disciples and followers in love: “Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one.” (cf. John 17:11) “...so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me.” (cf. John 17:23)

The resurrection of Jesus stands as Christianity’s most distinct belief, showcasing His identity as the Son of God. While Easter annually commemorates this event, its profound implications beg exploration: What does the resurrection offer us, and how should we respond?

​The frequently quoted philosophy of Shangdi (Chinese: 上帝, translated as highest deity; pinyin: Shàngdì) in Oracle Bone Script and ancient Chinese books, often aligns closely with the theistic view of God in the Old Testament.

On a Thursday evening, I sat at my office desk, pulling an issue of Tianfeng from the shelf to read in the soft light. Deeply moved by an article titled “The Last Days of My Mother”, tears welled up as memories of my mother flooded in. The recollection was still vivid — an afternoon in September 2017 when the doctor informed us of my mother’s critical illness. We hastily arranged for her transfer from the hospital to home via an ambulance. Upon safely reaching home, accompanied by medical person

In the face of church members experiencing loss, it’s easy to feel at a loss for words. Well-intended advice, though given with the best of intention, can sometimes inadvertently cause more harm, which can be a rather embarrassing situation. In reality, those in grief often need the presence of someone who simply stands by them. Quiet companionship, listening, serving and caring can unexpectedly provide genuine comfort to the grieving hearts.