In my memory, during the coldest part of winters back home, nightfall often came early. The biting wind swept over the empty fields like knives, swirling dry straw and dust into the air. Yet winter was also a season full of anticipation. During the agricultural off-season, people have more time for joyous events, and weddings were especially plentiful. Whenever there was a happy event in the village -- a wedding or the birth of a child, well-off families hosting the celebration would invite a fi

“‘I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May your word to me be fulfilled.’” (Luke 1:38)

“See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.” (Jeremiah 1:10)

A few days ago, a friend confined in me about her concerns, sharing a series of unfortunate events that occurred to her mother due to overly frugal habits.

Three decades ago, from September 4 to 15, 1995, the Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing. As one of the largest global conferences ever hosted in China, the event brought together representatives from 188 states and regions, as well as women’s organizations. The gathering underscored that gender equality is a fundamental national policy of China.

As Jesus sent out the twelve disciples, the Lord instructed them to “be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves”. This guidance is not merely an exhortation for the twelve, but an enduring reminder for all generations of believers. Now, let us delve into the implications of this bible verse and discover the guidance for our contemporary lives.

The opening verse of the Bible, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1), reveals the origin of the universe and life. However, what is the implication of the word “beginning”? Does it merely signify the start of time? Many biblical scholars have delved into this question. In ancient texts and early Christian interpretations, “the beginning” does not necessarily refer to an absolute starting point.

The poor widow who donated two small copper coins is often considered an exemplar of giving. Traditionally, the words of Jesus in Luke 21:1-4 are seen as a commendation for this widow. However, Addison G. Wright (1982) interpreted the story as revealing the unfortunate fate of a poor woman who was exploited. According to Wright, Jesus’ words expressed lament for this woman’s misery, which was caused by the Jewish religious leaders, rather than praise for her behavior. Many scholars have develope

Habakkuk, who authored the Book of Habakkuk, was a prophet of Judah from 612 B.C. to 589 B.C. The book narrates the journey of this prophet, beginning with his confusion and struggle, and concluding with him singing a song of triumph.

The annual sowing season has arrived once again. In my hometown, a village located in the Central Plains of China and recognized as one of the country’s granaries, every household owns land and engages in planting and harvesting at the appropriate times. The livelihood of each family depends on selling their harvest at the market. As the senior villagers often say, a year with favorable weather ensures that everyone in the family have enough to eat, while a year with unfavorable conditions resul