Christian church in china

In the past few years the world has become aware of China's economic "rising," which has made it an important partner but also a competitor.

China's foreign policy, notably with regard to Sudan and Tibet, has drawn international criticism. And deficits in human rights and freedoms remain acute. On the other hand, the tragedy of the May 12 earthquake evoked the world's sympathy, and gave the Chinese government the opportunity to demonstrate its concern for the people.

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But intimidating treatment of parents protesting the deaths of the children in the schools that collapsed hasn't left a positive impression.

One night recently as I was struggling with how to pray about all this, the thought came to me, What would the Apostle Paul say?

What would he think of China today? What would he write to his fellow Christians back home to guide their prayers for this country that has so much potential for good?

The idea of a 21st-century Paul arriving a