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Earlier this year, Shaanxi Christian Council & Three-Self Patriotic Movement, with the support of the United Bible Societies, distributed Bibles to churches and the Shaanxi Bible School in Shaanxi province. A total of 4,500 Bibles were given to needy believers in 31 districts and counties across the province. We pray that God’s Word will provide them with spiritual nourishment as they read His Word and grow in their faith. All praise and honour to our Almighty God as we share some of the thanksgiving messages from the believers of various Shaanxi churches.
Bibles for the Churches in Shaanxi Province
Earlier this year, Shaanxi Christian Council & Three-Self Patriotic Movement, with the support of the United Bible Societies, distributed Bibles to churches and the Shaanxi Bible School in Shaanxi province. A total of 4,500 Bibles were given to needy believers in 31 districts and counties across the province. We pray that God’s Word will provide them with spiritual nourishment as they read His Word and grow in their faith. All praise and honour to our Almighty God as we share some of the thanksgiving messages from the believers of various Shaanxi churches.
Called to a Deeper Life in Christ
Lan Rongfeng, 50, is a lay preacher in Guangxi province. When he received a copy of the Chinese Study Bible (CSB), it helped him develop a disciplined and faithful approach to studying and preaching God’s Word, enabling him to deliver his sermons and teaching with greater clarity and confidence. This newfound confidence is precious to Lan when he looked back on his life and ministry journey.
How God’s Word Brings Joy to Zhao County
Amidst the economic and physical hardship of the predominantly elderly residents living in rural Zhao county in Hebei province, a ray of hope shines through for many of the believers, thanks to the efforts by their local church to provide them with free Bibles with support from the United Bible Societies. Find out how this eases their burdens and enriches their spiritual lives.
From Doubt to Conviction
For a long time, Zhao Yumei, a Wa ethnic minority believer, did not have a Bible in her own language and had some doubts about her faith that lingered on. The turning point in Zhao's journey of faith came when she finally received her first Wa Bible. As she delved into the pages of the Bible, its words, woven into the fabric of her native tongue, resonated deeply within her soul. She was captivated, and with every turn of the page, her faith grew stronger.
Bible Ministry Among Ethnic Minorities in Yunnan Province
Thank God for the vibrant ethnic minority churches in China that continue to grow spiritually as they feed on the Word of God. Through the faithful perseverance of various Bible translation teams, a few ethnic minority groups now have the Bible in their own heart languages. For those who are illiterate, Scripture literacy classes help them to learn how to read so that they may grow in their faith through Bible reading.
Transformation through Translation: The Wa Bible Impact
In a remote village nestled amidst the mountains, Bao Bao'ai and his family of the Wa ethnic minority group in China have experienced a remarkable journey of faith. Bao testifies of how the Bible has transformed his entire family, making them a beacon of hope for their community, drawing others to seek the life-changing power of God's Word.
Discipleship: Journey of Personal Transformation in Christ
Through teaching and facilitating a discipleship course based on 'Abundant Life', a discipleship curriculum published and used by the China Christian Council & TSPM with the support of the United Bible Societies, An Guangde has experienced personal transformation in his discipleship journey. Find out how this course helps strengthen the faith of the believers in his church and how An continues to grow as a disciple of Christ through his ministry as a teacher for the course and through serving in other ministries in the church.
“I Believe in Discipleship”
Having experienced the transforming power of God in her life, Ms Pan Jinju's greatest desire is to help others grow in their faith via small groups. She shares her personal journey of growth that she experienced through joining a small group in her church. Besides providing support for one another, small groups also help young believers grow spiritually through their Bible studies.
A Bucket of Water for A Cup
Zhang Xia, a full-time preacher in Yunnan province, felt enriched after attending the "Life of Jesus" Group Leader Training. It was an opportunity for her to learn and grow with fellow participants of the training as they went through an in-depth study of the life and ministries of Jesus based on the Gospel of Matthew. This training equips them to lead their own small group studies and disciple other believers.
12th International Seminar: “The Bible and Sinicization – Translation and Interpretation...
The 12th International Seminar was held in Shanghai on 23-24 November 2023, with the theme “The Bible and Sinicization - Translation and Interpretation of the Bible in Today’s Context.” Organised by the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences and its partners including the Protestant Churches in China, with the support of the United Bible Societies and the British and Foreign Bible Society, the Seminar saw respected academicians, scholars, researchers and church leaders from China and overseas gathering to discuss and exchange insights on the various aspects of Bible translation and interpretation.
Minzu University of China Successfully Organised the 5th Minzu Dialogue with...
The Academy of Religion at the Minzu University of China (MUC, 中央民族大学) held its 5th annual Minzu Dialogue on October 25, 2023 with co-organiser United Bible Societies (UBS), returning to an in-person Dialogue after two years of holding it online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "Interpreting the Psalms in Our Everyday Life - Joys, Sorrows, and Hopes" was the theme of this year's Dialogue which saw esteemed scholars from China and UBS exchanging insights ideas and perspectives on the book of Psalms.
Ministry Vision Enlarged
When 25-year-old Liu Dawei attended the 11th SASS Seminar held in 2022 on the theme “The Bible and the Sinicization of Christianity in the New Era of China”, it provided an excellent platform to broaden his perspective and allowed him to view Bible ministries and Christianity from multiple angles. He shares how the seminar has inspired him to envision his future ministries.
Empowering Believers With Limited Literacy Skills
82-year-old Elder Shen Leyuan shares her faith journey and how the Lord has laid on her a burden to serve as a Scripture Literacy class teacher. Through her story, find out how Scripture literacy empowers believers to engage with God’s Word and how Christians in China desire to read God's Word despite various challenges.
Scripture Literacy Classes in Jiangsu Province
It was a joy to see believers in Jiangsu province attend Scripture Literacy classes to learn how to read the Bible. The classes, organised by Zhenjiang Christian Council, with the support of the United Bible Societies (UBS), provide believers with the opportunity to acquire the needed literacy skills to read the Bible. Besides strengthening their faith by learning to read God’s Word, the participants also encouraged one another in their faith through their time of fellowship during the classes.
Learning to Read: A Dream Fulfilled
Born into a rural family, Zhang Suli did not have the opportunity to go to school when she was young due to her family circumstances. As an adult, being illiterate caused her much anxiety and inconvenience. Even after becoming a Christian and finding solace in her faith, Zhang continued to grapple with being illiterate as she could not read the Bible on her own. When her church started a Scripture Literacy class, she was overwhelmed with joy to learn that her dream of being able to read and write would become a reality.
UBS Delegation at NJUTS & APC in Nanjing, April 2024
In their recent visit to China, the United Bible Societies (UBS) delegation, led by Ms Elaine Duncan, Chair of UBS Fellowship Council and CEO of Scottish Bible Society, met up with our long-time friends and partners at the Nanjing Union Theological Seminary (NJUTS) and Amity Printing Company (APC) in Nanjing. It was a wonderful opportunity for the delegates to learn what God has been doing through NJUTS and APC, and we thank God for our longstanding partnership with them to support the Bible ministry in China, especially in the areas of theological education and Bible printing and distribution.
12th International Seminar: “The Bible and Sinicization – Translation and Interpretation...
The 12th International Seminar was held in Shanghai on 23-24 November 2023, with the theme “The Bible and Sinicization - Translation and Interpretation of the Bible in Today’s Context.” Organised by the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences and its partners including the Protestant Churches in China, with the support of the United Bible Societies and the British and Foreign Bible Society, the Seminar saw respected academicians, scholars, researchers and church leaders from China and overseas gathering to discuss and exchange insights on the various aspects of Bible translation and interpretation.
The Chinese Study Bible: How it Blesses a Student Preparing for...
When Fang Ying decided to commit herself to serving the Lord in full-time ministry, she was met with various challenges. Turning to God as her anchor in those trying times, she persevered and enrolled at Anhui Theological Seminary to be trained as a preacher. As she delved into reading the Bible and using the Chinese Study Bible, which she had received from the seminary, with the support of the United Bible Societies, her understanding of the Scripture was enriched in ways she never imagined.
