China may still be one of the worst places to be a Christian but the church body is still growing at an exceptionally high rate. Thousands are responding to the gospel, reports of a rapid growth of churches are no exaggeration. Things are slowly changing in China as Erik Burklin, President of China Partner, points out:
“Freedom is really a much better word for China. I know that sounds like the opposite of the spectrum when a lot of people think of China, but that really is true.”
China Partner, who work with the registered church in China, say that even though there is still persecution, “people are legally allowed to worship God.” Reports from China Aid and the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom reveal that the government’s response to the local church varies from province to province.
Burklin adds that today churches, both urban and rural have the ability to worship and read Bibles in church. The amount of churches continue to increase in China as many more give their heart to Jesus. He stated:
“Jesus Christ is building His church.” “On this rock, I will build My ecclesia (the called out ones) of a local church.” “That’s exactly what we’re seeing in China. We just praise God for the increased freedom.”
“We’re really excited about the new vision that God has put on our heart, and that is to help local churches reach the next generation. We want to be training and equipping Christian leaders, especially the emerging Christian leaders, so that they can reach the younger generation and the next generation.”
Partnerships have already been formed with 22 other ministries working in China to train leaders and disciple new Christians.
“What we’re doing is not just ‘our mission,’ but we’re a part of God’s mission, and is to build His kingdom. So you see more of a sense of working as a body of believers together for God’s glory and for His mission.”
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Posted by Amanda Hopkins
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