Advancing the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God.
September 7, 1807: English missionary Robert Morrison, 25, becomes the first Protestant missionary in China. Catholic missionaries beat Protestants by some 225 years—Jesuit Matteo Ricci first arrived in 1582 (see issue 52: Hudson Taylor).
The Bulletin
Trump insists on nuclear deal with Iran, Brand’s viral Bible faux pas, and Senator Sasse shares his dying and his faith.
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The war left many domestic workers jobless and homeless. Some Christians see a chance to serve their community.
The Trump administration’s critique of elite universities is worthwhile, but government control is problematic. Good news: Christian study centers are multiplying at major universities.
“Algospeak” capitalizes on our desire for attention and status. We should turn to God for both.
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Denominational leaders say the latest weakening of protections for minority voters is discouraging but not cause for despair.
An influential academic theory says anti-Black racism won’t change. As it trickles into popular culture, the church should be ready to respond.
The harsh reality shows us our depths of depravity and the depth of Christ’s redemption.