Acquainted With Grief: Wang Mingdao’s Stand For The Persecuted Church In China

Christians across the globe have watched and prayed for the persecuted church in China. Even secular media have run lengthy articles on the topic. However, despite our genuine concern, we’re often left with more questions than answers. For example, what is the history of the persecuted church in China? When should Christians practice political dissent, and what are its theological and biblical grounds? Wang Mingdao was an evangelist and minister who emerged from humble roots to take a dramatic stand against the state-sponsored Chinese churches. After twenty years in prison, he was released as an old man, securing his legacy as “Dean of the House Churches” in China. This book explores twentieth-century political and religious Chinese history, engaging anyone interested in Asian history, missions, politics, theology, and questions of faith and dissent.