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In this interview, Aaron Lee speaks with Faith Chang, one of SOLA’s editorial board members as well as a newly published author. They discuss the premise of and journey to publishing Peace Over Perfection: Enjoying a Good God When You Feel You’re Never Good Enough.

00:00 Introduction to Faith and her book

02:05 The beginnings of the book

06:13 Life is not a math equation

11:26 God loves sinners, not perfect people

16:39 Prayer poems and Faith's prayer for the book

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At our upcoming AALC conference later in April, we will be giving away copies of Writing a Letter to the Asian American Church. This book wouldn’t have been made possible without Pastor Steve Chang of Living Hope Community Church (SOLA Council Chairman) and Aaron Lee (SOLA Editorial Curator). Aaron and Steve discuss the story behind how the book idea began, and how it all came together.

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In this interview, Daniel K. Eng chats with Pastor Steven Siu of Chinese Evangelical Church of San Diego about exploring the call into vocational ministry. Along with personal stories as well as stories of those at his church, Pastor Steven highlights the Render West Coast conference coming up in May. This conference is for those who are contemplating the potential of entering into full-time ministry, seeking to affirm God’s calling for full-time ministry, or are already attending seminary. Read or listen on to learn more.

00:00 Introduction

00:57 What have you observed about Asian Americans aspiring to vocational ministry?

05:41 Why do you think people don’t consider vocational ministry?

08:00 Render West Coast

14:38 Encouragement for those considering full time ministry

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In this interview, Aaron Lee sits down with Daniel K. Eng to discuss the genesis and offerings of a new program he is leading called, “Asian American Ministry Formation”. This program will focus on leadership formation, ministry models to reach Asian Americans, and contextualization.

00:00 Asian American Ministry Formation 04:18 Preview of the class 09:40 Encouragement for ministry formation in general

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How can you have confidence in the trustworthiness of the Word? What role does history have in our interaction with the Bible? In this episode of our podcast, Aaron speaks with Susan C. Lim to discuss these questions and many more as they relate to her new book, Light of the Word.

0:00 - Intro

1:48 - Susan's History Background

3:04 - How Susan's Testimony Intersects with her background as a Historian

5:33 - Examples of ancient history's parallels with the Bible

7:50 - Writing for accessibility

9:37 - Does History Contradict the Bible?

12:14 - Is the Bible circular in its reasoning that it's God's word?

14:30 - Encouragement for Pastors

18:37 - Encouragement for those who struggle with doubting God's word

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How have churches been affected by “the great dechurching?” How can we help people stay connected to the local church? And, just as important, how does the great dechurching affect immigrant and Asian American churches?

Michael Graham, co-author of the book The Great Dechurching, spoke to SOLA Council President Steve Chang and SOLA Editorial Board member Kevin Yi about the phenomenon of dechurching.

His findings on Asian Americans leaving the church were particularly alarming:

“Because Asian American dechurching is is worse than any other ethnicity. The dechuching that's going on there is twice the rate of, of those who are Hispanic and Latino. And I think 40 or 50% faster than those who are Anglo or African American.”

But Graham was also quick to point out that it was hard to draw further statistical conclusions about Asian Americans leaving the church, simply because there isn’t a lot of data about Asian American Christians.

Other topics they discuss include:

Declining religious affiliation among Asian Americans

Church attendance and pastoral care for congregants who are mobile and don’t stay in one church their whole lives

Assisting newcomers connect with the church

Parental influence on church attendance

Telling a better story

We hope that this conversation helps all Christians to think about how we can better study the Asian American church. We also hope it will encourage pastors to think about how to serve their congregations to prevent dechurching and help former members to return and find true community.

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What would you preach to your congregation the week before your members were shipped off to an internment camp simply because they were of Japanese heritage? Pastor Tom Sugimura wrote about these pastors and their messages in an article in Christianity Today called “How Japanese American Pastors Prepared their Flocks for Internment.

Tom Sugimura is also a SOLA Editorial Board member, so we invited him to talk to us about the research he did for his article and to give us more insight into the Japanese people who lived through the camps, including his own family. SOLA Editorial Curator Aaron Lee interviewed him, and we invite you to listen to their conversation here.

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Is there space for Asian American voices in the evangelical church? How have recent events changed how Asian Americans view both the local and broader church?

On August 20, 2023, Exilic Church hosted a discussion called “An Asian American Moment: Our Place in the Future of the Evangelical Church.”

Gene Joo, associate pastor of Exilic Church, moderated a conversation between Aaron Chung, senior pastor of Exilic Church and SOLA Council member, and Pastor Abe Cho, senior director of training at Redeemer City to City NYC and North America and associate pastor at Redeemer East Harlem. They shared their thoughts on the past, present, and future of the Asian American church through the following questions:

On the past:

Would you agree that the Asian-American church has largely remained siloed from the broader evangelical church in America? If so, why do you think that is?

Here in New York, the Evangelical Asian American Church is considerably more underrepresented compared to the Black church, Jewish communities, and the White evangelical church. What is the historical and anthropological context behind how this came to be?

How do you define what constitutes a multi-cultural church, and who gets to define it?

Should every church be multi-ethnic? Is there a space for Asian American, Black, or Latino churches? Why are they important?

How does this relate to what Rev. Martin Luther King said about Sunday morning being the most segregated time in America?

On the present:

Do Asian Americans have more to offer the church than just the topics of race and justice? If so, what are they?

What is unique about this present moment for the Asian American Church?

On the future:

You might say that the Korean Ministry/English Ministry partnership represented the infancy of the Asian American church or at least the Korean American church. We’re now starting to see the Asian American church in its adolescent phase as we see more independent Asian American churches and church plants. What might the Asian American church look like in its adulthood, and what sort of impact and contribution can you see it making to the larger evangelical church?

Exilic Church, which is a supporter of SOLA Network, graciously shared this video with us so we could share it with our audience. We are grateful to them for leading this conversation. We hope this video sparks important conversations as we seek to build Christ’s kingdom together.

With all the cultural shifts, divisions, and challenges the American church faces, we can look towards the immigrant church and learn from them. Like all churches, they are not perfect, but I believe there is much that White-majority and multiethnic churches can learn from them, especially about community and discipleship.

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Understanding the role of the believing wife in its fuller context invites us to consider how God sees her. She is called to a greater kingdom purpose because of Jesus. And this same gospel hope is available to us today.

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How can the first and second generations have unity in the body of Christ? How should we address the challenges faced by immigrant churches and help them have a healthy partnership with the next generations?

In this important interview, SOLA editoral board member Daniel K. Eng interviews Dr. Peter Cha, a faculty member at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and director of the Thriving Immigrant Congregations Initiative (TICI). The TICI aims to help immigrant congregations reshape their congregational culture and ministries so that they can help first-generation and second-generation leaders build strong partnerships.

During their conversation, Daniel K. Eng and Dr. Peter Cha touch upon several crucial topics:

1. The genesis and purpose of the TICI

2. The changing dynamics of second-generation Christians returning to their ethnic congregations

3. A case study church, Open Door Presbyterian Church in Northern Virginia, and its 25-year journey towards intergenerational reconciliation

4. The diverse representation within TICI cohorts, encompassing churches of various ethnic backgrounds and traditions

5. The application process for churches interested in joining the TICI program, with a deadline in September

6. Dr. Peter Cha's hopes and prayers for TICI, which revolve around strengthening generational reconciliation in immigrant churches, ultimately enabling them to be vibrant witnesses both locally and globally.

This interview provides valuable insights into the Thriving Immigrant Church Initiative and the critical work being done to bridge generational gaps within immigrant congregations, ultimately contributing to the growth and vitality of these churches. (Note: If you are interested in the TICI program and its application, please visit their website)

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How do we care for people who have cancer? What should we say (and not say), and how can our churches support them? In this compassionate interview, Pastor Steve Moy of Evangelical Chinese Church of Seattle and Pastor Helicon Kuan of Chinese for Christ Church of San Jose share their experiences as cancer survivors and provide insights into how to minister to those who are receiving treatment.

SOLA Network’s Daniel K. Eng moderated this candid conversation in which both pastors discussed their battle with cancer and how encouraged they were by their friends and church communities.

We hope their talk encourages you to care for those you know who are sick through actions and prayer.

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The coming-of-age movie is a film genre in which the main character goes through a maturing event that results in the protagonist becoming enlightened, entering adulthood, and beginning a new stage of life. These films are meaningful to us because growth is good and beautiful, and in fact, these stories are worth sharing and experiencing together.

But what is a Christian’s coming of age? How does someone grow spiritually? Is it tied to an event like baptism or communion? Does it take place at a retreat or on a short-term missions trip? What makes someone mature as a Christian?

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How can we, as a nation, come together when we seem so deeply divided? In this insightful and thought-provoking interview, SOLA’s editorial curator Aaron Lee talks with Professor Matthew D. Kim to discuss his book, Preaching to a Divided Nation (read our review here), which he co-authored with Paul Hoffman. Professor Kim exhorts preachers by saying the power of preaching takes on a new significance in today's rapidly changing and divided world.

In their interview, they discuss: Current political rhetoric and its impact on the current state of affairs, the urgent need to seek Christ-like reconciliation even in the face of disagreement, and the importance of fostering understanding and empathy among diverse perspectives.

Listen to their conversation as Professor Kim navigates the complexities of multicultural identities, especially within the Asian American context, and sheds light on the challenges and potential solutions for these communities.

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Delve into the world of healing shame and rediscovering one's true self with pastor and author, Ken Shigematsu. His recently published book, "Now I Become Myself: How Deep Grace Heals our Shame and Restores our True Self," explores the profound impact of shame and how embracing God's love can lead to personal transformation.

Throughout this conversation with SOLA editorial curator Aaron Lee, Pastor Ken shares his journey, his experiences as an Asian Canadian, and the wisdom he has gained in his pursuit of beauty and joy. We hope this interview is a source of hope and inspiration as we become our truest self in light of God’s love.

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In this engaging interview, professor Matthew D. Kim and SOLA Network editorial curator Aaron Lee discuss "The Big Idea Companion for Preaching and Teaching," a book edited by Kim and Scott Gibson. The book serves pastors as a guide to approach different biblical passages by identifying the central "big idea" that shapes the sermon's message. Kim explains that the big idea represents the main thrust of the biblical text, allowing listeners to take home a clear and applicable message.

Listen in on their interview as they talk about: The book compilation process involved collaborating with contributors who understood the big idea philosophy deeply, how the book is structured, and how preachers should use the book to prepare for sermons.

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What is it like to be a Chinese immigrant in Ireland or an Irish-born Chinese? What are churches in Ireland like? How can we support and encourage our brothers and sisters in the Emerald Isle?

In this 20-minute conversation, SOLA editorial board member Daniel K. Eng interviews two leaders of the Chinese Gospel Church in Ireland. Tommy Kyaw Tun is an elder at the church and a first-generation immigrant. Caleb Teo is the youth leader and an Irish-born Chinese.

Join us as we delve into their insights into the Chinese church in Ireland—from their ministries to to unique blessings. We hope that this conversation encourages you to pray for the church in Ireland.

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"How do I preach the gospel? What if I’m not good at it? As messengers of the good news of Jesus Christ, we all need to start somewhere. Whether it’s leading a devotional in a small group, volunteering as a Sunday School teacher, or sharing your testimony at an outreach event—these are places to grow your skills and practice preaching.

I’ve been consistently preaching for a year. I’m getting my reps in with writing and delivering sermons, and I’m grateful to my church for the opportunity. If you’re like me, you might feel a bit foolish as a beginner preacher—but don’t let this discourage you. Here are three lessons learned after one year of preaching."

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What’s it like growing up Chinese in the United Kingdom? What are the challenges of immigrant churches or second-generation churches? How can we pray for and encourage our brothers and sisters there?

In this interview, we delve into the experiences and ministry of Josh Shek, who works for Chinese Overseas Christian Mission, an organization that supports Chinese churches across the country and Europe UK and Europe with leadership development, training, missions, and more. He is interviewed by SOLA Council member Daniel K. Eng.

Shek gives insights into the history of Chinese immigrants in the UK, from sailors to takeaway workers to British nationals from Hong Kong. He also shares about the struggles and hopes for the Chinese church, and asks that we pray for them.

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Aaron Lee interviews Sam D. Kim, author of A Holy Haunting: Why Faith Isn't a Leap but a Series of Staggers from One Safe Place to Another. They discuss spiritual puberty, deconstruction, and crossing the swamp of doubt.

"But why I think deconstruction was hard for me in particular was because there’s no theology of weakness. There’s nothing taught on grief, there’s nothing taught on ambiguity. There’s nothing taught on being nuanced about life when the Bible speaks a lot about it. So I think that I was taught to think very black and white. And to process that was very difficult. And I didn’t want others to feel that and do it alone. And I hope that in some small way, my memoir, in many ways, could help them not feel alone. That’s really the goal. To know a friend along the journey that feels that way."

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Asian American Christians can feel like they have a singular experience when it comes to growing up in a country with a culture that looks and feels different from what they're growing up with at home. That's why it can be helpful to look at the experiences of immigrant and children of immigrants In this interview, we delve into the unique journey of Pastor Billy Lo, who is a part of the Nordic Chinese Christian community. Interviewed by Daniel K. Eng of the SOLA Network, their conversation sheds light on the challenges, successes, and spiritual needs of the Nordic Chinese diaspora. Their conversation includes the following topics: Pastor Billy’s experience as a second-generation immigrant from Hong Kong, insights on the interplay of culture, faith, and identity in Sweden, and the importance of intergenerational leadership.

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How can Asian Americans think about how their identity intersects with their faith? What are some paradigms and vocabulary we should be using? In Doing American Theology, Daniel D. Lee just does that. He has written a book that helps Asian Americans to understand themselves so “we can actually bring all of ourselves to Christ.”

We are honored to host an interview with Daniel D. Lee. He talks to Aaron Lee, SOLA’s Editorial Curator, who also reviewed his book. We hope their conversation will be encouraging and edifying.

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Where can the lonely look to find connection? In Made to Belong, David Kim discusses five practices for cultivating community in a disconnected world.

In this interview, SOLA Network’s editorial curator Aaron Lee interviews author David Kim, and they discuss: Made to Belong and how David’s best friend broke up with him, the false connection cycle as related to Asian Americans, why and how David’s experiences with loneliness as a Korean American immigrant are up front in his book, poorly modeled small groups and how we can build up better ones in an immigrant and intergenerational context, and why isolation is a seasonal gift and practical tips for finding community for parents of young children.

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Shouldn’t every church be multiethnic? Is there a place for ethnic-specific churches or are they unbiblical? Do we even need ethnic-specific churches anymore?

People involved in ethnic-specific ministries have heard questions similar to these. Sometimes they are posed by others, while at other times these questions come from themselves. To help us think through this relevant topic, SOLA Editorial Board member Daniel K. Eng interviewed Rick Hardison, lead pastor of Lakewood Ranch Baptist Church, who completed a PhD on the topic. His dissertation is called, “A Theological Critique of the Multiethnic Church Movement,” and contains research and analysis on different types of churches.

We have split their interview into two parts. In the first half, Daniel K. Eng and Rick Hardison discuss: Where we get the idea of the “multiethnic mandate," what the Bible does (or doesn’t) say about multiethnic churches, how to think about ethnic church “divisions," and the stories of the Tower of Babel and Pentecost.

We hope this conversation will lead to more conversations about ethnic and multiethnic churches and be an encouragement to the universal church.

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SOLA Network is proud to announce a partnership with the Bamboo Pastors Podcast. The podcast is hosted by Jalon Chan of Chinese Christian Fellowship Church and Jon Mann of San Jose Christian Alliance Church as they explore the joys and challenges of being English-speaking pastors in the Chinese church.

As part of this partnership, SOLA will feature episodes of the podcast through links, short audio clips, and/or transcripts of episodes. To introduce this podcast, Ben Pun and Hanley Liu had a discussion with Jalon Chan and Jon Mann about their experiences in the Chinese heritage church. We hope you are encouraged by their conversations.

Christians have a complicated relationship with money and gospel ministry. May God, who is both generous and wise, help us to view our lives and our money rightly, using both as servants for his work in his world.

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"I want you to imagine that, at least for a time, the Lord would see fit to involve us in selecting the providences we would receive from his hand. I want you to imagine that through one of his deputies—an angel perhaps—he would approach us to ask how we would prefer to serve him. In other words, I want you to imagine that for just a while, he would choose to offshore his sovereignty and outsource it to us. I expect it might go something like this."

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Tim Challies is a Christian, a husband to Aileen, and a father to two daughters who are young adults and one son who is waiting for him in heaven. He worships and serves as an elder at Grace Fellowship Church in Toronto, Ontario. He is a blogger and book reviewer and has written a number of popular books.

We discuss in this interview: How Tim heard about SOLA Network, how it feels half a year after releasing his book (Seasons of Sorrow), behind the scenes of his article for SOLA Network (If God Would Outsource His Sovereignty), how platforms and parachurch ministries like SOLA Network can achieve longevity and faithfulness, and his upcoming projects.

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In Finding God, Finding Me, Izzy Koo tells her powerful testimony of how her life changed after encountering god at sixteen years old. She openly her fears, struggles, and insecurities as a high school student, as well as how God helped her find her identity and confidence. 

SOLA Network is proud to present an interview with Izzy Koo, who is now a freshman in college. She is interviewed by Soojin Park, a SOLA Editorial Board member. They discuss how Izzy began writing her book, the process of writing and publishing a book, how to be a witness for Jesus in high school, college, and beyond, and the importance of building up personal and community-based faith.

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The relationship between immigrant and second-generation churches has—to put it lightly— been complex. Language and cultural barriers make things lead to misunderstandings and disagreements. Many churches have stories of conflicts over vision, worship times, and lack of parking. 

But it is possible for first and second-generation churches to worship together. At SOLA Network, we want to highlight the stories that show us new ways to approach old problems. We want to encourage churches and leaders to think differently about “the way things are” and find ways to pursue the kingdom of God together. 

We are proud to present an interview that Steve Chang, SOLA Council chairman, conducted with  Pastor Paul Kim and Pastor John Cha of Open Door Presbyterian Church in Herndon. Pastor Paul Kim is the lead pastor of the Korean-speaking Congregation, while Pastor John Cha was the previous lead pastor of the English-speaking Congregation and is now the Congregational Care pastor. 

In their wide-ranging conversation, the group discusses the journey ODPC made in becoming “1 Vision, 2 Households, 1 Family.” They talk about how the leaders of both congregations interact regularly, how the two lead pastors share power, giving the English-speaking congregation the 9:30am worship slot, their mission as a church, how to appreciate what the other congregation is doing, and plans for the future of the church.

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Esther Liu’s book Shame: Being Known and Loved made it to both SOLA Network’s Best Christian Books by Asian American Authors in 2022 and SOLA content curator Aaron Lee’s “My Favorite Asian American Christian Books I Read in 2022.”

In this interview with Aaron, Esther shares more of the practical part of being an author—the actual writing of the book. She gives advice on how aspiring authors can tackle writing. We hope this encourages writers to continue to share their perspectives and create stories for the glory of God. 

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SOLA Network editor Hannah Chao speaks with Aaron Lee about SOLA Network’s Hidden Gems of 2022 and the 2022 SOLA Network Magazine.

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On May 15, 2022, a gunman entered a Taiwanese church in Orange County, California. He killed one person and wounded five others. Police later disclosed that the crime was committed out of a political hatred of Taiwan. The shocking crime brought attention to the tension between China and Taiwan even here in the United States. 

Pastor KC Liu wrote about the incident for SOLA Network in “Response to the Laguna Woods Shooting on May 15, 2022.” In the article, he shared the dark history between the two nations but also looked for a way forward through the Gospel. 

SOLA Editorial Board member Daniel K. Eng interviewed Pastor KC Liu a few months after the incident, and we are publishing it now in the new year. They talked about Pastor KC’s experiences growing up in a Taiwanese family, and how his own family was affected by the political tensions within the country. He also discusses the current animosity between Taiwan and China. But he also ends with a call for unity, and he has great hope for the future. 

We hope this interview will be enlightening for American Christians, especially Asian American Christians, as we truly learn what it means to be united in Christ.

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This was originally delivered by Aaron Lee as a devotional Sunday School lesson to youth students at FCBC Walnut.

2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation, the old has passed away, behold, the new has come.”

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A flush of heat floods your face and neck. You want to hide, escape, or melt down into the floor—you feel ashamed. Shame is worse than embarrassment. It affects your identity, making you want to hide parts or even all of yourself. But the way to combat shame isn’t to “fix” yourself or cover your misdeeds—it is to be truly known and loved. 

That is the message of Esther Liu’s book Shame: Being Known and Loved. Her 31-day devotional explains how Jesus gently asks us to bring our shame into the light. He too suffered shame and shows us how we can be covered in his grace and love. 

SOLA social media editor Aaron Lee interviewed Esther Liu, the author of Shame. In their conversation, they discuss her life story and how she came about writing the book. They also discuss the effects of honor-shame culture, the need to succeed to avoid shame, how she wrote to her “younger self," and combating shame while writing the book

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What does it look like to be a faithful Asian American youth pastor? How can youth pastors equip parents? What are the changes that Asian American youth ministries need to make as both immigrant and second-generation/third-generation churches in the present day? For some expert perspective, SOLA Editorial Board member Daniel K. Eng interviewed Dr. Danny Kwan, who has been leading family and youth ministry for three decades. 

Listen in as they talk about: 

• Stereotypes of youth ministry
• The lack of “lifers” in youth ministry
• The uniqueness of Asian American youth ministry
• Whether second or third-generation Asian American congregations should have youth ministries
• How to connect with teenagers
• Equipping parents to help them lead their children

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Corrie ten Boom is ardently admired today as the ringleader of an underground movement in the Netherlands that saved hundreds of Jews during the Holocaust. This work that she is known for occurred during the span of two years of obedience to God and led to her incarceration in a Nazi concentration camp. At several points, she struggled to comprehend how she could live out God’s commands, pleading with Him to provide for her needs. And He did, proving that Biblical miracles aren’t limited to the Bible. Here is Corrie’s story.

SOLA Network is excited to present a 4-part series focused on missionaries in the past who can inspire us in the present. We hope you are encouraged by these stories to remember the Great Commission and proclaim the kingdom of Christ to the world.

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"My relationship with God doesn’t strip away the significance of my relationships but rather strengthens and deepens the love I share with brothers and sisters in Christ."

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How can we teach biblical theology to kids? How do we share God’s truths with our children in ways that are thoughtful, beautiful, and true? A good place to start would be Irene Sun’s Taste and See. In her beautifully illustrated children’s book, Irene shares God’s goodness and love in the food he provides for his children all through the Bible.

SOLA social media manager Aaron Lee interviewed Irene about her book and how she came to write it. They also discussed how she became interested in writing biblical theology for kids, her background as a missionary’s kid, the process for writing and publishing a children’s book, and advice for parents in terms of going deep in theology with young children

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"What would it look like for our mealtime prayers to become, most of all, an expression of longing for the presence of God?"

Sara Kyoungah White is the senior editor of the Lausanne Movement. She lives in Grand Rapids, Mich., and is a member of Seymour Christian Reformed Church.

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“What does it mean that God is enough when it seems like I don’t have enough?” Alicia J. Akins struggled with this question during a time of great scarcity. That’s when she was invited to a friend’s dinner and she was confronted with the juxtaposition of her financial lack and the beautiful feast and friendships before her. It began her journey of studying the feasts of the Bible, and she recently published the book, Invitations to Abundance. 

We are pleased to present an interview between Alicia and SOLA Network. She is interviewed by Aaron Lee, our social media manager. He talks to her about her time living in China, the inspiration behind her book, and the one chapter that almost didn’t make it.

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What are church models unique to the Asian American Church? SOLA Editorial Board member Daniel K. Eng interviewed two lead pastors who serve at “townhouse” churches. Michael Lee leads All Nations Community Church, an English-speaking congregation on the same campus as a Korean immigrant church. David D. Lee pastors Ekklesia Atlanta Christian fellowship, an English-speaking congregation that shares a campus with a Chinese immigrant church. 

Listen in as the two pastors share their stories with Daniel K. Eng guiding their discussion. Topics they discuss include: How their congregations formed and their relationships with their mother churches, Pros and cons of being on the same campus as their mother churches, Encouragements for pastors with English-speaking congregations.

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In light of the upcoming election, SOLA Network presents a sermon from Pastor Owen Lee on the topic of abortion. Pastor Owen serves as the senior pastor of Christ Central Presbyterian Church in Centreville, and he is a SOLA Council member. We hope this sermon will help you to have a more biblical understanding of this topic. (This sermon was originally preached on July 10, 2022.)

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