Stories from the Field

October 2004

Chinese Teachers Learn About Jesus

By Allan C.

Being an American in China arouses the curiosity of most Chinese. They are anxious to speak to you and learn all they can about you and America. I had many students and teachers coming and asking questions about me, why I came to China, my life in America, etc.

It seemed that whenever questions came up about religion or Christianity, there was someone (a stranger) standing or sitting near by listening to what was being said. Not knowing who they were, I was afraid to say anything that may jeopardize our team. This went on for almost a week and I brought this up in our morning team devotional meeting. The entire team prayed that these strangers would leave and that we would be allowed to speak freely.

The next day, there was not anyone around as I was speaking to a teacher and other students. The teacher wanted me to talk about Jesus. She wanted to learn all about Him. It was a wonderful time of sharing as I was free to speak. Every morning before breakfast and class, we would meet in a gazebo and talk about Jesus.

One evening as I was studying my lesson for the next day, there was a knock on my door. There stood the teacher with a friend asking to come in and talk. She sat down with her friend and said "We want to be just like you. We want to become Christians. What do you suggest?" I am so thankful to God for this wonderful opportunity I had to explain the plan of salvation and give her material of the four spiritual laws! Today this teacher is a Christian and has led one of her students to the Lord.

There were a total of 4 of those I shared with who came to accept Christ. I give all the glory to Him and that is why I am so grateful that I had a chance to go to China. I hope this story will help many young people to go in boldness and trust Him completely, because we serve an awesome God.