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Editor's Note for Issue 56

Editor's Note by Huang Fuguang: Like the previous issue, this issue explores a phenomenon commonly faced by churches worldwide: "dechurching." Although the authors approach the topic from different professional perspectives and their definitions of "dechurching" vary slightly, all the articles share a common viewpoint: this is an opportunity for reflection, change, and adjustment, rather than merely a difficult problem. ...
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Declare God’s Glory to Every Generation

Chaplain Grace Chan, Lecturer of Practical Theology. The Psalms are a collection of sacred songs from the nation of Israel, encompassing songs sung individually and collectively in worship. Throughout history, God's people have expressed their love and reverence for God and given Him glory through worship, praise, prayer, and thanksgiving. The psalms are rich in content, centering on God's attributes and deeds, encompassing creation, sovereignty, redemptive history, protection, and care. By proclaiming God's deeds, these psalms reveal who He is, demonstrating His greatness, power, justice, and love, and reminding His people that He is Lord of all, the eternal King. As they unite in honoring and praising God, His Kingdom is manifested on earth! ...
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A Precious Equipping and a Cherished Gift

Oscar Cheung (Th.M.), Master of Divinity, looks back on his years of theological study with his wife and son, each step filled with God's grace and guidance. Equipping myself for deeper ministry. Over the years, many brothers, sisters, and friends have asked me, "Why study theology? What's the point?" It's a very real question. I've come to realize that the knowledge acquired in seminary—whether it's theological theory, biblical languages, or church history—is often difficult to directly and fully apply to pastoral work or the Sunday pulpit. However, this tension between knowledge and action reveals the value of training. ...
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From Learning to Serving: The Transformative Journey of Seminary Studies

Ye Cao (M.Div.) and his family. With a reverent fear of God and a passion for service, I entered the Hong Kong Baptist Theological Seminary. I never imagined that this journey of intellectual pursuit would become a soul-touching baptism—with God's boundless grace and subtle guidance, He has gradually shaped me into a worker fit for His use. ...
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My Vocational Journey

Pakey Chik (M.Div.) With my mother and I approaching graduation, I look back on the years of seminary study with gratitude and awe for the Lord's guidance and grace. From my initial decision to embark on the path of theological training to now entering a new phase of pastoral ministry, the Lord, the Great Shepherd, has always been the steadfast hand that guides me forward. Whether in the days of longing to know Him and seeking to understand His will, or in times of challenge and struggle, He always responds to my needs, ensuring that I am never in need. ...
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Wait for God, Others, and Myself

Brian Lei (M.Div.) The ancients said, "One day without seeing you feels like three years." A poet longing for his love felt as if each day felt like three years. Now, I feel as if three years feel like one day. Before I knew it, three years have passed since I enrolled at Baptist Theological Seminary, and graduation is just around the corner. After three years of full-time study, I still have to ask myself: Who am I? Why should I serve such a great Creator? ...
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