WHEREAS, The people of China have once again been plunged into sorrow through internal violence and bloodshed; and
WHEREAS, The Christians of China have repeatedly affirmed their support for the basic aspirations for peace, justice, progress, and full free expression; and
WHEREAS, Study and work abroad is causing the pain of separation for Chinese families during the crisis.
Therefore, be it RESOLVED, That we call on all Southern Baptists to pray:
–that all parties involved may work for a peaceful solution to the current crisis in China which will provide the climate for peace, openness, and democratic reform.
–for church leaders in China and for all Chinese Christians in their commitment to be salt, light, and leaven in the dynamic processes of change.
–for the spread of the gospel throughout all China as faithful Chinese Christians share their witness