Edited by Tom Sugimura, Here We Stand: Reformation Truths for the Church Today celebrates the legacy of the Reformation and its impact in shaping our faith even to this day.
In addition to Tom, the book features chapters written by Nam Park, Tranwei Yu, Geoff Chang, and Johnson Pang. Read more about the book from Tom, and be on the lookout for an author interview coming soon.
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Aaron Lee, Editorial Curator
Enter our giveaway! Thanks to Eerdmans for providing, in partnership with @diveindigdeep, SOLA Network, and FCBC Walnut. 1 winner will receive these excellent books! Links open to my reviews:
- The Birds of Christmas: Olivia Armstrong shares a heartwarming folktale about how a robin brought the baby Jesus a very special gift.
- Consider the Birds: Jennifer Grant invites your children to marvel at the wonders of nature and the God who creates and cares for it all.
ARTICLES FROM AROUND THE WEB
1. E. F. Gregory: How China’s Persecuted Reach China’s Marginalized
Chinese Christians practice mercy because they follow Jesus, not because their religion tells them to ‘be good.’
2. Eric Beach: The Pastor’s Public Ministry and Generative AI: Perils and Possibilities
If you view generative AI as a big shortcut or a large timesaver, then that is a red flag. If you do use it, put it low on your priority list, and let it just be one more tool that you employ to be thorough and rigorous in studying God’s Word and applying it to your local congregation.
3. Andrea Hoglund: A Woman’s Strength Can Grow
“Instead of longing for easier circumstances, don’t you long to laugh at the future?”
Our Books and Reviews page is your one-stop resource for all of your reading needs. It features Asian American authors and issues, recommendations, and interviews.
BOOKS, PODCASTS, MUSIC, MOVIES, AND MORE
1. Tim Challies: 10 Ways To Keep Your Reading Fresh
“No matter what you do, try to find ways to replace stale habits with fresh ones. Often, all that’s needed to spark up a new love for reading is to think in some new ways and get hold of some new books.”
2. Austin Gravely: Welcome to Youth Ministry! Time to Talk about Anime.
“Japanese animation has become a media mainstay among Gen Z. You may not “get” it, but the zoomers at your church sure do.”
3. Aaron Lee: Related Works
Book Reviews: Take Heart for Teens: Daily Devotions to Deepen Your Faith by David Powlison, God Loves Kids: A Gospel-Centered Book About Foster Care by Jamie C. Finn. Listen to our TGIF playlist on Spotify. Join my Asian American Worship Leaders Facebook group.
On Kindle Now! A Letter to the Asian American Church.
The collective voices in our book argue that there is underappreciated beauty, diversity, joy, benefit, and place for the Asian American church. Asian American leaders need to joyfully embrace the call to serve the Asian American church, not only for the emerging generation but for the broader church. Find a sample, links to purchase, and a free discussion guide at sola.network/book.
FEATURED THIS WEEK ON SOLA NETWORK
“Danny and Monica discuss the difficult and often neglected topic of generational trauma, passed on from our immigrant parents to our now 2nd and 3rd generation parents, as well as how it impacts our present families and parenting of our teenagers and children. They discuss the need yet difficulty to recognize it and its consequences. Finally, they discuss finding gospel hope as parents (and adults) in the midst of generational trauma.”
2. Tom Sugimura: Available Now! Here We Stand: Reformation Truths for the Church Today
“We hope this book, Here We Stand: Reformation Truths for the Church Today, will offer a basic guide encouraging the next generation of Asian American Christians to stand firm on gospel truths. Our goal has been to make these gospel truths accessible for families, fellowship groups, and Sunday school classes.”
3. James Lee: Letter From Your Professor: How to Make the Most of Seminary
“Your time in seminary will form you for the purposes of ministry, so my prayer is that you make the most of your experience there by being fully present. As you develop your theology, do not forget your character formation and your relationships with peers and professors.”
4. TGIF: Roundup for October 10, 2025
Made For Approval, Just Not Theirs / Does Appearance Matter to Christians? / The Pastor as Writer / Biblical Self-Examination: Involving God & Others / The Sounds of Silence: Teenagers and Mental Health
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Aaron Lee is our Editorial Curator. Aaron also serves as the Social Media Officer of First Chinese Baptist Church of Walnut in California’s San Gabriel Valley, home to the largest concentration of Asian American communities in the United States. Visit him online at DiveInDigDeep.com.