Hudson Taylor: Soul Growth in Early Years

James Hudson Taylor (1832-1905) was a British Protestant Christian missionary to China, known for his sensitivity to Chinese culture and zeal for evangelism. He founded the China Inland Mission (CIM, now OMF International) and dedicated 51 years to working in China. The society he established brought over 800 missionaries to the country, who in turn opened 125 schools and facilitated 18,000 Christian conversions. Additionally, they set up over 300 work stations with a network of 500 local helpers spread across all eighteen provinces. Taylor was unique in his willingness to integrate with Chinese culture, even going as far as adopting native clothing, a rarity among missionaries in his time.

Under Taylor's leadership, the CIM stood out for its non-denominational approach, welcoming members from various Protestant groups, including working-class individuals, single women, and recruits from different countries. Taylor's efforts laid a strong foundation for future widespread missions work among the Chinese, making him a key figure in the history of Christian evangelism in China.

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