Soong Mei-ling

March 4, 1898 – October 23, 2003

First Lady of the Republic of China

God has led me — and He does lead me

Biography

Known as Madame Chiang Kai-shek, she was a political figure, diplomat, and painter who addressed the U.S. Congress and played a key role in Sino-American relations. She lived to 105.

Faith & Testimony

Raised in a devout Methodist family (one of the famous Soong sisters), Mei-ling's faith shaped her public service and diplomacy. She influenced her husband's conversion and was known for her public witness. She famously said: 'I can say that God has led me — and He does lead me.'

Sources

Soong Mei-ling — Wikipedia — Madame Chiang Kai-shek
Address to the United States Congress (1943) — Madame Chiang's famous speech to Congress, infused with Christian references and appeals to shared faith values
The Sure Victory by Madame Chiang Kai-shek — Collection of Soong Mei-ling's writings and speeches about her Christian faith, prayer life, and reliance on God during wartime