By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. — American Protestant churchgoers say God is on their mind throughout their day in both intentional and impromptu moments. The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research identified seeking God as one of eight signposts of spiritual maturity. About 2 in 3 Americans who regularly attend a Protestant … [Read more...]
Two-thirds of churchgoers say denying self is essential to serving Christ
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A majority of Protestant churchgoers believe making sacrificial decisions to serve Christ is essential to their faith, and most try to avoid situations that might lead to immoral thoughts or actions. The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found two-thirds (66%) of Protestant churchgoers agree … [Read more...]
Churchgoers Hold Conflicting Views on the Need for Other Christians
By Aaron Earls Protestant churchgoers say they can walk with God just fine by themselves, but they also say they need other believers to help them do it. A LifeWay Research survey sponsored by the Center for Church Revitalization at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary finds majorities of those who attend U.S. Protestant or non-denominational churches at least … [Read more...]
Americans Most Likely to Find Identity in Family and Accomplishments
Issues Addressed in Upcoming ‘Overcomer’ Movie By Aaron Earls In “Overcomer,” a new film from Alex and Stephen Kendrick opening August 23, a young girl struggles to understand where her identity is grounded. Most Americans say they find their identity in relationships and achievements, according to a new study. Nashville-based LifeWay Research asked 1,010 Americans about … [Read more...]
Las nuevas iglesias hispanas a menudo hacen más con menos
Por Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Las nuevas obras de iglesias hispanas en los Estados Unidos ven patrones similares de crecimiento en la asistencia y conversiones que otras plantaciones de iglesias a pesar de tener una fracción del apoyo financiero y capacitación, además de enfrentar complicaciones adicionales del estatus migratorio de miembros y líderes. “Los grupos … [Read more...]
