Most Remain Confident in Their Churches’ Handling of Sexual Misconduct, Abuse By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Sexual abuse and misconduct by pastors and other church staff have roiled numerous Protestant churches in recent years. Many churchgoers believe there are still more revelations to be exposed, but few know of specific individuals in their church whose misconduct … [Read more...]
Churchgoers Build Relationships But Often Without Discipleship
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Building relationships with other believers seems to come naturally to Protestant churchgoers, however, for many, those relationships are built apart from Bible study and spiritual growth. The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found 78% of Protestant churchgoers say they have developed … [Read more...]
Evangelism more prayed for than practiced by churchgoers
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Most Protestant churchgoers say they are eager to talk to others about Jesus and are praying for opportunities to share their faith, but most say they have not had any evangelistic conversations in the past six months. The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found excitement and eagerness … [Read more...]
Most pastors satisfied with discipleship efforts, but see room for growth
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Most Protestant pastors feel confident about the discipleship taking place in their churches, however, there’s still plenty of room for growth, according to a new study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research. Nearly two-thirds (65%) say they are satisfied with the state of discipleship and spiritual formation in their local church, while 78% … [Read more...]
Most Pastors See Sports Gambling as Immoral, Oppose Its Legalization
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Americans are expected to wager more than $8 billion on the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, but don’t bet on many pastors joining in. A new study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found most pastors believe it is morally wrong to bet on sports, while few agree it should be legalized nationwide. Though if sports gambling does … [Read more...]
