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...]