Research and Trends

Ready to Talk: Are Christians Speaking Truth to Our Culture?

It is easy to say our goal is to tell others about Jesus, but we often skip the step of asking God to make this possible.

David Kinnaman: Deconstruction Demystified

Deconstruction may not be about finding reasons to leave, but rather seeking guidance for a deeper stage of faith.

The Next Level: A Snapshot of Church Multiplication Trends

Seventeen percent of churches say they were directly or substantially involved in a church plant that opened in the last three years.

Americans Open to Most Churches, Regardless of Denomination

Most Americans are open to a variety of denominations of Christian churches, including many people of other faiths or no faith at all.

Christians Say They’re Seeking but not Having Evangelistic Conversations

Christians express a desire to talk about their faith, yet few have shared with someone how to become a Christian in the past six months.

Faith and Self-Censorship

People are more open to having gospel conversations than we expect

Stress Tops Mental Challenges Pastors Face

More pastors identify stress (31%) as their greatest mental challenge in ministry than any other challenge.

Key Beliefs and Behaviors Show Where Born-Again Christian Parents Can Bolster Worldview

A focus on correcting key errant views of born-again Christian parents could significantly improve their worldview, help them to become more godly parents and might even spark a revival in the next generation.

Pastors Say They Need to Develop Disciple-Making, Technology Skills

The value pastors place on continuing to grow and invest in their skills shows the care they have for their role in leadership within the church.

Evangelicals and the Media

How Evangelicals Are Consuming Christian Content Varies, Study Shows

Young Adults’ Relationship with Money: It’s Complicated

While some Christian young adults are influenced by their faith, many don’t manage their money in distinctly Christian ways.