Research and Trends

Fastest-Growing Churches: Lessons From the Front Lines

“People see “big C” church as judgy, legalistic rules. If we can work together and show the opposite of that, I feel like that’s our role: to rewrite the narrative of church based on serving.” —Meghan Smith, Trace Church

What Message Are You Sending Visitors?

By immediately communicating, ‘You are welcome here,’ you are answering guests’ big question: Should I be here?

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.

Differing Views on Observing the Sabbath

LifeWay Research: Almost half of church attendees aren’t sure if one of the Ten Commandments still applies today.

People Want More Christ This Christmas

LifeWay Research: Two-thirds of Americans (65 percent) say, “Christmas should be more about Jesus.”

Protestants and Alcohol: A Snapshot

When it comes to total abstinence, fewer than a quarter (23 percent) of Protestant churchgoers believe Scripture indicates people should never drink alcohol.

The Main Reasons Christians Give to Charity

Barna: The main reasons people say they have gotten involved in a cause in the past are primarily emotional.

Loneliness in America

The majority of adults has anywhere between two and five close friends (62 percent), but one in five regularly or often feels lonely.

9 Updated Trends About Christmas Eve Services

These are some of the trends we are seeing regarding how churches are approaching Christmas Eve Services.

What Do Americans Believe About God?

LifeWay Research: Many Americans who hold evangelical beliefs also hold beliefs that are not keeping with Scripture.

How Churches View Today’s Economy

LifeWay: Today, 45 percent of pastors see the economy as benefiting their church, while 35 percent say it is having no impact.