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.

5 Rather Surprising Findings About Growing and Declining Churches

In The Unstuck Church Report, we've uncovered surprising findings about the trends in growing and declining churches.

How a Personal Touch Drives Churchgoer Giving

More than half of Protestant churchgoers say a personal connection inspired them to give money to a charity for the first time.

Greeters and Gifts: How Churches Welcome Guests

LifeWay Research: According to the study, the average pastor says their church does six different things to welcome guests.

Even if They Don’t Go to Church, People Love VBS

From it's outset, VBS has been popular for kids and parents alike. Here's the proof.

Churches Rarely Discipline Church Members, Survey Shows

Research shows that churches rarely reprimand church members, despite New Testament guidelines