Survey: Sexual Misconduct in the Church
Many churchgoers believe there are still more revelations to be exposed, but few know of specific individuals in their church whose misconduct is still hidden.
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Research: Pastors Satisfied With Discipleship Efforts
Nearly two-thirds (65%) say they are satisfied with the state of discipleship and spiritual formation in their local church.
What Are Pastors’ Views on Illegal Immigration?
While 80% of pastors today say the government has the responsibility to stop illegal immigration, that’s down from 87% in a 2014 LifeWay Research survey.
Study: A Majority of Pastors Oppose Sports Gambling
LifeWay Research: Around 6 in 10 (59 percent) pastors agree it is morally wrong to bet on sports.
Are Churches Growing or Declining?
LifeWay Research found 6 in 10 Protestant churches are plateaued or declining in attendance.
Young Adults Leave the Church, Still Believe in God
LifeWay: Those who stopped attending church are more likely to say they believe in God, but are uncertain about Christianity.
When and Why Young Adults Leave the Church
LifeWay: Two-thirds (66 percent) of American young adults who attended a Protestant church regularly for at least a year as a teenager say they also dropped out for at least a year between the ages of 18 and 22.
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.
