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  • Is the 'worship war' ending?

    by Aaron Earls, posted Wednesday, August 28, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- For most pastors, the so-called "worship wars" over the style of the music used in their church have subsided, according to a study released Wednesday (Aug. 28).

    The study from LifeWay Research found 15 percent of Protestant pastors in the U.S. say the biggest challenge they face in the area of music is navigating the varying preferences of members. And a similar number of pastors say their most significant challenge is leading people to truly worship God (16 percent), according to the survey that was conducted Aug. 29-Sept. 11, 2018. More pastors say they struggle with finding musicians and vocalists (21 percent). Read More

  • Most churchgoers say they spend their day seeking God
    by Aaron Earls, posted Friday, August 16, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- American Protestant churchgoers say God is on their mind throughout their day in both intentional and impromptu moments. The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research identified seeking God as one of eight signposts of spiritual maturity.

    About 2 in 3 Americans who regularly attend a Protestant church (67 percent) disagree with the statement: "Throughout many of my activities I don't think about God," with 40 percent strongly disagreeing. Read More

  • Denying self is key to serving Christ, churchgoers say
    by Carol Pipes, posted Thursday, August 08, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- A majority of Protestant churchgoers believe making sacrificial decisions to serve Christ is essential to their faith, and most try to avoid situations that might lead to immoral thoughts or actions, according to a new study released Thursday (Aug. 8).

    The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research found two-thirds (66 percent) of Protestant churchgoers agree with the statement: "A Christian must learn to deny himself or herself to serve Christ," with 38 percent strongly agreeing. The survey was conducted Jan. 14–29. Read More

  • Churchgoers' need for community studied
    by Aaron Earls, posted Monday, August 05, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- Protestant churchgoers say they can walk with God just fine by themselves, but they also say they need other believers to help them do it, a newly released study says.

    A LifeWay Research survey sponsored by the Center for Church Revitalization at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary -- conducted Jan. 14–29 -- finds majorities of those who attend U.S. Protestant or non-denominational churches at least monthly agree with the two sentiments that are seemingly in conflict. Read More

  • Where do Americans find their identity?
    by Aaron Earls, posted Tuesday, July 30, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- In "Overcomer," a new film from Alex and Stephen Kendrick opening Aug. 23, a young girl struggles to understand where her identity is grounded. Most Americans say they find their identity in relationships and achievements, according to a new study.

    LifeWay Research asked 1,010 Americans about their sense of identity and what matters most about themselves. The study was conducted Sept. 21-23, 2018. These are important questions to ask, said Alex Kendrick, director of "Overcomer." Read More

  • New Hispanic churches often do more with less
    by Aaron Earls, posted Wednesday, July 24, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- New Hispanic church works in the U.S. are reportedly seeing similar patterns of attendance growth and conversions as other church plants despite having a fraction of the financial support and training. This, in addition to facing complications from the immigration status of members and leaders, according to a new study released Wednesday (July 24).

    "Evangelical groups who are starting new churches are starting Hispanic churches," said Scott McConnell, executive director of LifeWay Research. Read More

  • Churchgoers demonstrate deep faith but room to grow
    by Carol Pipes, posted Tuesday, July 16, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- When it comes to trusting God, Protestant churchgoers exercise a great deal of faith in their daily lives -- whether in difficult circumstances or when the unexplainable happens, a new study released Tuesday (July 16) shows.

    The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research found 7 in 10 (72 percent) Protestant churchgoers disagree with the statement: "During difficult circumstances, I sometimes doubt that God loves me and will provide for my life," with 50 percent strongly disagreeing. Read More

  • Reading your Bible daily? Study gives closer look
    by Aaron Earls, posted Tuesday, July 02, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- Christians say the Bible is God's Word, but even among Protestant churchgoers only a third spend time reading it every day, according to a study released Tuesday (July 2).

    The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research, conducted Jan. 14–29, found those who regularly attend Protestant churches are inconsistent in their reading and thinking about Scripture. Read More

  • Churchgoers split on visibility of their faith
    by Aaron Earls, posted Thursday, June 20, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- Spiritual topics aren't a part of regular conversations with fellow believers for many Protestant churchgoers, but most seem at least somewhat confident others know they're a Christian.

    The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research found those who regularly attend Protestant churches are split on how visible and pervasive their faith is in daily life. Read More

  • Study: Putting faith into action lacking
    by Aaron Earls, posted Wednesday, June 05, 2019 (5 years ago)

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    NASHVILLE (BP) -- Jesus said He came not to be served but to serve, and told His disciples, "The greatest among you will be your servant" (Matthew 23:11 CSB). Despite Jesus' admonition, according to a report released Wednesday (June 5), many Protestant churchgoers find it difficult to serve others.

    The 2019 Discipleship Pathway Assessment study from LifeWay Research found few Protestant churchgoers say they strongly agree they are personally taking actions that indicate a life of service to God and others. Read More