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“Trustworthy churches.” That term reads as an oxymoron, given the frequent scandals involving church leaders and national ministries. However, according to a recent national poll in Church Answers, this country is sorely lacking in It. The outlet surveyed both those who attend church regularly and those who do not. These startling but not surprising numbers summarize that…

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Since Acts 2, the Church has been a place for like-minded Christ-followers to gather to celebrate the Lord and learn about moral, ethical, and cultural issues through a godly lens. That’s why a recent Lifeway survey should concern pastors and spiritual leaders nationwide. Elections, schools, crime, money, and any number of moral prerogatives are addressed at the…

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Some people look at the world and see God everywhere. Others see the same world and find no trace of a creator. People on both sides of the debate can hold strong beliefs about the existence of God. So, what reasons might an atheist have to follow a path from atheism to Christianity? Three former…

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In a time when more people are leaving the Church, Fathom Events is inviting them back to experience “the miracle of the Eucharist” beginning Tuesday, June 18. Executive produced by Deacon Steve Greco of Spirit Filled Hearts, Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist has already become Fathom Events’ highest-grossing documentary of 2024. In an exclusive interview…

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With a little data mining, a reputable survey shows more Christians are thriving in their spiritual growth despite other declining metrics, as per the latest market research conducted by the American Bible Society. By analyzing key indicators from their annual report, State of the Bible 2024, we focus on the buried optimism within the slumps.…

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Over the decades, the number of people with a “Biblical worldview,” or the viewpoint that ethics and morals are guided by the Word of God, has steadily decreased. A recent study from the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University suggests that the number may have reached an all-time low: 66% of U.S. adults consider…

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