Americans less likely to see religion as positive influence
Most U.S. adults believe the country would benefit from having a little more religion, but their number is falling.
Fewer churches aim for racial diversity
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Over the past decade, churchgoers are more likely to see someone of a different ethnicity in their congregation but less likely to hear about that racial diversity from the pulpit.
Lifeway Research shows men’s, women’s unique discipleship strengths, weaknesses
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — They may share a congregation, but men and women have different discipleship needs, according to new analysis from Lifeway Research.
6 steps to eliminate confusion for unchurched in your worship services
We almost can’t help ourselves. When we gather with a group of friends or people who share something in common, we often start talking in a way that excludes others.
Lifeway discipleship micro-conference equips, encourages church leaders
ORLANDO, Fla. — In partnership with the Southern Baptist Annual Meeting Pastors’ Conference, Lifeway Christian Resources hosted a free, one-day micro-conference on discipleship. The organization also unveiled a free tool to assist church leaders in their task of making disciples.
Gen Z churchgoers attend more but often lag in application, Lifeway Research shows
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — The faith of Generation Z frequently draws them to church on Sunday but often fails to shape their lives during the week.
Half of U.S. churches to honor America’s 250th anniversary, Lifeway Research finds
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – As Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, half of pastors say their churches will join in the festivities.
Lifeway leaders pledge theological faithfulness, discipleship assistance at SBC Annual Meeting
ORLANDO, Fla. – Speaking to messengers at the 2026 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, Lifeway Christian Resources’ new president and previous interim CEO both reaffirmed the entity’s commitment to equipping churches to make disciples with resources built on Scripture.
Canadians see split between religious beliefs and truth, State of Theology finds
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Canadians don’t think religious belief is about objective truth, and their religious beliefs demonstrate that reality.
Spiritual matters missing from many churchgoers’ conversations
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — While some Americans show up to church on Sunday morning, those in their lives Monday through Saturday may never hear about it.
