Lifeway campers give more than $580,000 to IMB, NAMB for Gospel impact
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – This summer, as thousands of kids, students and chaperones at Lifeway camps developed a greater understanding of missions and a heart for missionaries, they gave generously, entrusting their gifts for Great Commission purposes.
Elisabeth Elliot’s unique perspective, story told in new authorized biography
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – The view from the audience is not always accurate and certainly never complete. And the same can be said of viewing the life of Elisabeth Elliot.
Prosperity gospel beliefs on the rise among churchgoers
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – Financial prosperity is a goal for many Americans, and most believe it’s God’s plan for them too but that they need to give a little more to ensure that blessing.
Churchgoers less familiar than pastors with deconstruction, more likely to see it in their pews
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – Many churchgoers are not familiar with the term “deconstruction,” but if they are, they’ve likely seen it within the church pews they sit in on a regular basis.
Churchgoers still watch livestream services, at least occasionally
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – As many churchgoers continue watching livestream church services at least occasionally, they also recognize limitations in its validity and utility.
Most churchgoers say they want to serve, fewer actually do
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – Although most churchgoers want to serve in their communities for Gospel impact, there is a noticeable gap when it comes to the number who are already volunteering for a charity.
Churchgoers are still tithing, more comfortable doing so outside of church
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – Most churchgoers say tithing is a biblical command and give at least 10 percent of their income. But they have more diverse opinions on the “where” and “how” of tithing.
Research reveals importance of small groups, evangelism, assimilation for church growth
NASHVILLE (BP) – As churches continue ministry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are finding it increasingly difficult to grow their small groups. However, churches continue to report new commitments to Christ and changed lives.
First Lifeway Women event of 2023 equips women to mature their faith
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. – More than 2,400 women filled Long Hollow Baptist Church for “Going Beyond Live” with Priscilla Shirer, the first Lifeway Women event of the year.