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Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In a recent study done by Barna Research, half of Generation Z Christians that they surveyed said that they believe “letting your actions speak rather than using words to explain your faith” is evangelism. Fifty percent! Now today, we're going to tackle two important things that we need to know regarding words and actions when it comes to evangelism. First, you cannot share the Gospel with someone by some form of osmosis. Words must be shared. Second, you can't share the Gospel by a simple act of kindness alone. While that act is wonderful, it points no one to Christ. The Bible is clear that the Gospel must be spoken with love, with grace, with winsomeness. With a little discipleship, we can become great, verbal Gospel witnesses and share life today. Join us for Go Training Day as we prepare to share our faith between Easter and Pentecost alongside Go Movement. For more, visit sharelife.today.

Is revival here??!! A new Barna Research poll shows that there's been a large increase in the number of Americans professing belief in Jesus Christ, led in large part by Gen Z and Millennial men! Could this be the revival we've been waiting for? And if so, what does it look like? Why are we also seeing more men gravitate towards the Reformed camp or better yet, the Catholics? Tune in to today's conversation to find out.Sign up for the Gospel Sprint!Barna Research SurveyShare your thoughts with us!Don't miss a single episode by subscribing to the podcast!Please leave us a rating or review if you liked this episode. Buy a mug!https://www.lovegodtee.com/shop/p/time-for-the-soul-mugFollow us on: https://www.timeforthesoul.co/https://www.youtube.com/@timeforthesoulpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/timeforthesoulpodcast/Email us: contact@timeforthesoul.co

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A new Barna Group study reveals an alarming trend; for the first time as long as it has been measured, young women are leading Gen Z’s exodus from the church. Results of the study show that women ages 18-24 are less likely than young men the same age to identify with a faith or be active in church. What are the challenges and opportunities for the Church in this shift? Cicely Corry, the Editorial Director at Barna and an expert on this study, will join Seth and Deb to talk about the results of the survey with ideas on how to reach out to this demographic and how many in this age group have become more open to God today than before the pandemic!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wdlmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer from Mission Network News on the Unknown Nations Podcast as they unpack the significance of the Great Commission—and why so many churchgoers remain unfamiliar with it. Discover eye-opening Barna Research findings, the challenges facing modern churches, and the crucial role of gospel proclamation and demonstration. Hear inspiring stories from Northern Nigeria to neighborhoods in the U.S., and learn how you can actively participate in the Great Commission today. Learn more about Unknown Nations by visiting www.UnknownNations.com.

Faith Radio's Susie Larson talks about Activate for Good, a 40-day mind, soul, body, and mission challenge where you can turn your personal growth goals for 2025 into an opportunity to help those in the greatest need.  Barna Research's Cicely Corry talks about what they've learned about Generation Z, what motivates them, what they desire, and how we can help connect them with God better.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Recently we got the news from BARNA Research that up to 41 million Christians are likely to sit out this election cycle.And here's the detail for how they justify this decision:·     68% said they aren't interested in politics·     57% said they disliked both candidates·     52% said their vote won't make a differenceWhen godly people “sit it out”, godless people “step in.”Personally, I believe that is passive rebellion against God – a complete abdication of our responsibility to do everything you can to be SALT and LIGHT and slow the decay of culture... But every now and again we get inspired by someone or a group of someone's who get it and are willing to do whatever it takes to be salt and light to save the greatest nation the world has ever seen.Meet Sharron Penny.Sharron is a modern day hero and she is the leader of Patriot Grandmas out of Colorado. She isn't “sitting it out” in any respect. Instead, she's engaging her community at a local level and with others in her circle praying for God's hand on this country.

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John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist and founding member of the Christian rock band Skillet.  They have a new album "Revolution" out on November 1st and will be on tour with Seether.  We discuss the new album, moving from a major label to an independent, mental health in America, freedom, Linkin Park's new singer and more! 0:00:00 - Intro0:00:12 - Production & Collaboration on New Album 0:04:14 - Independent Release & Creative Freedom 0:06:08 - Challenges & Benefits of Independent Music 0:13:44 - Touring & Relationships with Non-Christian Bands 0:15:43 - The Role of Music in Bridging Differences & Tolerance 0:26:30 - Who You Want to Listen to Your Music & Politics 0:29:00 - Christians Faith, Making Mistakes & Forgiving 0:35:10 - Celebrities, Politicians, Material World & Perfection 0:37:43 - Revolution Album Themes, Loneliness & Mental Health 0:42:30 - Physical Health, Freedom Movement & Principles 0:48:00 - Traveling to Russia & Other Countries Vs. America 0:51:05 - Homeless, Drug Addiction, Helping People & Solutions 0:57:20 - Freedom, Philosophy, Euthanasia & Pursuing Life 1:01:55 - Barna Research, Depression, Truths & Reality 1:06:05 - Skillet's Music Saving Lives 1:08:55 - Touring with a Variety of Bands & Shows 1:10:40 - Rescue the Republic Show 1:13:10 - Linkin Park & Replacing Singer 1:17:00 - New Album, Principles & Supporting  1:18:49 - Outro Skillet band website:https://www.skillet.com/Chuck Shute link tree:https://linktr.ee/chuck_shuteSupport the showThanks for Listening & Shute for the Moon!

In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Barna research group about why some millennials are staying connected in a local church. Make room for meaningful relationships Teach cultural discernment Make reverse mentoring a priority Embrace the potency of vocational discipleship Facilitate connection with Jesus Resources related to this podcast: “5 Reasons Millennials Stay Connected to Church” by Barna Research

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This episode is a discussion between hosts Jason and Lauren Vallotton about the importance of deep and fulfilling adult friendships. Inspired by recent events and discussions with others in their community, Jason and Lauren wanted to talk specifically about their own personal journeys in adult friendships as well as the practical things that people can do in order to foster deep and meaningful friendships. Inheriting a legacy of robust friendships, as exemplified by Lauren's mother, sets the stage for weaving those threads into the fabric of the Vallottons' own lives and marriage. Jason and Lauren talk about weathering the dissolution of old ties and the nurturing of new ones, all while seeking that sweet spot where companionship and friendship intersects with personal growth. Walls are torn down to reveal the stark reality of loneliness, with insights from Barna Research on discipleship and companionship being dissected, alongside sharing intimate anecdotes. Lauren and Jason candidly exchange notes on the power of shared experiences and regular check-ins, showcasing how these small, intentional acts can fortify the bridges between them.This episode serves as a reflection, a conversation, and an invitation to embrace the profound changes in how success, happiness, and fulfillment are viewed, both in careers and personal lives. It's about setting foundations for friendships that are as solid and enduring as the values held dear, and it's about opening up to the enriching experiences that come from investing in the people around us. Connect with Lauren:InstagramFacebookConnect with Jason:Jay's InstagramJay's FacebookBraveCo Instagramwww.braveco.org

Are you struggling to instill spiritual values in your children or maintain a clear vision for your family's future? You're not alone. According to Barna Research, many parents feel ill-equipped to guide their children morally and spiritually, leading to concerns about their upbringing. But fear not! In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore practical strategies to empower you as a parent and steer your family toward a purpose-driven life using the Word of God.

Barna Research a few years ago reported from their research that 1 in 3 church attenders state that they have never experienced the presence of God in a worship service. Get this, of those saying they had experienced an encounter with God, one-half of those say it is rare... once in the last year. If ever revival in the church was needed, now is the time.

Today's episode is about the dynamics of positive change, how U.S. adults perceive the role of non-profits and for-profits in that change, and how leaders can better respond to disruption by understanding the times. Dave and Carly welcome guest Matt Randerson, VP of Growth & Operations at Barna Group, a research organization that provides data and insights at the intersection of faith and culture.    As VP of growth, Matt plays a crucial role in collaborating closely with clients and partners to design and execute research projects that address their most pressing questions. Join the group as they dive deeper into the insights and experiences shared by Matt into a recent study exploring perspectives from U.S. adults on how good happens in the world.  Exploring the intersection of research, leadership, and the dynamics of faith and culture with impactful insights from Matt and the Barna Group: How trust in and expectations of different types of institutions differ when it comes to doing good, including changes in how people view non-profit and for-profit organizations. How to adapt to description and the role of understanding trends in discerning and informing the response. Asking, are you a disruptive leader? “Someone, somewhere is messing with the rules to the prevailing model.” Preparing to embrace new, innovative approaches rather than sticking to incumbent ways. How humility is key to learning from anyone, and a solution for overcoming biases and fostering inclusivity.  We hope you enjoyed our conversation with Matt! To learn more about Matt and the research “Perspectives on How Good Happens,” click here: https://barna.sharefile.com/d-sf9bb1915a7ee4e688fece278013c0a04  And to learn more about the Barna Group, click here: https://www.barna.com  Season Three of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by: Masterworks The mission of Masterworks is to help you accomplish yours. We offer a complete range of innovative marketing and fundraising solutions to help Christian organizations of all sizes. We have over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, data & analytics, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency. Imago Consulting Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport. Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Jenna Owens.

This months episode is an interesting one where Andy chats to us about Spiritual Vibrancy, what that means as well as how anxiety can be tamed through spiritual disciplines.Check us out!WebsiteInstagramShow Notes:DECONSTRUCTION of the truthWe are living right now where many feel and the world feels we have a right to create or recreate our version of Truth.DISILLUSIONMENT with our lives“Never has any one culture had so much and enjoyed it so little”You can't have gratitude and anxiety in your brain at the same time Let me unpack this further by highlighting some research that explored what it took to create spiritual vibrancy. It's a funny term and it wasn't exclusive to Christianity but applying this can help shape what we need for breakthrough from - DECONSTRUCTION of the truthDISILLUSIONMENT with our livesDETACHMENT from othersThis pie chart that is broken into 3 parts points towards the 3 things that produces Spiritual Vibrancy in an adult according to BARNA Research 1- TRUST IN AN AUTHORITATIVE TEXT (BIBLE)2- FAITH COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT (CHURCH)3- POSITIVE FAMILY EXPERIENCES (FAMILY)Now whether you are young or old these 3 aspects are the foundation to spiritual vibrancy. I am sure we would all affirm this and say that the bible is important, church is important and a happy and healthy home is important but my question and probing today is to explore what we can personally do to help these 3 pieces fit together in our lifeThis calling is calling us through His word, into a family of believers to be able to outwork who we were meant to be in the context of healthy families1- TRUST IN AN AUTHORITATIVE TEXT (BIBLE)The thing that is unhinging this is our response to His word…..The terms "indicative" and "imperative" refer to two different verb moods commonly used by the New Testament authors in their teaching on sanctification.Indicative - mood of Certainty, ActualityImperative - mood of Command2- FAITH COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT (CHURCH)In the 1 Peter 2:5 in the  NRSV reads a little differently, it says, “…Let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood.” In other words, there is 2 choices I need to make. First, am I willing to build myself on Christ as the cornerstone? (we just covered this when we allow the Word of God to be authoritative in our life as it all points to Christ)Second, will I allow God to work on my rough edges to be built into God's spiritual house? Living Stones Built into a Spiritual HouseEph. 2:19-22 3- POSITIVE FAMILY EXPERIENCES (FAMILY)The third and final part of building Spiritual Vibrancy is a Positive Family Experience Let me show you some statistics in the home that may challenge us all……HOW DO WE BRING THIS ALL TOGETHER??[1]- The Bible is good and you can read that anywhere[2]- The Church community is good but you can enjoy that without any real connection with the Word of God or taking it home [3]- Positive family experiences can happen external from church and void of the bibleBUT when all done together it brings growth individually and growth to those around us….

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the challenge of helping children believe in Jesus in a culture that fosters doubt. She explores the belief process and how parents can build trust with their children to help them have confidence in their beliefs. She also addresses the topic of doubt and its prevalence, as highlighted by a recent study by the Barna Group. 

In the last five decades, Precept has created Bible studies and resources in over 90 languages, distributed in nearly 190 countries and on six continents. But CEO David Arthur felt they were missing an entire generation of people—namely millennials and Generation Z believers. Partnering with Barna Research, they discovered three important facts that helped them develop their brand-new Bible study resource named Yarrow. The next generation wants desperately to understand how the truth of the Bible connects to their daily lives and actual hardships. They long for a relationship with God and are interested in the Bible but don't know where to start. They need a guide who can help them get started and know where to go next. They are busy and deeply connected to technology. Yarrow is determined to meet them where they are with materials that speak to their way of life and fit into their daily routines and habits. So, the studies in Yarrow are designed to be relevant, guided, and flexible. David hopes to see a generation so in love with God and His Word that the culture around them is greatly impacted. Their vision is that every believer in Christ, lives out God's Word every day. They know that's a huge vision, but they also know we serve a big God. Connect with David: www.yarrow.org

We develop our way of looking at the world—our worldview—before we turn 13. Remarkably, new research finds that fewer than one in ten parents think through how to guide their children spiritually during those critical years.   Dr. George Barna directs the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University and includes these findings in his new book Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind and Soul. “Everybody has a worldview. You need a worldview to get through the day,” Barna says. “So children are going to develop a worldview whether their parents are involved in it or not. That is a vacuum that has to be filled.”  If parents don't work toward developing their children's spiritual life, other worldviews will fill that void. “Without their parents being there to help guide them, they're just doing the best they can to make sense of it all.” Barna offers ways to help parents to live out their roles as disciple-makers.  “The first of those is to recognize that God gave them these children to raise up to be disciples,” he says.  So it's important to be intentional and not outsource this critical part of parenting.   “They have to have not only a commitment, but a plan to take in these children during those formative 12 years, and do everything they can to lead them down the right path.” That begins by knowing what beliefs you as a parent want your children to embrace.  “Why? Because we do what we believe. In essence, your worldview is based on your beliefs, that then gets translated into behavior,” he says.   “The only way that you can be Christlike is to think like Jesus so that you can live like Jesus.”  Children see when stated beliefs are not reflected in behavior.  “Kids don't trust their parents anymore because their parents say one thing and do another. You want to get to your kids? Model the beliefs that you're trying to teach them. When they see you live it out, then they're going to say, ‘Okay, I see it. It works. My parents believe it. I'm going to run with it.'”  Underlying all of this, Dr. George Barna recommends that Christian parents bear in mind the context of all of their parenting.  “Parenting is a vital battle in the spiritual war in which we live,” he says. “We have to be aware of the nature of that battle if we're going to fight it well.”  Follow-up links for more information and inspiration: Specific recommendations and insights for parents and families about building their faith in young, preteen children How deep and widespread the problem is: too many children are not being nurtured in how to understand and practice their faith Solutions in George Barna's new book Raising Spiritual Champions -- his 60th! A Biblical worldview makes cultural transformation possible Learn more about the work of the Cultural Research Center here.  

In today's episode, we discuss a recent survey from Barna Research entitled, “What Are People of No Faith Looking For in Fatih Conversations.” How we communicate with those of “no faith” is critical if we truly want to reach them with the gospel.

https://youtu.be/QgKd52NDuK4?si=NPdCfK6DxkeRB7BC Peace of Mind – 4 – What Worry Reveals Peace of Mind Thank you for joining us again at Redemption Church. My name is Chris Fluitt and I welcome everyone tuning in online. If you can go ahead and leave us a comment to encourage us. Type Preacher Preacher!And welcome to everyone who has joined us in person. We are in the 4th week of our series on Mental Health called Peace of Mind.We have talked about mental health myths, anxiety, depression…In the next weeks we are talking about negativity, trauma, and burnout. Please join us and invite someone.   Today we are going to talk about a huge mental health problem. This problem is common, overlooked, and leads to dangerous health issues.   Worry According to the World Health Organization, Americans have a bigger prob with this issue than people in any other country of world. We are the wealthiest nation on earth… but we are the most worried nation on earth. We're number one!  USA USA USA!   According to Barna Research    • 60% of adults in the United States struggle with worry and stress daily. This means that over half of you are so worried that while I talk your mind will drift from the message towards your worry.  Worry is always fighting for your attention. It is always present but wants to be front of mind. Let's try to understand worry.   Worry Adam & Eve were not created with worry.  They had nothing to worry about. Worry entered the world when sin entered the world. We worry because of our sinful nature. Our sinful nature always defaults to FEAR – NOT FAITH.  KEY - Because of SIN your thoughts default toward fear. No one is awake at 2am, unable to sleep because they are trying to figure out how to manage their peace and joy. No you are worried about something… Kids, health, job, aging loved ones, politics, terrorism, wars, racism, price of gas.   All of this worry will lead to anxiety. We talked about anxiety 2 weeks ago. What's the difference between anxiety and worry?   Worry & Anxiety Worry & anxiety are related, but different. Let me simplify at the risk of oversimplifying. • We tend to experience worry in our minds.  We rehearse worry in our mind. • We generally experience anxiety in our bodies. Anxiety effects our physical body.   Worry is often specific, and Anxiety is often general and broad. You might WORRY about something specific – I might miss my flight.You might be ANXIOUS about traveling in general. You may be worried about something specific and not anxious generally.You may be anxious generally but not worried about anything specific.   However, we are to understand the difference, Jesus us tells us “Do not worry.” We are going to look at Matthew 6 if you want to turn in your Bibles. Multiple times in this chapter Jesus tells us not to worry. In a few verses Jesus hits the 5 most worried about topics and instructs us to NOT WORRY.   5 worry topics • Finances • Food • Fitness    • Fashion   • Future   Matthew 6:24-25 (NIV) 24 “…You cannot serve both God and money. 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Jesus mentions money – finances.What you eat or drink – food.Your body – fitness. What you will wear – fashion.Your life – future. Jesus says do not worry about these things.   5 worry topics • Finances • Food • Fitness    • Fashion   • Future   JESUS KNOWS US SO WELL! We tend to overly focus on & obsess on one of these 5 topics.   Everything on this list is TEMPORARY. Jesus tells us to not worry about the temporary, but would rather us focus on the eternal.   To those worried about finances. Jesus says you can't serve both God and money.  Is your worry about money an indication that you are serving money? Serve God and don't be worried about the dollar. Our culture often calls it the “almighty dollar.”  It is not almighty.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Have you checked off your Christian to do list today? Barna Research did a study that shares that most churchgoers equate spiritual maturity with following a list of rules. But, you know, that's not what the Bible says at all! Instead, Jesus tells us to abide in Him to produce spiritual fruit. Spiritual maturity isn't measured by checking all the boxes—it's measured by the Fruit of the Spirit. And the Fruit of the Spirit is produced by the Lord working in us as we abide in Him! Lamentations three says because of the Lord's great love we're not consumed - His mercy is new every morning, and great is His faithfulness! The Lord is so gentle with us and faithful to us. So, instead of focusing on what you think will make you look like a better Christian, focus on the power of the Holy Spirit, and spread the Gospel gently and faithfully to everyone you can. For help, visit www.sharelife.today.

Should churches use such data for decision making? Then, an interview with Pastor Chris Castaldo from New Covenant Church in Naperville, Illinois--and later, Brian gets nostalgic about the early days of The Common Good (when he and Ian recorded shows in Chris Castaldo's church basement!) Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this "identity" episode, Dr. Patty dives into what it looks like to reflect true Biblical Christianity as compared to the counterfeit worldviews of the Pharisees of the Bible or the modern-day self-righteous religious spirit and the New Age belief system.   She is referencing what she learned from the book  Am I Being Deceived?  by Drs. Mark and Patti Virkler.  No one counterfeits anything that is not real or valuable.  True Biblical Christianity combines the Word of God with the Holy Spirit with His interpretation and power.  the New Age belief system is Lie number one which espouses the belief in the spiritual realm apart from God as its source and leader.  So it is spirit without the Bible as a guide.  This lie opens participants to dark spiritual forces that can damage the soul and keep them from eternal life.   Pharisaicalsm or the self-righteous religious spirit believes in the Word of God apart from the Holy Spirit.  This worldview as people begin with their own minds to understand the Bible,  with an emphasis on the rules of the Bible, being known more for what they are against than what they are for.  Leaving out the Holy Spirit and His nature and character causes them to reflect an unloving, distant, and punishing God.  Dr. Patty summarizes an interesting Barna Research study on the worldview of American Christians that reveals the costs of believing and living according to the counterfeits.  Jesus shares His heart on this subject and leads you on a path to discover His will for you in the Experience Jesus encounter time.    Links references in this episode: New to the Podcast?  Check out the Trailer Episode for the Biblical Foundation for Experiencing Jesus!  https://PattyEJ.Podbean.com/e/trailer-episode-experience-jesus-with-dr-patty-sadallah The Special Place Encounter Exercise   https://bit.ly/3cEkYBC Am I Being Deceived by Drs. Mark and Patti Virkler  https://www.cwgministries.org/store/am-i-being-deceived-ebook   Are Christians More Like Jesus or Pharisees Barna Study  https://www.barna.com/research/christians-more-like-jesus-or-pharisees/   Get Two Free Chapters of the Experience Jesus Book Series  https://pattysadallah.com/free-gift/   Check out all of Dr. Patty's books, journals, and downloadable resources at her bookstore, and don't forget to use the code EJPOD to receive 10% off everything, even the things on sale.  https://PattySadallah.com/shop/   Check out Dr. Patty's latest book- Encountering the POWER  of God: Experience Jesus Book 4 https://pattysadallah.com/product/encountering-the-power-of-god-experience-jesus-book-4/     And please make sure you share this podcast and share how you were blessed by this episode by commenting below!  THANKS!

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Have you heard of the Great Commission? Well, in a study Barna Research conducted, they found that 51% of churchgoers were not familiar with the term “The Great Commission”; another 25% had heard of it, but couldn't recall the meaning, and only 17% knew what it meant and could articulate it. Now, what does this mean? Well frankly, it's not good. As our culture moves further away from a Christian worldview, it will be more important that we as believers are able and willing to, “go and make disciples.” Jesus declares in the book of Matthew that “the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” Do you want to see more Christians equipped to be able to go into the harvest field? Do you yourself want to be better equipped? Well, we can help. We train believers to share their faith so that together we CAN in fact fulfill the Great Commission. For resources to help you get started, visit our website at www.sharelife.today. That's www.sharelife.today.

Can Christians Be Demonically Influenced, Oppressed, and Possessed? 1.     According to “Barna Research,” 40% of Christians strongly agree that Satan is not real.2.     In addition, 19% agreed somewhat that Satan is not real.3.     26% disagreed with the statement affirming their belief that Satan is real.4.     Yet, 39%of Christians surveyed believed that a person can be under the influence of spiritual forces such as demons and evil spirits. While 25% agreed somewhat.Article: Barna.com “Most Christians do not believe that Satan or the Holy Spirit Exist.”Many Christians walk around unaware of the hidden danger. They never realize that there is an unseen realm cloaked in secrecy, and shielded in misinformation. The Spiritual realm is very real, active, and present. Even if the believer walks around oblivious to the battle ground they find themselves in. As we are leaving Babylon, we must guard ourselves from these spiritual attacks and not allow ourselves or our brothers and sisters in Christ to be slowed down in their exodus from Babylon. Watch The Video:https://youtu.be/Rh9f6w_cjDE(BrotherLance.com) Free Music, Bible Studies, Videos & More!(Weshallbelikehim.com) Download Our Free 45 Day Devotional Book Today!

The State Department released its 2022 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, detailing how nations are handling everything from life and freedom of speech to how sexually progressive countries are tracking sexual orientation and gender identity policies.

A recent report by Barna Research listed the top reasons people question Christianity. Among those who claim to be Christian, the problem of human suffering topped the list, followed by hypocrisy of religious people. The Colson Fellows program is a community of believers committed to learning and living faithfully under the fullness of Christ's authority in this time and this place. We are committed to the church, to the formation of a Christian worldview, and to making sense of a confusing world with the heart and mind of Christ. To learn more about this program, please visit colsonfellows.org.

This explains a lot: A new survey by Barna Research found that only 4% of American adults, and only 9% of born-again Christians, have a biblical worldview. 5) New York Times floats ridiculous story on cause of Nord Stream pipeline sabotage; 4) Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps expanding its naval capabilities; 3) Portland Fred Meyer grocery fires black security guard after Antifa activists accuse him on social media of being white supremacist; 2) New survey finds biblical worldview nearly extinct in US; 1) Amazon follows Walmart and Walgreens in closing stores in high-crime cities, calling it “cost-cutting” move.

Why do you believe? What is your faith rooted in? It's easy to forget our jewish roots due to Christianity being watered down by our western understanding. WHY I BELIEVE is a brand new series taking us into the Easter season where we'll discuss our belief in God, His word, and how to navigate the world in its current state. In week one of our Why I Believe series, Pastor Lee unpacks our belief in God and gives five reasons why he believes that God is real. According to Barna Research. 51% of respondents polled stated they believe in a biblical worldview. When questioned with supplementary research it was found that only 6% actually do. There is more evidence for God and without acknowledging the evidence and the Creator that it points to, we will never be able to understand the world. Everyone has a belief about God. Each belief about God forms a story. Five reasons I believe in God: 1. Creation and the universe we all live in 2. The moral law we all possess 3. The beauty we all observe 4. The revelation of God we have received 5. My personal experience with God

Why do you believe? What is your faith rooted in? It's easy to forget our jewish roots due to Christianity being watered down by our western understanding. WHY I BELIEVE is a brand new series taking us into the Easter season where we'll discuss our belief in God, His word, and how to navigate the world in its current state. In week one of our Why I Believe series, Pastor Lee unpacks our belief in God and gives five reasons why he believes that God is real. According to Barna Research. 51% of respondents polled stated they believe in a biblical worldview. When questioned with supplementary research it was found that only 6% actually do. There is more evidence for God and without acknowledging the evidence and the Creator that it points to, we will never be able to understand the world. Everyone has a belief about God. Each belief about God forms a story. Five reasons I believe in God: 1. Creation and the universe we all live in 2. The moral law we all possess 3. The beauty we all observe 4. The revelation of God we have received 5. My personal experience with God

This article tackles the question of defining morality based on one's worldview. it provides polling data from Barna Research on America's changing views on its application. ConclusionWhat speaks loudest in America today is that over 70% desire to set their own standards by rejecting those offered by the Creator of the universe. And, 34% of those who say they have a Biblical worldview reject the Bible's definition of morality. It is no wonder that we are a nation in decline. Two articles I wrote, “What Once Was Bad, is now Good” and “Reflections from a 70-year-old Biblical Christian” put this into perspective. 

And Elijah came to all the people, and said, "How long will you falter between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him." But the people answered him not a word. 1 Kings 18:21"A' la carte"Choosing separate foods in a restaurant rather than having the full meal. Barna Research tells us that 88% of Americans who profess to be Christians do not have a biblical worldview. They have a worldview called 'syncretism'; which means they pick and choose ideas from many different philosophies of life. We call this Christianity A' la carte; the subtle sin of syncretism. And the time has come to confront it.We hope you can be with us this weekend for this new message in Pastor Ray's series, "Obey God-Defy Tyrants"....Join us for a new message each week with Ray McCollum, recorded live from Celebration Church in Nashville, USA.Share the link and invite a friend to join this service.Subscribe to receive our latest content: https://tr.ee/2b6XuDKlaS ️To support the ministry of Celebration Church and invest in the lives of others through giving click here: https://app.sharefaith.com/app/giving...FOLLOW US►► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwmccollum/►► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rwmccollum/►► Twitter: https://twitter.com/rwmccollum#celebrationchurchnashville #online #jesus #celebrationchurch #church #onlinechurch #sermon #nashville

Dennis Hall and his guest, Justin Bohner, Assistant Pastor, First Baptist Church, Highlands, NC discuss the fact that almost 90% of the adults in America are concerned about the state of moral values in the nation. Two-thirds of all American adults see morality as a matter of cultural consensus, meaning every culture must determine acceptable morality for its people. In spite of this, almost 60% believe the Bible provides the absolute moral truths which are the same for all people, in all situations, without exception. David Kinnaman, President of Barna Research, believesthat moral code that can be called "the morality of self-fulfillment" has all but replaced Christianity as the culture's norm. With this backdrop, the discussion focuses on the scriptural teaching in 1 John 2:15-16, "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in him. For everything in the world – the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the Hepride of life – comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. " The concerns of listeners who do not feel much love for God or feel that their love for God has grown weak and cool is discussed in the closing moments of this podcast. Can also be seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/KMBUSl8-6-8

In this podcast, Dr. Lynn Swaner interviews Dr. David Kinnaman, President of the Barna Group, on a new research project on today's teens. As a partner in the research, ACSI is working with Barna to apply this research in the Christian education context and deliver insights to Christian school educators all over the world. Called “The Open Generation,” the research reveals how today's teens are open to Jesus and the Bible, and how Christian adults are greater influences in their lives toward faith than anything else. Dr. Kinnaman shares how this is encouraging news for Christian school leaders and teachers as they educate, disciple, and influence today's teens. For more information (including webinar recordings and to order copies of research journals), visit: https://www.barna.com/the-open-generation/.     About the Guest David Kinnaman is the author of the bestselling books Faith For Exiles, Good Faith, You Lost Me, and unChristian. He is president of Barna Group, a leading research and communications company that works with churches, nonprofits, and businesses ranging from film studios to financial services. Since 1995, David has directed interviews with more than two million individuals and overseen thousands of U.S. and global research studies. He lives in California with his three children.   About the Host Dr. Lynn E. Swaner is the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at ACSI, where she leads initiatives and develops strategies to address compelling questions and challenges facing Christian education. Dr. Swaner serves as a Cardus Senior Fellow and is the co-author or editor of multiple books on Christian education, including Flourishing Together: A Christian Vision for Students, Educators, and Schools and MindShift: Catalyzing Change in Christian Education. Prior to joining ACSI, she served as a professor of education and a Christian school administrator in New York.    Check out the research!

Are skinny jeans and fog machines at the heart of your church's growth strategy? Well, who are you turning to for help? And what are the best strategies for growth? Today's show with pastor and author, Jim Cymbala of the Brooklyn Tabernacle, answers your questions. Listen in as he fans the flame to renew your calling to finish the work that you have received. Serving as a pastor or church leader has never been easy. But recent data show a high level of fatigue and discouragement among pastors – and many are leaving the ministry.  In fact, in a recent survey, Barna Research says that 38% of pastors have thought about quitting full-time ministry in the past year.    How can you as a pastor or Christian leader find renewed passion for your calling, and regular refreshment, so you aren't serving on empty?  Today's podcast will highlight ways to fan the flame of the calling God has placed in you, so you can continue to serve.   I'm delighted to welcome Jim Cymbala, Pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle. Jim has been a pastor for more than 50 years, and along with leading Brooklyn Tabernacle, he has a heart for encouraging and equipping other pastors. His most recent book is Fan the Flame.   Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e32jimcymbala Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

By Richard Hunt Daniel Boll shares with seriousness the risk of not explaining the Gospel to children. “The stat comes from Barna Research – 4% of teens accept Christ when given a chance. 6% of adults will accept. But with kids, it's 32% accept Jesus when they're given a chance.” So once a child begins to mature, the odds of him or her forming a saving relationship with Jesus diminish greatly. “I want them to experience what God has for them. I want them to experience that fullness, that love, that acceptance – the belief that they were created for a purpose. That God made each and every one of them, He knit them together so perfectly for a purpose for something greater than themselves.” – Moriah Boll

By Richard Hunt Daniel Boll shares with seriousness the risk of not explaining the Gospel to children. “The stat comes from Barna Research – 4% of teens accept Christ when given a chance. 6% of adults will accept. But with kids, it's 32% accept Jesus when they're given a chance.” So once a child begins to mature, the odds of him or her forming a saving relationship with Jesus diminish greatly. “I want them to experience what God has for them. I want them to experience that fullness, that love, that acceptance – the belief that they were created for a purpose. That God made each and every one of them, He knit them together so perfectly for a purpose for something greater than themselves.” – Moriah Boll

Thomas Lutz started Vision Planners, LLC a strategic planning consultancy designed to assist leaders in creating plans to advance their visions. As a result of his unique background Tom has served hundreds of churches, non-profits, and businesses in the development of plans designed to ensure the accomplishment of their leader's visions. Tom's book: “Equipping Christians for Kingdom Purpose in Their Work: A Guide for All Who Make Disciples” was published in 2022 Have you thought about how to equip Christians for Kingdom Purpose in their work? “In God's kingdom, it's never enough just to have spiritual insight or a pure heart – faithfulness is always revealed in action.” 40% of Christians are engaged in any kind of discipleship, what does it all mean for where we live, work, and worship? What workplace tension (s) do you feel are prevalent in the marketplace today? Sample of Discussion Questions: 1. You talk about vocational discipleship. What is this? 2. What do you mean by “doing good work in a good way?” 3. According to Barna Research, less than 40% of Christians are engaged in any kind of discipleship. What do you make of this? 4. You suggest the workplace is not off-limits for sharing one's faith. What, if any, obstacles do exist?

Scott Furrow looks at the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard verdict and asks listeners if they feel it was worth it for both parties and if they would have gone the same route they did with the trial. Scott also looks at how we can learn from their mistakes and try to stay kind in today's society. Later, a new study shows that Christian's have feelings of inadequacy or a case of the jitters when sharing their faith with others, according to a new report by Barna Research. Scott asks listeners why they believe this is the case and if they share their faith with others? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss compromise in the church, discernment, history of apostasy, post-modernism, progressivism, the new Barna survey of pastors lacking a biblical worldview, church growth philosophies, and other anti-biblical ideas leading to the weakness in todays Christian church. Daily podcast, relevant articles on issues pertaining to Christians and more can be found on Stand Up For The Truth.

The role and significance of a godly mother cannot be overstated. For example, Jim cited a 2019 study from Barna Research. It dealt with those in the homes of practicing Christians in the U.S. It found that mothers, more than fathers, or any other category of frequent participants in households, are seen as the confidant, providers of support and even the drivers of the formation of faith.--Some of the clearest examples of the broad impact of mothers surfaced from the response of those from Generation -Z-. They offered a portrait of mothers who are present, passionate and faithful. In fact, according to practicing Christian teens, mothers are the -go-to- person for all kinds of support including advice, encouragement and sympathy.--So whether it's Paul's thoughts on a mother and grandmother from 2 Timothy 1-5 to today's members of Gen--Z-, it's simply proof that mothers will always have a special place in God's plan.--It's for these special individuals that Jim once again hosted our annual Mother's Day tribute which was highlighted by the personal testimonies of Crosstalk listeners.

The role and significance of a godly mother cannot be overstated. For example, Jim cited a 2019 study from Barna Research. It dealt with those in the homes of practicing Christians in the U.S. It found that mothers, more than fathers, or any other category of frequent participants in households, are seen as the confidant, providers of support and even the drivers of the formation of faith.--Some of the clearest examples of the broad impact of mothers surfaced from the response of those from Generation -Z-. They offered a portrait of mothers who are present, passionate and faithful. In fact, according to practicing Christian teens, mothers are the -go-to- person for all kinds of support including advice, encouragement and sympathy.--So whether it's Paul's thoughts on a mother and grandmother from 2 Timothy 1-5 to today's members of Gen--Z-, it's simply proof that mothers will always have a special place in God's plan.--It's for these special individuals that Jim once again hosted our annual Mother's Day tribute which was highlighted by the personal testimonies of Crosstalk listeners.

  We can't talk about raising today's boys without putting them in context in the generation in which they are being raised: Generation Z (kids ages 13-18). Generation Z is coming of age during a global pandemic and during a time when school shootings are not uncommon. They are the first generation in the history of the world that can claim the title “digital natives.” These markers are shaping who they becoming and what questions they are asking. Joining us today is Tanita Maddox, Assistant Regional Director for Young Life and Adolescent Culture Expert. Tanita studied Generation Z in her doctoral program and has been working with youth for over twenty years. She has an up close look into the lives of kids living in this generation and helps us understand how we can better meet them where they stand. Whether you are a parent, a boss, a youth leader, a teacher, or a coach, this episode will be helpful as you seek to understand Generation Z and the precious teens that fill our homes, schools, churches, workplaces, and teams. Will you fill out our quick survey so we can hear from YOU, Sister? Young Life The top question kids are asking in this generation: Is it safe or am I safe?  What they need to hear from us: they are courageous, they are strong, they are capable Barna Research articles on Gen Z for further reading Question to ask often to a Gen Z teen: On a scale of 1-10 how's your mental health? THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR Faithful Counseling

Barna Research found that 85% of those who left church did so because they felt that church people are hypocrites. That'a a big problem! Are you guilty of hypocrisy? In this conversation, Pastors Philip and Eric discuss hypocrisy and how to avoid "virtue signaling" tendencies. Jesus hated hypocrisy too, calling out those who fake religiosity as "actors" who aren't living rightly before God. Essentially, hypocrites are doing all the right things for all the wrong reasons, and that breaks the heart of God. They also address questions that you submitted to the show: Is it ok to give or do something good when you don't intend for it to be kept fully secret? If you can do something in private and be OK without publicity, then you know that your heart is in the right place. (3:16) When is it ok to put your good works on display without "virtue signaling"? Always ask yourself, "who is getting the glory?" (10:52) How do you properly share your accomplishments and let your light shine before others? Assess your motivations. (13:14) How should we balance a self-promotion culture to "get ahead" with Jesus' teaching on hypocrisy? Awards and accolades are OK and can be celebrated, but don't confuse your performance and your identity in Christ. (17:43) How do you call out hypocrisy in another? Be careful to manage your own heart first before calling sin out in another. (23:39) To watch the sermon for this episode on YouTube, visit https://youtu.be/Q2mZEfvll0c Questions for Living the Message can be submitted to 312-682-1888 or by email to livingthemessage@moodychurch.org.

According to a Barna Research study in 2019, 47% of Millenials think that sharing their faith is wrong. To be fair, we've all seen examples of how NOT to do it: Christians have been pushy, arrogant, and dismissive. Even so, it's literally the last thing Jesus said before leaving Earth: go make disciples. So how can we effectively do that? Today Pastor Greg dissects our excuses and encourages to follow the command of our Savior. Scriptures today: Acts 1:4-8 // Matthew 28:18-20 // 2 Timothy 4:1-2 // 1 Peter 3:15 // Thank you for joining us for this special message! Any music performed live is performed under all appropriate licenses from CCLI, and all musical rights remain reserved by their respective artists; license details are available upon request. No other rights are reserved; share this message of hope, light, direction, and peace with anyone and everyone who needs to hear it. If you cannot find a shareable copy, reach out to tech@lotwchurch.org and we will make one available for you. God bless. This is the core message from our live service on 2022-03-13. The full service, including worship, upcoming events, and prayers, can be found here: https://youtu.be/Kh2JFBPAWw4 See what happened behind the scenes This Week at Light of the World: https://youtu.be/pm9Ln1fJT9Y

Episode SummaryToday's guest on the Covenant Eyes Podcast is Frank Rich is a former bodybuilder, entrepreneur, certified men's health & addiction coach, and host of The Super Human Life podcast. After living with and battling addiction, depression, and anxiety for almost 20 years, he is now on a mission to help men take back control of their lives through the power of faith and fitness.Show notes:Pornography is affecting close to 70% of Christian men and according to new Barna Research, 34% of practicing Christians are struggling with anxiety and depression. 33% are struggling with loneliness. Studies have been correlations on people who struggle with pornography and depression, loneliness. Knowing these facts, it is important the Church find ways to meet people where they are to help them overcome.  In today's episode, we are going to talk about how we can support our Christian men in addressing the elephant in the room. Join our in-house experts at Covenant Eyes, Karen Potter, Director of Church Outreach, and Sam Black, Director of Recovery Programs for an exciting show.Key questions we will discuss in this episode:After deciding to quit porn for good, what are the only 2 reasons someone would relapse?What role does our nutrition & the foods we eat play in our porn addiction recovery?How can someone develop the self-confidence to live a life free of pornography?Free Resources:The 7 Step Guide To Living Life Without Porn (free book) - www.thesevenstepguide.comTry Covenant Eyes free for 30 days Use promo code SUPERHUMAN in checkout on our website: www.Covenanteyes.com

Part 2 of the discussion of Engaging Millennials. We take this conversation further and add some humor to it by talking about Kev on Stage's post. Some of the research comes from the Barna Research on Millennials.