The rise of personal stories from Christian (or ex-Christian) influencers reassessing their beliefs has made “deconstruction” seem like a viral trend. And it is fairly widespread: Overall, 42% of all adults say they have deconstructed the faith of their youth. Barna’s research on the spiritually open reveals deeper insights from those who have gone through this soul-searching experience. Here are five key findings that shed light on why some stay rooted in faith while others walk away.
New U.S. Travel Ban Will Harm the United Methodist Church
President Donald Trump’s announced travel ban will harm members of The United Methodist Church and its far-flung ministries significantly if allowed to stand.
The UMC is not the only denomination affected by this travel ban.The Dangerous Secret Your Young Men Are Keeping: Neo-Nazi Thought Has Entered the Church
When temptation arrives, it rarely announces itself. Instead, it speaks like a familiar friend. It preys on our vanity, arrogance, and curiosity—buttons it knows how to push only too well.
3 Ways Your Kids Ministry Could Hinder Your Young Adult Ministry
Is your kids ministry holding back your young adult ministry? Every connection point is important in making disciples.
The article would have benefitted from a quick proofreading.The Nicene Controversies Taught the World How to Think
Few roads have mattered more to the development of Christianity than the Via Militaris, a Roman military highway stretching nearly a thousand miles from Constantinople across the Balkans to Sirmium—modern-day Sremska Mitrovica in Serbia. Along this strategic corridor, where the Greek East faded into the Latin West, emperors marched, legions moved to guard the Danube frontier, and imperial officials carried messages and mandates between Rome’s twin capitals. But in the fourth century, the Via Militaris served also as a theological highway. The Emperor Constantine himself was born in a city along its path, and in the decades following the Council of Nicaea in 325, no fewer than nine major church councils were held along this route, as bishops wrestled with the most urgent and divisive question of the age: the true nature of Jesus Christ.
Shepherds—In This Gospel Work Together
In Scripture, pastors are often called shepherds—those entrusted to lead, feed and protect the flock. But what happens when the shepherds themselves start to get worn out?
The Starting Point for Preaching Truth in an Opinion-Driven Culture
Beginning is often the hardest part of doing anything. We all want to be in better shape, but we never seem to get to the gym. We want to write our novel but never write the first sentence. We want to engage our neighbors and friends with the good news of Jesus, but we can never find a good place to start the conversation. We want to preach the gospel to our lost communities, but how do we start? What’s our opening line?
Brandon Lake suggests overtly biblical worship songs risk alienating non-Christians: 'Christianese'
Brandon Lake, an award-winning Christian music artist who recently swept the 12th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House, drew attention on social media this week for suggesting worship songs threaten to alienate non-Christians if they are too overtly biblical.
Brandon Lake's viewpoint essentially is a denial of the power of the Holy Spirit to use wording taken from the Bible to transform hearts, minds, and lives.How to Resolve Problems Between the Tech and Worship Teams
Don’t think your church is unique with your own sound problems. I’m here to let you know your church is no different than any other church in this area. So take heart: This isn’t an unsolvable situation. In fact it’s a very common problem, not only in the church sound world but in the secular world of touring professionals.
Are You Reading the Bible the Wrong Way?
Reading God’s Word is insufficient if we don’t rightly understand the context and meaning behind the words we’re reading. It is possible to read the Bible and misunderstand the point of what God is saying. Such misunderstandings can actually be harmful to our lives and our relationship with God. Specifically, we need to steer clear of these dangerous approaches to reading the Bible.
Why and How to Begin Scripture Writing
“Be sure to spend time in the Bible every day.” Every Christian hears this often. We know that it’s important. But we also know that it’s easier in some seasons of life than in others.
The Destructive Power of Porn (and How to Break Free)
We live in a world where pornography is just a click away, and many think it’s harmless. Some say it’s part of growing up. Others argue it’s natural, even healthy. But here’s the truth: Porn distorts your mind, cheapens intimacy, and draws you away from God’s design for love and relationships. In short, pornography destroys, and it does so in multiple ways.
“Be sure to spend time in the Bible every day.” Every Christian hears this often. We know that it’s important. But we also know that it’s easier in some seasons of life than in others.
The Destructive Power of Porn (and How to Break Free)
We live in a world where pornography is just a click away, and many think it’s harmless. Some say it’s part of growing up. Others argue it’s natural, even healthy. But here’s the truth: Porn distorts your mind, cheapens intimacy, and draws you away from God’s design for love and relationships. In short, pornography destroys, and it does so in multiple ways.
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