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Lifeway Research’s annual tracking survey reveals most U.S. Protestant pastors (54%) report the economy is negatively impacting their congregation. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/22/mor…

“Healthy churches are built on networks of relationships, not on a single point of connection.” — @chadhiggins research.lifeway.com/2026/10/21/dis…

The average church reports a modest 1.24% rise in giving over 2025, while the median change was 0%. Meanwhile, inflation, is up 3.7%. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/22/mor…

“Christians may think they are being loving when they agree God accepts the worship of all religions, but they are actually doing a disservice to a whole group of people in desperate need of a Savior.” — @MarissaPSulliv research.lifeway.com/2026/10/20/5-p…

“Being a disciple isn’t an activity we participate in; it’s a lifestyle we’re called into.” — @dshildreth research.lifeway.com/2026/10/19/you…

Most U.S. Protestant pastors (54%) report the economy is negatively impacting their church. Slightly more than a third (36%) say it’s having no impact, while 8% see a positive economic effect. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/22/mor…

NEW RESEARCH: Lifeway Research’s annual tracking survey reveals most pastors report the economy is negatively impacting their congregations. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/22/mor…

“If we want people to experience the growth that comes through meaningful relationships, we must intentionally create pathways for those relationships to begin and flourish.” — @chadhiggins research.lifeway.com/2026/10/21/dis…

“Healthy churches are built on networks of relationships, not on a single point of connection.” — @chadhiggins research.lifeway.com/2026/10/21/dis…

Despite the optimism most rural pastors have, they still recognize real issues that confront their ministries and congregations. To learn more, sign up now for our free rural church webinar on Oct. 29. streamyard.com/watch/D6KDX2xU…

“As we learn to love others the way Christ has loved us, we grow in Christlikeness and demonstrate to the world that we belong to Him.” — @chadhiggins research.lifeway.com/2026/10/21/dis…

Fewer than half of evangelicals (49%) agree even the smallest sin deserves eternal damnation. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/20/5-p…

NEW: Healthy, intentional relationships aren’t simply a means of discipleship; they’re an expression of it, as we grow in Christlikeness. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/21/dis…

No matter the size of the gift or act, it can provide the boost that the pastor needs to continue in ministry, strengthened and supported. lifewayresearch.com/2019/10/28/7-l…

Although almost all evangelicals (97%) say there is one true God in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — more than half (53%) still say the Holy Spirit is a force, not a personal being. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/20/5-p…

If these principles guide your student ministry, you’ll make it less likely those students become part of the church dropout statistics. research.lifeway.com/2021/10/07/5-k…

“Christians may think they are being loving when they agree God accepts the worship of all religions, but they are actually doing a disservice to a whole group of people in desperate need of a Savior.” — @MarissaPSulliv research.lifeway.com/2026/10/20/5-p…

“The goal is to build small, achievable wins that build confidence and spiritual habits so our people can see prayers answered and obey Jesus’s Great Commission more fully.” — @dshildreth research.lifeway.com/2026/10/19/you…

NEW: Frequent confusion over these five theological questions reveals a lack of understanding of how Scripture addresses them. research.lifeway.com/2026/10/20/5-p…

“Instead of wringing our hands in frustration, design your evangelism training around small wins and simple steps.” — @dshildreth research.lifeway.com/2026/10/19/you…