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Readers Embrace HCSB’s Choice of ‘Slave,’ Survey Finds
Three out of four American Bible readers say they prefer a literal translation of Scripture even if some of the words or concepts do not fit easily into modern culture, according to a new study by Lifeway Research. The study polled 2,000 people through a demographically representative online panel. All participants read their Bibles at … Continue reading “Readers Embrace HCSB’s Choice of ‘Slave,’ Survey Finds”
Bible Readers Want Accuracy, Word-For-Word Translation
Most American Bible readers prefer word-for-word translations of the original Greek and Hebrew over thought-for-thought translations and value accuracy over readability. That is the finding of a new study by Lifeway Research. A total of 2,000 Bible readers participated in the study through a demographically representative online panel. To qualify, participants had to read the … Continue reading “Bible Readers Want Accuracy, Word-For-Word Translation”
Pastors Feel Privileged and Positive, Though Discouragement Can Come
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Though almost all pastors feel privileged to be in ministry, a majority also experience loneliness and discouragement. That is the finding of a survey by Lifeway Research of 1,000 American Protestant pastors conducted Aug. 17-24, 2011. A full 98 percent agree with the statement, “I feel privileged to be a pastor,” with 93 … Continue reading “Pastors Feel Privileged and Positive, Though Discouragement Can Come”
Pastors Say Mormons Not Christians
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Most pastors feel strongly that Mormons are not Christians, according to a survey by Lifeway Research. The survey polled 1,000 American Protestant pastors and asked them to respond to the statement: “I personally consider Mormons (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) to be Christians.” Three-quarters (75 percent) disagree with the statement, … Continue reading “Pastors Say Mormons Not Christians”
Pastors Say Porn Impacts Their Churches, Many Unsure to What Degree
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Most pastors believe pornography has adversely impacted the lives of their church members, but almost half cannot estimate what percentage of their congregation views porn. That is the finding of a recent survey by Lifeway Research of 1,000 American Protestant pastors. When presented with the statement, “Pornography has adversely affected the lives of … Continue reading “Pastors Say Porn Impacts Their Churches, Many Unsure to What Degree”
Pastors Plan to Host Christmas Services Despite Busyness of Christmas Day
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — While 9 in 10 pastors plan for their churches to host Christmas Day services this year, there may be plenty of space in the pews for those who actually attend. A recent Lifeway Research study of 1,000 Protestant pastors shows that 91 percent of Protestant pastors plan to have services on Christmas Day … Continue reading “Pastors Plan to Host Christmas Services Despite Busyness of Christmas Day”
Americans Have Mixed Impressions of Southern Baptists’ Identity
By Staff NASHVILLE, Tenn.—The majority of Americans have a favorable impression of Southern Baptists, according to a recent Lifeway Research study. However, 40 percent of respondents have an unfavorable view of the denomination, more than a third strongly assume an SBC church is not for them, and the negativity is higher among the unchurched. The … Continue reading “Americans Have Mixed Impressions of Southern Baptists’ Identity”
Ultimate Purpose and Meaning: Some Say They Pursue It, Others Do Not
By Staff A recent Lifeway Research study found that Americans with even a slight curiosity about an ultimate purpose to life are more likely to participate in worship services, while half of those who never attend church never wonder about life’s ultimate purpose. Approximately 75 percent of the 2,000 adults surveyed nationally indicate that they … Continue reading “Ultimate Purpose and Meaning: Some Say They Pursue It, Others Do Not”
Pastors Oppose Evolution, Split on Earth’s Age
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Pastors overwhelmingly believe that God did not use evolution to create humans and think Adam and Eve were literal people, according to a recent survey by Lifeway Research. The survey of 1,000 American Protestant pastors also found that ministers are almost evenly split on whether the earth is thousands of years old. When … Continue reading “Pastors Oppose Evolution, Split on Earth’s Age”