The News
The American Bible Society's latest State of the Bible report reveals that nearly half of Americans say they've personally experienced a miraculous answer to prayer. This finding stands out amid broader research showing declining church attendance and shrinking religious affiliation across the country.
Why It Matters
While your denomination's attendance numbers might feel discouraging, this data tells a different story about how people actually experience God. Your members likely have powerful prayer testimonies they rarely share publicly. This is an opportunity to create space—in small groups, during testimonies, or in informal settings—where people feel safe sharing how God has moved in their lives. These stories become powerful discipleship tools and strengthen community bonds.
The Takeaway
Invite one person this week to share a story of answered prayer, and watch how it shifts your church's conversation from what's declining to what's actually alive.
Source: Relevant Magazine