The state of theology
Decker analyzes Ligonier Ministries' biennial "State of Theology" survey, which measures American and evangelical beliefs about God, salvation, ethics, and Scripture. The article uses survey data to highlight widespread theological decline in American Christianity and to equip believers for more effective gospel witness and discipleship in their communities.
This article will reflect on the Ligonier Ministries' survey entitled "The State of Theology." Every two years, Ligonier partners with Lifeway Research in order to understand what Americans "believe about God, salvation, ethics, and the Bible."1 The results are informative for the believer in the church for at least two reasons. First, considering this survey, the believer cannot help but contemplate the end of this present age and the return of Jesus Christ. This research makes very clear...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org
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