Nearly 60% of Americans who regularly attend Christian church say there is no such thing as the Holy Spiritโthey say the Holy Spirit is just a symbol of Godโs power or presence or purity.
George BarnaJesus didn't die so we could fill auditoriums, he died so that lives could be transformed.
George BarnaIt is not a churchโs job to spiritually develop your children. Scripturally, it is the job of the parents. The church body is supposed to support parents in raising children, not replace them.
George BarnaGod can, has and will use anybody who is open to serving Him to convey the gospel. He will bless the efforts of His servants whether they are gifted as evangelizers or not.
George BarnaThese figures emphasize how soft people's commitment to God is. Americans are willing to expend some energy in religious activities such as attending church and reading the Bible, and they are willing to throw some money in the offering basket, but when it comes time to truly establishing their priorities and making a tangible commitment to knowing and loving God, most people stop short.
George Barna