Lifeway News

NEW: Churchgoers tend to trust God’s involvement in their lives and the lives of others, but many admit doubts can creep in, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/aCcS50YEXFM

NEW: Pastors overwhelmingly view legal immigration positively but are more divided over the proper response to those who are in the United States illegally, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/shah50YBoUR

NEW: Infrequent churchgoers are often less likely to embrace the theological positions of those who attend worship services more frequently, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/gejy50Yy7gC

NEW: Last year, more than 19.1 million Bibles were sold in the U.S., according to market research firm Circana. Bible sales have more than tripled over the past 10 years. lfwy.co/6QKs50YxJ2r

From its first issue, HomeLife has focused on stories and articles that inspire and spiritually equip the entire household, starting with the mother. lfwy.co/uHna50YvR15

NEW: While churchgoers may be praying about sharing their faith in Jesus, many aren’t doing much to make that happen, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/voo850Yvfjb

NEW: Most churchgoers say they’re looking for ways to serve God as well as the people in the church and community, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/EOae50Ys2o8

NEW: A lack of stability grants Hispanic church planters flexibility that enhances their ministry. Still, they have some issues to overcome. lfwy.co/9xAR50YoGuJ

NEW: Meeting via Zoom, Lifeway Christian Resources trustees heard of God’s remarkable favor toward the organization over the past year and continued momentum into 2026. lfwy.co/7l7E50Yma0f

NEW: Most churchgoers say they confess sin and wrongdoings to God and ask for forgiveness at least a few times a week, according to @LifewayResearch's State of Discipleship. lfwy.co/IlCc50Yh78l

NEW via @LifewayResearch: Among U.S. Protestant churchgoers, most say they read Scripture regularly, but just 31% say Bible reading is a daily habit. lfwy.co/AKF050YckHq

NEW: Even though summer feels distant at the beginning of a new year, it will be here sooner than we expect. When your kids and student ministry teams plan ahead, the benefits are substantial. lfwy.co/gPWl50Y1eLH

NEW: In 2024, @LifewayResearch estimates 3,800 new Protestant churches were started in the U.S., while 4,000 churches were closed. lfwy.co/cVo550XW9ur

NEW: After adding eight camp locations in 2025, Lifeway camps are expanding once again in 2026, adding four new locations, as well as bringing new camps to previous locations. lfwy.co/Ckbs50XTwNF

NEW: As 2025 comes to a close, Lifeway Christian Resources reflects on a year marked by leadership transition, expanding ministry reach and a continued commitment to walk alongside churches as they make disciples. lfwy.co/cJzf50XMwlF

NEW: This January, around 4,000 ministry leaders and volunteers will get a taste of “Illumination Station” at Lifeway’s VBS Preview events. lfwy.co/crse50XHa9S

NEW: Numerous titles from across the imprints of Lifeway Christian Resources have recently been honored by media and publishing organizations. lfwy.co/g0Fm50XGnih

NEW: Despite potential barriers, new Hispanic churches in the U.S. are reaching new people and welcoming new faces, according to @LifewayResearch. lfwy.co/kuHc50XC38t