Rainer on Leadership The Unchurched Are Not Angry with You (But They Are Indifferent)
Nov 6, 2025
Unchurched individuals aren't angry at churches; they're simply indifferent. This apathy is an opportunity rather than a challenge. Instead of arguing, disrupt indifference with love and presence. Personal invitations remain the key to boosting attendance, with relationships taking priority over programs. Addressing practical needs and loneliness makes the gospel more relevant. Intentional prayer for spiritual openness can prepare the ground for meaningful connections and outreach.
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Unchurched Are Largely Indifferent
- Most non-churchgoers are not angry at the church and often expect churches to hold consistent beliefs.
- Indifference, not hostility, is the primary barrier to church engagement.
Visitor Expected Church Consistency
- Josh shared a conversation with a non-churched man about differing sexual ethics who wasn't upset by sermons.
- The man expected consistent church beliefs and found them unsurprising rather than offensive.
Members Often Don't Know Their Doctrine
- Many church members can't articulate their own congregation's doctrines or distinctives.
- The unchurched often don't know or care about denominational doctrinal details either.
