CNLP 624 | Ryan Burge On The Rise of the Nones, Christianity as a Luxury Good, The Threat To Democracy With the Decline in Religion, And Why The Nones Are Very Reachable
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
The Importance of Community in Church Attendance
The key factor influencing people's attendance at church is the presence of friends. Many individuals would return to church or join a new one if their friends were there. This highlights the crucial role of community in church participation, emphasizing that the social aspect of the church may hold more significance than the spiritual or theological aspects for many individuals. It is suggested that churches should focus on addressing horizontal, relational problems rather than solely vertical, spiritual problems to better cater to the needs of their congregations and foster a sense of community.
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