Here is one chart that was listed in the book. (pg 38)
“What Can Churches do?
“If a church presented truth to me in an understandable way that relates to my life now, I would attend. 63% agreed.
“If people at church cared about me as a person, I would be more likely to attend. 58% agreed.
“I would be willing to join a small group of people to learn more about the Bible and Jesus. 46% agreed.
“If music at church sounded similar to my favorite type of music, I would be more likely to attend. 31% agreed.”
Just from these questions and responses it is clear that keeping a focus on a clear gospel message has a great impact. The great “show” is not the answer. We seem to put a high priority on music yet, while important, it is not the answer.
Another statement on page 43 said that 77% of those surveyed “think Christianity today is more about organized religion than about loving God and loving people.”
One last comment about the Christians reputation. When asked, do Christians get on your nerves, 46% agreed that Christians do get on their nerves.
How does the unchurched person see my life?
