American Culture

“12% of evangelical Protestants identify as liberal politically, while another 24% say they are right in the middle…. a clear majority of politically liberal evangelicals consider abortion (62%), sex before marriage (70%), homosexual activity or sex (70%), and pornography (80%) to be sin.” - Grey Matter

“Overall, 49% of U.S. adults say both that religion is losing influence and that this is a bad thing. An additional 8% of U.S. adults think religion’s influence is growing and that this is a good thing.” - Pew

“According to a recent study by Pew Research, young men are now more likely than young women to say they want children. Specifically, 57% of young men compared to only 45%, a minority, of young women.” - Breakpoint

“Overall, each younger generation is about twice as likely as the generation that preceded it to identify as LGBTQ+. More than one in five Gen Z adults, ranging in age from 18 to 26 in 2023, identify as LGBTQ+, as do nearly one in 10 millennials (aged 27 to 42).” - Gallup

“I cannot know the hearts of men and women. But is it fair to make an estimate? … Can we really provide the number of CHRINOs in America, even if it’s not precise? I think the answer to all of those questions is ‘yes.’” - Thom Rainer

“Many commentators will blame these declines on the increased delay in marriage…. the situation is extreme at higher ages, too. As the figure below shows, ever-married shares today are at historic lows for 35-year-old and 45-year-old men and women.” - IFS

“Our goal in this edition of FrontLine is to provide biblical and theological tools that will help you decide how you will engage a dominant culture that is hostile to Christianity.” - P&D

“We have a gospel mandate that makes the dominion mandate redundant. Our mandate in this age is the Great Commission. Make disciples of Jesus Christ—genuine, deep, self-sacrificing reflections of the character of Christ in personal heart and life.” - P&D

“One thing’s for sure. The religious and irreligious landscape in America is changing dramatically.” - Religion Unplugged

Related: ‘Nones’ Have Always Been with Us - TGC

“47% “very” satisfied with their personal lives; one point shy of record low… 78% very or somewhat satisfied; down five points since last year” - Gallup