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Most Churchgoers Flunk Bible Literacy Test
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- Lifeway Research found that two-thirds of American churchgoers scored below 60 percent on a Bible knowledge quiz.
- Daily Bible reading raises scores by nearly fourteen points while never reading Scripture lowers them by more than six.
- Only nine percent of respondents earned an A grade of ninety or higher.
A new survey by Lifeway Research reveals a troubling gap between pew attendance and Bible knowledge. The study asked more than two thousand regular churchgoers fifty questions about Scripture content and organization. The average score came in at fifty-one percent, with sixty-five percent receiving an F.
Scott McConnell, executive director of Lifeway Research, stated the findings plainly. “This study confirms most Christian churchgoers haven’t learned or don’t remember many things in the Bible and how it is organized.”
“If churches gave pop quizzes on the Bible this Sunday, most people in the pews would fail.”
The report highlights clear habits that improve biblical literacy. Reading Scripture every day adds nearly fourteen points to a person’s score, while holding a graduate degree contributes nearly eleven points. Regular devotional reading and seeking God through His Word also help believers retain what they study.
Conversely, rarely opening a Bible subtracts more than six points from the average score. Those with only a high school education or less also tend to score lower.
McConnell emphasized that Bible literacy requires both reading and study. “Knowing the Bible involves the heart, mind and emotions,” he said. “Bible literacy is impacted by a motivation to be in relationship with God, a desire to be encouraged by the Word and thoughtful exploration of its meaning.”
One longtime religion reporter decided to test his own knowledge on the twenty-five-question version of the quiz. He scored twenty-one correct answers for an eighty-four percent grade. Several of his family members and colleagues also took the test, with scores ranging from one hundred percent down to a single miss.
Ministers across the country are now using the survey results to assess how well their own congregations know Scripture. One Texas preacher is administering a similar quiz to determine what his church needs to teach more clearly.
The findings serve as a wake-up call for families and churches alike. Regular time in the Word remains the surest path to deeper faith and stronger biblical understanding.
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Faith Facts
- The Christian population in Gaza has shrunk to a few hundred since Hamas took control in 2007.
- Believers continue to face restrictions and fear while remaining in their homeland.
- Scripture calls the Church to remember and pray for persecuted brothers and sisters.
A Gazan Christian reflected on how life changed after Hamas seized control of the Gaza Strip in 2007, as recent reports indicate that the region's Christian community has dwindled to just a few hundred people.
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- The Palau Festival 2026 will feature Christian preaching alongside music and sports exhibitions in Villa María, Argentina.
- Two nights of events are scheduled at Plaza Pedro Viñas on November 13-14.
- BMX and freestyle soccer demonstrations will accompany the gospel-focused gatherings.
The Palau Festival 2026 will bring two nights of concerts, BMX and freestyle soccer exhibitions and Christian preaching to Plaza Pedro Viñas in Villa María, Argentina, on Nov. 13-14.
The event combines musical performances with athletic demonstrations in a setting that welcomes families and local communities.
Christian preaching remains central to the festival’s mission, offering attendees a clear presentation of the gospel.
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Faith Facts
- A Nigerian Christian widow who saw Boko Haram gunmen kill her husband for his faith is part of a delegation delivering a million-signature petition to Downing Street on Thursday.
- The campaign highlights the ongoing targeting of Christians across Africa and calls on Western leaders to act.
- Supporters frame the effort as a stand for religious liberty and the protection of families rooted in traditional Christian values.
A Nigerian widow who witnessed Boko Haram militants shoot her husband dead after he identified himself as a Christian is joining a delegation handing in a petition to Downing Street on Thursday.
The petition, signed by more than one million people, urges British and other Western officials to take concrete steps to protect Christians facing violent persecution in Africa. Advocates say the time for statements has passed and decisive action is required.
“My husband was killed simply because he confessed Christ,”
“We cannot remain silent while families are torn apart for their faith.”
The widow’s presence adds a deeply personal dimension to the campaign, reminding policymakers that behind every statistic is a real family shattered by radical violence. Organizers believe her testimony will strengthen calls for targeted sanctions, diplomatic pressure, and support for local churches and communities under threat.
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