Future of the church

• Who stated, "The True Church can never fail. For it is based upon a rock."?

  1. S. Eliot
• What does John Calvin suggest about the existence of the church?

  Wherever the Word of God is purely preached and heard, there a church of God exists
• How long has the Church been around?

  Over 2,000 years
• Why is the number of Christians significant for the Church's survival?

  There are over 2.2 billion Christians, making it unlikely to lose them all in 50 years
• How is ecumenism contributing to the strength of the Church?

  Churches are uniting around the world, which helps keep the Church strong
• Why is the Church considered more relevant today than ever before?

  Due to the Missionary Work and the people they are helping
• What changes in leadership are occurring in some denominations of the Church?

  There are now female bishops in some denominations
• How is the Church adapting to modern society?

  Some Churches are accepting the LGBT community
• What role does evangelical work play in the future of the Church?

  It will help keep the Church going in 50 years' time
• What is a consequence of disagreements between denominations?

  It is causing many people to turn away from the Church
• What trend is affecting the relevance of the Church today?

  The world is becoming more secular
• Why do some believe the Church is not relevant today?

  Because there are many secular charities helping those in need
• What is a viewpoint held by some Christians regarding female bishops and homosexuality?

  Some Christians do not accept homosexuality or female bishops
• How are famous atheists influencing young people regarding religion?

  Many famous people being openly atheist encourages young people to turn away from religion