The “Spirit-Filled” Community

“Churches are dying today because they are not doing anything the world should look at and say, ‘There is evidence that God is real and glorious.’” — John Piper

Why Do We Gather?

In our day, weekly worship has fallen on hard times. A Gallup poll recently revealed that—for the first time in over 80 years—less than half of Americans belong to a house of worship. Attendance has dropped from 68% two decades ago to 47% today. And with each new generation, the trend grows sharper. Add to this the lasting effects of the pandemic—many churches were forced to close for a season, and some believers have never returned. With livestreams and online options so accessible, many now wonder, Do I really need to gather at all?