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The quiet revival: 'I remain cautiously optimistic'

The quiet revival: 'I remain cautiously optimistic'

Josh Williamson
Josh Williamson

In recent months, much has been written about the so-called quiet revival. In essence, what is being reported is that we are seeing an increase in people, especially younger people, attending church, with a growing interest in the Bible.

In my work with The Open-Air Mission, I have certainly seen a far greater number of young people showing interest in the good news than I have previously observed. People are open to talking about the gospel and reading God’s Word. These are all good things, though I remain cautiously optimistic.

Has your church 'lost' the gospel?

Has your church 'lost' the gospel?

Josh Williamson
Josh Williamson

There is a great danger lurking in many evangelical churches, yet the danger is so subtle that many cannot see what has crept in.

At first glance, we may not notice the issues amongst the churches; on paper, we have everything correct – we’ve got our statements on human sexuality, gender, the role of women, the fundamentals of the Faith, and even the gospel. Perhaps we even subscribe to one of the historic confessions.