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Written by David Wheeler, Legacy Coalition Pastor\u2019s Division<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAmerica is at war with itself.\u201d<\/em> That\u2019s the conclusion of George Barna as he analyzes the troubling results of a study conducted by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University.[1]<\/a><\/sup> \u201cThere is a war for worldview dominance\u2026adopting new values, lifestyles, and a new identity for the nation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are apparently significant belief differences (\u201cradically different\u201d)<\/em> between Baby Boomers (ages 56-74) and Millennials (ages 18-36) in almost every variable studied. They seem to emerge in three categories: respect for others, interest in faith, and enthusiasm for America. Barna asserts that we are \u201cflirting with cultural decline.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Faith Canyon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Decades ago, multi-generational values were very similar. A recent re-run of \u201cLeave it to Beaver\u201d has Wally coming into his parents\u2019 bedroom to borrow one of his dad\u2019s ties for a dance that evening at the country club\u2026the same<\/em> dance his parents are preparing to attend! Generational division was minimal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, in the late 60s, we began to hear of a \u201cgeneration gap\u201d. Then in the 90s, it became a \u201cfaith gap\u201d. Now, it appears to be evolving into a \u201cfaith canyon\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The study may indicate what Barna calls a \u201crobust rejection of the Christian faith.\u201d<\/em>  The data reveals that this younger generation is less likely to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Believe in absolute moral truth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • View the Bible as a reliable\/authoritative moral guide<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Be committed to practicing their faith, praying and worshiping weekly, confessing their sins, believing that God created humans in His image, and believing that God loves them unconditionally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    They are more likely to believe that having<\/em> faith matters more than which<\/em> faith they have. Basically, this younger generation is disengaging from traditional Christianity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Need for Purposeful Grandparents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    This report certainly reinforces the call from the Legacy Coalition to \u201cthink four\u201d generations as we strive to leave a vital legacy of faith to our descendants. If the younger members of our nation are to be exposed to the joys of authentic faith in Jesus Christ, the burden seems to be increasingly shifting to those of us who are<\/em> experiencing those joys. We need to be pointing them to Truth\u2014that there is one, and God has revealed it to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I\u2019ve been reflecting on Psalm 11:3 lately: \u201cWhen the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?\u201d<\/em> I don\u2019t know all the answers to that question. However, our ministry does have some strong suggestions as to what righteous, purposeful<\/em> Christian grandparents can<\/em> do! We\u2019re grateful for the resources being developed to help us stand in the gap and influence our grandkids for Christ as they live in this decaying culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This study would indicate that our godly presence and involvement in the lives of our families is more vitally needed\u2026and impactful\u2026than ever.<\/strong> Additionally, it certainly deepens the conviction that we need to get on our knees and plead for the souls of our beloved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u201cLet\u2019s not get tired of doing what is good\u2026we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don\u2019t give up.\u201d<\/em>  (Galatians 6:9)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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