49% of Pastors Say Their Ministry is "Fertile But Unplowed"
New data confirms the tension you feel: Spiritual hunger is rising, but the pathway to maturity is unclear.
You suspect it every Sunday. People are showing up, but you aren't sure they are actually being formed.
We surveyed pastors and church leaders to confirm what is happening beneath the surface. The results expose a critical vulnerability in the modern church: Activity is high, but alignment is low.
The Data You Can't Ignore
While you manage programs, a quiet frustration is building. The report reveals:
- The "Unplowed" Gap: Nearly half of churches (49%) admit they have spiritually hungry people but lack a consistent path to guide them.
- The Leadership Risk: 42% say their discipleship quality depends entirely on who is leading the group because there is no shared plan.
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The Volunteer Cry: Your leaders don't want more freedom. 49% say their most energizing "win" would simply be a clear, sustainable roadmap.
Don't Lead in the Dark
The healthiest churches are already pivoting. They are shifting from "finishing studies" to "forming people".
Are you still relying on fragmented efforts while others are building a shared strategy?
See the 4 patterns of healthy discipleship cultures before you plan your next season.
