2.11 - Church growth Flashcards
What is the estimate for how many Christians there are in the world?
They vary from 1.5-2.5 Billion people.
This is roughly what percentage of the population is that?
Just under a third of all people on Earth. However one third of people claim some sort of connection to the Christian faith.
Where is the church growing rapidly?
South America, Africa and Asia
Where is the church not growing rapidly?
In Europe and USA.
Why is especially bad in the Middle East?
Because Christians face extreme persecution.
In 2010, how many Catholics were there?
1.1 Billion
Which country will soon have the most Christians in it of any other country?
China
Why is this surprising?
Because there is much oppression due to a communist government.
In 1910, which Asian country reported it had no Christian churches?
South Korea
What’s the case now?
Its capital, Seoul, has over 7000 alone
What else does the mission of the church include other than just making people believers?
Making them disciples and training new people to follow Jesus and preach.
