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Saved by Grace, Still Growing
This white paper examines the segment of respondents who said they expect heaven because they are saved by grace through faith in Jesus. Within the larger study, this is a distinctly convictional population: doctrine is strong, identity is explicit, and self-reported transformation is substantial. At the same time, the segment still shows a meaningful drop from conviction to Scripture rhythms, relational discipleship, and visible multiplication. The resulting picture is not n
Arnie Cole
Apr 915 min read


A TURNING POINT FOR DISCIPLESHIP
A look at how Back to the Bible is reshaping discipleship through Scripture-focused tools that move believers toward real transformation.
Back to the Bible
Apr 13 min read


When Someone You Love Walks Away
Why do people walk away from faith—and how do they come back? This Sunday Review explores the “unresolved middle” and why relationships, not arguments, are key to spiritual return.
Arnie Cole
Mar 223 min read


THE STATE OF CHRISTIANITY IN AMERICA TODAY
New research from the Center for Scripture Absorption reveals a growing gap between belief and biblical discipleship in America.
Arnie Cole
Mar 12 min read


Special message from our CEO, Arnie Cole:
Back to the Bible CEO Arnie Cole discusses the State of Christianity in America following national coverage in The Christian Post and his upcoming Moody Radio interview.
Arnie Cole
Feb 281 min read


How Does the SALT Index Compare to Other Spiritual Formation Research?
This research brief compares the SALT Index with Lifeway, Barna, and American Bible Society studies, showing how outcomes-based, population-level metrics better measure spiritual formation, discipleship, and real-life transformation.
Arnie Cole
Feb 95 min read


Part 4. Revival or Decline: Your Final Verdict Vote.
This article uncovers how modern measures of ministry success may be shaping activity without producing transformation.
Arnie Cole
Feb 84 min read


Absorb One More: Scripture Absorption Research Brief
New Scripture Absorption research reveals that believers who engage God’s Word four or more days a week and disciple others experience the highest spiritual vitality, resilience, and multiplying impact—closing the discipleship gap through the “Absorb One More” model.
Arnie Cole
Feb 54 min read


The Evolution of Bible Engagement: A Research Journey (2004–2023)
A two-decade research journey reveals how consistent Bible engagement—especially the “Power of 4”—drives spiritual growth, life transformation, and discipleship, leading to today’s focus on Scripture absorption and measurable spiritual fitness.
Arnie Cole
Feb 517 min read
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