The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God S2 E30. Is The Rebirth Real? Debating the Data, Probing the Politics
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Dec 30, 2025 
In this thought-provoking discussion, British MP Danny Kruger shares his viral speech on England's Christian heritage and critiques recent societal shifts. Rhiannon McAleer presents findings from her report on rising church attendance among youth, while sociologist David Voas counters with insights on ongoing secularization. Peter Dray reveals Gen Z's spiritual openness, and Mark Sayers warns against politicizing revival movements. Together, they explore the complexities of faith in today's landscape, highlighting both hope and caution for future engagement.
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Gen Z's Global Spiritual Openness
- IFES research finds Gen Z are globally diverse, urban, and highly open to many spiritualities.
- This openness makes them more likely to explore Christianity alongside other traditions.
Spikes Don't Always Offset Long-Term Decline
- Small, publicised increases (e.g., adult baptisms, Bible sales) can mask much larger long-term declines like falling infant baptisms.
- Numerically, those spikes may not reverse long-term secularization trends.
Act On The Missional Moment
- Churches should act on the
