You’ve been told plenty about what’s driving Millennials away. Christian clichés like “Whenever God closes a door, he opens a window” and “Let go and let God” always elicit eye rolls. Even if there’s truth to be found in these sayings, Millennials won’t see past their overuse and cheesy packaging.
Many churches have tried to reinvent by bringing in a hipster pastor, amping up social media presence, and opening a church café — but none of that will bring Millennials to the pews. Neither will watered-down Christian doctrine. Deep down, what Millennials crave is a church that will speak Jesus into our daily lives in a meaningful, authentic way.
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