Survey of everyday people

One of our mission teams this summer did a survey of people in our area. They talked to people and asked them five questions. Here are the results. I have highlighted some of the statistics,

Survey results from 42 individuals. (male and female, young and old)

World event capturing your attention:

Middle East Conflict 86% Abortion 3%

Global Warming 3% Mel Gibson Problem 2%

Pornography 2% Hurricane Katrina 2%

What emotions do you experience when considering the events listed above:

Sadness 30% Fear 19%

Disgust 12% Hopelessness 12%

Upset 8% Anger 8%

Frustration 8% Stupid 3%

*notice no one expressed any positive emotions

What role does God play in the world today?

Not much 48%

Large role 40%

Unsure 12%

What role does God play in your own life?

Not much 37%

Big role 35%

None 28%

*basically 2 of 3 people indicated no real connection with God (very sad)

Is it possibly to know God personally?

Yes 69%

No 31%

* the irony is that 2/3 do not have a connection with God yet over 2/3 thought it was possible to know Him.

My conclusion: People need to understand that God desires to be involved in their lives on a daily basis. They need people to show them that God is real and that He can make a difference and wants to make a difference in their lives.

Thoughts...