There are definite signs of spiritual trouble out there. Make no mistake. But amid the thistles grows the wheat. The lifestyle that so many are leading is empty and leads to hopelessness and despair. The alternative faith systems do not work.
Hate singes the soul of the one who drinks from that cup.
The good news is that among these natives, there is cause for hope. The emptiness of the things our culture has been grasping at is slowly becoming evident. Many people are beginning to re-examine the values their culture has given them and are questioning whether it was wise to toss away the faith of our fathers so flippantly. And there is a new hunger for God forever. In many instances, these young adult believers are starting energetic new congregations, or they are breathing vitality back into established churches, redefining worship, breaking down the walls between denominations and races, and refocusing resources into ministry to the community.