A willingness to listen. An inductive educational model has created the willingness to listen to various presentations before making up one's mind. The search for values. Political figures have been inclined to side with the church in most cultural disputes although this has not necessarily been true of the judicial system. A growing desire to communicate values and build character has caused some political leaders to reassess the Christian message and the Bible.
Stress brings a search for stability.
Roller coaster stock market rides have increased anxiety and concern about our future economic stability. Churches are responding by communicating that people can find peace and stability in Christ. Missionaries to America. Internationalism has led to the importation of Christian influence from Latin America, Africa and Asia. Tools from technology.