Should you care about churchlessness?

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought to the attention of many Christians another problem that seems to be viral and spreading. Churchlessness has been on a rapid incline for the past 20, but many people in the church do not seem to know or care. But since the pandemic has exacerbated everyone’s ability to go to church, it is now starting to hit home just how lackadaisical America’s church culture has become. According to Barna, almost half of the adult population is churchless. This is due to to increasing hostility toward Christians viewed as unloving, and the overarching institution of the church. Since the pandemic, I would assume that this number has skyrocketed, as the infrequent attenders now have a safety reason not to come back. But why should Christians care?

A lot of Christians already have the attitude that as long as they are safe and comfortable in their own church, they will be fine. The bubble Christians create for themselves isolate them from  others’ problems. This is great for convenience, but not great for what the Christian is called to do. The Christian is called to be salt and light, and that is impossible if you stay sheltered in your building. Awareness of others’ problems is what allows Christians to reach out and serve. So, Christians should care about churchlessness. They should care about everything the people in their lives are going through, and do their best to offer the solution God provides. Staying in your comfort zone never did anyone any favors.