Bible Quote by David Kinnaman
““Overall, knowledge of Scripture, doctrine, and church history is poor among most Christians, not just young adult believers.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The State of Evangelical Christianity, 2020
Many Christians lack deep understanding of scripture, doctrine, and history.
In simple terms: Christians often know little about their faith basics.
Key Takeaway
Encourage deeper study and teaching.
Themes
faith education
knowledge gaps
church history
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- Sunday school
- seminary curricula
- small groups
- personal study
Key Concepts
Theology
religious literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources can improve biblical literacy?
- How can churches make learning engaging?
A Different Perspective
Complex doctrines can be intimidating.
![“[The papists] ought to have sympathy with us weak, poor Christians, and not condemn us or make fun of us because we are learning so childishly to toddle along the benches, nay, to creep in the mire, and cannot skip and dance, on such light feet and legs, over and outside of God's commandments, as…” quote by Martin Luther](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/79b/martin-luther-106_benches_the-papists-ought-to-have-sympathy-with_2321648.jpg)
