Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds

Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds

Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers failed a test measuring their knowledge of the Bible, highlighting widespread gaps in biblical literacy, according to a report published Tuesday by Lifeway Research. The assessment used a traditional grading system ranging from A (90 and above) to F (below 60). The average score was 51, with 65% receiving an F, 9% a D, 9% a C, 8% a B and 9% an A.
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