As November 3 approaches, the role of Christians and the 2024 election cannot be underestimated. Especially since a new survey from the Institute for Faith and Culture (IFC) reveals a significant gap between what US Evangelical Christians believe and how they act on those beliefs, particularly when it comes to voting and cultural engagement.
According to the study, conducted in partnership with Lifeway Research, while 92 percent of respondents say Christians have a responsibility to share Biblical truths, only 35 percent feel prepared to actually share those truths on cultural and hot-button issues.
Evangelical Christians and the 2024 election: vote for Biblical values, share God’s truth, and engage with culture for His glory. It’s Time for Christians to rise up, vote your faith, and make a difference.
A call to action, not just belief
The survey, which included 1,000 Evangelical Christians across the USA between July 18 and August 2, 2024, shows that the majority of respondents see the world through a Biblical lens. A full 93 percent agreed that interpreting what is seen and heard through the lens of scripture is important, and 87 percent believe that the Bible has something to say about today’s pressing issues. Yet, when it comes to acting on these convictions—such as voting for leaders who align with Biblical values or engaging in meaningful cultural conversations—many choose to stay silent.
This hesitation is particularly concerning given the significance of Christians and the 2024 election. Dr Rob Pacienza, President of the Institute for Faith and Culture, put it succinctly: “The study showed it’s pretty easy to say you want a culture that has the Bible as its foundation. However, a truly thriving culture is one where its citizens actually take action to ensure it.” This sentiment is vital as we consider the disconnect between belief and action within the Church today.
Why are Christians sitting out?
If 76 percent of respondents believe that God cares about how they vote, why are millions of Christians staying on the sidelines? Recent reports indicate that more than 40 million eligible Christian voters have not registered. This lack of participation presents a concerning trend, especially in an era when the culture desperately needs the light of Biblical truth. Christians and the 2024 election are crucial components in ensuring the future of a country built on Biblical values.
Lauren Cooley, Executive Director of the Institute for Faith and Culture, emphasizes the spiritual nature of the battles we face today. “The leaders of today’s churches have a responsibility to provide a deeper understanding of scripture. Our society fails when all we do is expect fair-weather Christianity. The Bible has served as a how-to guide for millions of citizens over the centuries. We can’t stop relying on it now.”
Christians must consider how their faith intersects with their civic duties. Failing to engage with culture, including voting, leaves a void that other ideologies will eagerly fill. Engaging biblically with culture isn’t just about standing against evil—it’s about advancing good and helping shape a nation that honors God. This is why Evangelical Christians and the 2024 election are pivotal in restoring a culture of righteousness and truth.
Survey Insights: The Bible’s Influence Is present but lacks application
The survey also provided several other insights into how Evangelicals view their role in culture:
- Half of respondents look to the Bible for solutions: 50 percent of respondents said the Bible helped them form opinions on solutions to society’s problems, while 17 percent relied on their personal preferences or social influencers.
- The Bible as a primary Influence for decisions: The survey revealed that 52 percent said the Bible is the primary influence on their personal decisions. However, 19 percent admitted that personalities and influencers have a greater say in their decision-making process.
- Sharing Biblical truths with others: While 92 percent believe Christians should share truths from God’s Word, 53 percent said they rarely have opportunities to engage with people who disagree with the Bible. Only 35 percent felt ready to share what the Bible says about cultural issues when given the chance.
These numbers reveal a troubling trend: many Christians want to share the hope of Christ but do not feel prepared or capable of doing so. While the desire to influence culture is there, the practical readiness to step out in faith often is not. This is why Evangelical Christians and the 2024 election are key—now is the time to act on the convictions we hold.
Partnering for change: vote your faith
One of the key ways Christians can engage with culture is by voting in accordance with their faith. IFC is proud to work alongside Vote Your Faith, a non-partisan organization that encourages Christians to connect their Biblical values to civic action. By mobilizing and registering Christians to vote, they aim to bridge the gap between belief and action and empower believers to have a tangible impact in their communities. The participation of Christians in the election will determine whether our values are represented at the highest levels.
The time Is now: bridging the belief-action gap
The findings of this survey are both a wake-up call and an opportunity. If Christians truly desire a culture shaped by Biblical values, we must be willing to step up and take action. We need to vote according to our faith, engage in respectful conversations with those who disagree, and confidently stand as witnesses for Christ in all areas of our lives. The Bible calls us to be “salt and light” (Matthew 5:13-16), actively working to preserve what is good and shine the light of truth into the darkness.
Our prayer should be for God to give America more time—time for Christians to rise up and lead, time for truth to be spoken boldly, and time for a genuine revival that transforms hearts and culture alike. But time alone isn’t enough; it requires faithful action on our part.
Evangelical Christians are at the forefront of the fight for righteousness. The world is watching, and our influence is needed. Let us be a people who not only believe in the truth of God’s Word but live it out boldly, for the glory of God and the good of our neighbors.
About the Institute for Faith and Culture: The Institute for Faith and Culture exists to equip Christians for this cultural moment to be salt and light in their sphere of influence, through the curation of Biblical worldview resources, practical training, and by connecting the body of Christ for the advancement of the Kingdom. For more information, visit Institute for Faith and Culture.
Learn more about Vote Your Faith at votefaith.org.
Also read: Lord, give America more time: a call for unity, truth and revival as we vote
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