EXPORT, PA – What really happens when evangelical parents pour their faith into raising their kids? Do those seeds grow into lasting spiritual commitment—or do they fall away over time? A new, eye-opening study from Infinity Concepts and Grey Matter Research takes a deep dive into these questions, and the results are both challenging and encouraging.
The report, titled “Evangelical Parenting: Hopes, Results, and Regrets,” explores how Christian parents across America are integrating their faith into their parenting—and how their children are responding as they grow up.
Some of the key insights include:
- Faith is foundational: 87% of evangelical parents say their faith played a major role in how they raised their children.
- Practice doesn’t always equal passion: Even with high levels of spiritual engagement—95% prayed with their kids, 94% taught them Scripture, and 86% brought them to church—47% say their oldest child is less committed to Christianity than they are.
- Many live with regret: 63% of parents wish they had done more to nurture their child’s faith.
- Hope is still alive: An encouraging 92% believe their child will eventually return to a strong faith.
- Faith-driven parenting matters: The more faith shaped a parent’s life, the more likely their child is to stay committed.
“These findings really highlight the heart and hope of Christian parenting,” says Ron Sellers, president of Grey Matter Research. “Even when children take unexpected turns in their faith, most parents remain deeply committed to guiding them back with love, prayer, and meaningful conversation.”
Mark Dreistadt, president of Infinity Concepts, adds, “This report shows there’s no guarantee—but there is hope. Parents who live their faith boldly still have a powerful influence.”
Download the full report, “Committed Parents Produce Committed Christian Kids,” and discover what thousands of Christian parents are experiencing—and how you can stay encouraged in your own journey.
