The American Dream

The latest Barna report is out and interesting. It features the results of a study of what American's want most in life. It is worth the read (and a little reflection) for the implications for ministry (and outreach) in particular:

http://www.barna.org/FlexPage.aspx?Page=BarnaUpdateNarrowPreview&BarnaUpdateID=301

"... having good physical health (listed by 85%), living with a high degree of integrity (also 85%), having one marriage partner for life (80%), having a clear purpose for living (77%), having a close relationship with God (75%), and having close, personal friendships (74%)".