The data is showing that more and more people are leaving church because of negative experiences. The American Bible Society’ (https://www.americanbible.org/) s John Plake joins the show to emphasize the importance of making people feel more welcomed into Christianity. Later, Pastor Brent Kuhlman (https://brentkuhlman.wordpress.com/)  shares from Ephesians 4:30 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=ephesians%204%3A30&version=ESV) and 2 Samuel 11 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20samuel%2011&version=ESV)  as he gives a warning against grieving the Holy Spirit with our actions. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now (https://give.unwsp.edu/site/Donation2?df_id=3342&3342.donation=form1&utm_source=myfaithradio.com&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=frn_podcasts)