The Lausanne Movement has released its first Global Voices Report, a new annual survey designed to help the worldwide Church reflect on cultural shifts and ministry needs. The report was published in October and draws on responses from 1,030 Christian leaders across 119 countries, gathered during June and July 2025.
According to the findings, leaders in every region, particularly younger ones, believe the Church will grow stronger in the coming years. Many expect Christian influence in society to increase and anticipate fresh opportunities to advance the Great Commission within the next five years.
While respondents acknowledged ongoing challenges such as secularisation, political division and public distrust, the tone of the report is notably hopeful. Under the guidance of Matthew Niermann, the Lausanne Movement’s Director of Global Research, the study concludes that confidence does not rest on cultural trends but on trust in God’s sovereignty and the Church’s ability to adapt.
Digital mission seen as essential
Nearly all participants (95%) identified the digital world as a genuine mission field and called for greater investment in online evangelism and discipleship. However, many also expressed uncertainty about how effectively the Church currently represents Christ online, or whether digital platforms are helping to form mature disciples. The report notes that the digital opportunity is clear, but the global Church is still discerning how to build an online presence that is both authentic and meaningful.
Key drivers for advancing the Great Commission
When asked which factors will most help global mission in the coming decade, leaders highlighted five areas:
stronger collaboration and partnerships,
renewed commitment to discipleship,
wider use of digital tools,
ministry within the workplace, and
deeper engagement with young people.
These themes suggest a shared desire for unity, holistic witness and flexibility during a time of rapid change. Together, they point to a vision of a Church that is younger, better connected and equipped to serve in every area of society.
Growing unity across diverse contexts
With more than 1,000 leaders contributing from over 100 nations, the survey reveals broad agreement about the major challenges and opportunities facing Christians today. Although the expression of these issues differs by region, the underlying convictions show a global Church increasingly aligned in purpose even while navigating very different local realities.
Adapted from Evangelical Focus.
