Bible Society says its Quiet Revival report was wrong: now what?

Bible Society says its Quiet Revival report was wrong: now what?

Sam Hailes, editor of Premier Christianity, reflects on the withdrawal of the widely discussed Quiet Revival report after YouGov admitted its data was flawed. While the findings which suggested significant growth in UK church attendance, especially among young people, have now been discredited, Hailes urges Christians not to lose heart. He acknowledges the disappointment and recognises that criticisms of the report were justified. However, he says that the truth of the Christian faith does not depend on statistics or public opinion, but on the unchanging reality of Christ. Importantly, he points to a broader pattern of encouraging signs across the UK: rising Bible sales, increasing engagement among young people, growing church attendance in some contexts, and a renewed openness to faith. Many church leaders are reporting a noticeable spiritual shift, with fresh hunger for authentic discipleship. While the phrase 'Quiet Revival' may now be set aside, Hailes suggests we may still be witnessing a genuine season of renewal, as God continues to draw people to Himself in unexpected ways.