#ThaiChristianity

A sweeping American study signals troubling trends for faith communities worldwide, including Thailand’s small but active Christian minority. With Christians making up about 1.4 percent of Thailand’s Buddhist-majority population, Thai leaders are keenly watching how youth engage with church life and spiritual growth.

The State of the Bible study, led by a major Christian publishing organization, surveyed 2,656 adults across the United States to examine how religious participation relates to personal wellbeing. Researchers found a strong link between active church involvement and “human flourishing,” a broad measure of mental, social, and spiritual wellness. The findings offer both caution and an opportunity for Thailand to reflect on local practice.

A comprehensive American study reveals concerning trends that mirror challenges facing Thailand’s minority Christian community

A groundbreaking research initiative by the American Bible Society has uncovered a troubling pattern: Generation Z adults demonstrate the lowest levels of church engagement across all measured demographics in the United States. This revelation carries profound implications for Thailand’s small but vibrant Christian community, which comprises just 1.4 percent of the nation’s predominantly Buddhist population.