pastor's kid

Katy Perry is currently the highest-profile pastor's kid (PK) that has walked away from her faith. In a recent interview, she said she is no longer a Christian and doesn’t believe in heaven, hell or “an old man sitting on a throne.” Perry represents a host of PKs who have struggled with their faith. Recent stats from Barna Group research says that: 40 percent have gone through a period where they significantly questioned their faith 33 percent are no longer active in church 7 percent no longer consider themselves a Christian What causes this? Pastors who were asked answered: Unrealistic expectations were placed on them (28 percent) Negative experiences in church (18 percent) Father or mother were too busy at church to spend time with them (17 percent) Faith not modeled at home (14 percent) Influence of friends or peers (9 percent) When pastors were asked what they’ve done best in raising their kids, their responses included: Introduced their kids to Christ and maintained a Bible-focused home (37 percent) Spent time with them and supported them (21 percent) Loved them (12 percent) Taught them good values (10 percent) Allowed them to make their own choices and be themselves (9 percent) Here's what pastors said they wish they had done better: Spent more time with their kids (42 percent) Been more understanding (8 percent) Given them more Bible teaching (5 percent) No regrets; wouldn’t change anything (19 percent) I have a special place in my heart for kids who are PKs because I am one. I grew up to serve the Lord and live for Him. Looking back here are a few reasons that happened for me: 1. My parents practiced what they preached. I could argue with what they believed, but I couldn’t argue with how they lived what they believed. 2. My dad and mom spent time with me. My dad spent hours with me in...