1. Uncertain identity—a widespread confusion over what defines an evangelical. 2. Institutional disenchantment—a perceived ministry ineffectiveness and irrelevance. 3. Lack of leadership—a lament over the paucity of leadership in the church. 4. Pessimistic about the future—a belief that the future of evangelicalism hangs in the balance. 5. Growth up, impact down—a confusing paradox without immediate, clear explanations. 6. Cultural isolation—the post-Christian era has fully arrived. 7. Political
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