via Lifeway Research (April 6, 2021)— “Americans’ Views of Life’s Meaning and Purpose Are Changing,” by Aaron Earls:

As Americans attempt to move past the life-altering effects of 2020, their perspective is shifting on some of the most significant questions facing humanity.

[Compared] to a decade ago, U.S. adults today are more likely to regularly wonder about meaning and purpose in this life but less likely to strongly believe finding a higher meaning and purpose is important ….

Most Americans (57%) say they wonder, ‘How can I find more meaning and purpose in my life?’ at least monthly, with more than 1 in 5 saying they consider the question daily (21%) or weekly (21%) ….

Four in 5 Americans (81%) believe there is an ultimate purpose and plan for every person’s life ….

Among Christians, the more often they attend church, the more likely they are to say they have found a higher purpose and meaning for their life ….