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Results From Previous CyberPolls
Do you put on the Armor of God on you and your family?
Yes, daily = 35%
Yes, not every day = 21%
Yes, weekly = 1%
I forget to do it regularly = 21%
I don't understand the importance. = 1%
No = 3%
I am going to start now. = 17%
We have updated Charlyne Cares. What do you think about the length of Charlyne Cares? Would you like it to be:
Shorter - a thought for the day = 5%
Half Page = 3%
One Page = 10%
Two Pages (Current Length) = 79%
Other = 2%
Do you have children that are struggling emotionally, socially or academically due to your separation or divorce?
Emotionally = 40%
Socially = 2%
Academically = 4%
All three = 37%
No = 14%
I do not Know. = 4%
What are you doing for Christmas?
I am spending Christmas with family members. = 42%
I am spending Christmas with Christian friends. = 5%
I am spending Christmas with my children. = 24%
I am spending Christmas with my spouse and family members. = 18%
I am spending Christmas alone. = 10%
I am spending Christmas with my spouse alone. = 1%
What is your relationship with a local church?
I am an active member. = 57%
I am a member but inactive. = 11%
I am active but not a member. = 11%
I walk in and I walk out. = 2%
Life centers around my church. = 4%
I attend but feel like a stranger. = 8%
I do not have a local church. = 8%
On average how much secular television do you watch each week?
Under 5 hours = 45%
6 to 10 hours = 27%
12 to 20 hours = 12%
21 to 50 hours = 4%
51 to 100 hours = 0%
My television is always on. = 3%
7. I do not watch secular television. = 7%
I do not own a television. = 2%
Which statement best describes you?
1. I am always a strong stander. = 7%
2. I am always a weak stander. = 3%
3. I am so strong I could teach others about standing. = 4%
4. I have given up standing once or more. = 4%
5. I am standing because Jesus helps me. = 62%
6. I consider myself an average stander. = 6%
7. I stand one day at a time. = 13%
8. I am not serious about standing. = 0%
How would you describe your primary health Insurance?
Employer provided = 65%
Self Provided = 5%
Medicare = 5%
Medicaid = 2%
HMO = 2%
Catastrophic only = 0%
Other personal plan = 2%
I have no health insurance = 18%
Do you know someone once in ministry who had a moral failure?
That describes me. = 6%
That describes my spouse. = 13%
That describes my family member. = 4%
That describes someone I know personally. = 31%
That describes someone I have heard about. = 42%
I did not realize such things happened. = 3%
Out of 1,500 pages here on the Rejoice web site, what feature helps you the most?
Charlyne Cares Devotional = 56%
Stop Divorce Radio = 13%
Other audio = 5%
Testimonies = 7%
Question and answer = 7%
Charlyne Shares/Prodigal Perspective = 6%
Restored Marriages = 5%
Something else = 0%
What are your plans for New Year's Eve 2009?
I am attending a church event. = 20%
I am attending a Christian event. = 4%
I am attending a secular event. = 2%
I have a date. = 1%
I will be with my prodigal for what they want to do. = 5%
I will have a quiet night at home. = 53%
I will be working. = 3%
Something else. = 12%
Which best describes your Christmas giving?
I only give to my family and friends. = 33%
I give to special offerings at my church. = 5%
I give to people who help me all year, such as trash men and delivery people. = 4%
I have great needs and others should be giving to me this Christmas. = 1%
I am always on the lookout for people to bless at Christmas. = 42%
I give to ministries at Christmas. = 8%
I do not ever celebrate Christmas. = 0%
I am not celebrating Christmas this year. = 6%
Looking back, what one area would have helped you most as a new stander?
Being taught about prayer = 20%
Meeting with other standers = 21%
Frequent encouragement = 17%
Being taught the Bible = 5%
Understanding forgiveness = 6%
Reading testimonies of others = 11%
Developing a personal relationship with Jesus = 19%
Practical teachings such as legal and money = 1%
How old were you when you married?
21 or under = 25%
22 to 25 = 30%
26 to 30 = 24%
31 to 35 = 10%
36 to 40 = 6%
41 to 45 = 3%
46 to 50 = 1%
over 50 = 0%
When did you last sense God making changes in your life?
Today = 43%
This week = 36%
This month = 11%
This year = 7%
Last year = 1%
No change needed in me. = 0%
My husband is the one who needs to change, not me. = 1%
How many hours a day do you live like a true follower of Jesus Christ?
24 = 48%
23 = 5%
16 to 22 = 23%
12 to15 = 7%
6 to 11 = 3%
2 to 6 = 12%
Under 1 = 2%
None = 0%
Do you have sufficient food to sustain you?
Food is not a problem at all. = 26%
I watch my spending somewhat. = 24%
I must be very careful what I buy. = 16%
Having food is a minor problem. = 4%
Having food is a major problem. = 2%
I miss meals because of no food. = 1%
I have sufficient food but this is a wake-up call for me that not all standers can afford food and I should help someone else to be able to eat. = 26%
We know that Satan breaks up families. Apart from that, what was the main factor in your spouse leaving home?
Another person-opposite sex = 62%
Another person-same sex = 1%
Drugs = 2%
Alcohol = 2%
Pornography/Internet = 4%
Influence of a pastor/counselor = 1%
Influence of a family member = 6%
Something else = 21%
What percentage of your marriage problems are your prodigal’s fault?
100% = 1%
80% = 8%
50% = 5%
20% = 2%
5% = 1%
None = 5%
We both are responsible = 77%
Undetermined = 1%
What best describes your employment situation?
I work full time. = 66%
I work part time. = 7%
I work two jobs. = 2%
I am seeking a job. = 2%
I do not need to work right now. = 10%
I have never worked. = 2%
I am desperate for a job. = 5%
I work full time plus something else, such as school or caring for a family member. = 6%
How much pastoral counseling did you and your spouse have before marriage?
None - Married in a civil ceremony. = 21%
None - Married by a minister. = 23%
One session to plan wedding details. = 8%
One session of counseling. = 19%
A structured counseling program. = 9%
Two or more sessions with a minister. = 20%
The minister promised to counsel after the wedding. = 0%
None because we were advised not to marry. = 0%
What positions will determine How you vote in the Presidential election?
Economy = 11%
War in Iraq = 2%
Right to Life = 17%
Stand on Marriage = 6%
Gas Prices = 0%
Personality of Candidate = 3%
All of the Above = 53%
None of the above = 8%
What is your stand on the consumption of alcoholic beverages?
I do not drink at all. = 47%
I may accept a drink socially but not touch it. = 2%
I may drink on special social occasions. = 29%
I may drink monthly. = 10%
I may drink weekly. = 8%
I may drink daily. = 4%
I go to bars and drink openly. = 1%
Drinking is a problem in my life. = 0%
How much do you see God at work in your life?
Something every day = 68%
Every day in mighty ways = 19%
From time to time = 12%
I see very little = 1%
Never see God at work in my life = 0%
Other than your spouse, what best describes your relationship with the opposite sex while standing?
Coffee dates with opposite sex friends. = 3%
A few dates. = 0%
Frequent dates. = 0%
Sexual acts stopping short of Intercourse. = 0%
Intercourse once. = 1%
Intercourse more than once. = 1%
I am often tempted. = 8%
My guard is up all the time because I know what the enemy wants to do. = 87%
How did your spouse and the other person meet?
Co-workers = 40%
Family friend = 5%
Chuch friends = 5%
Neighbor = 3%
Old Sweetheart = 8%
Internet = 13%
Family ties = 2%
Other = 25%
HOW ARE RISING GAS PRICES IMPACTING YOU?
No problem as I have a company car or gas card. = 2%
God has blessed me and money is not a concern. = 18%
I do not drive or own a car. = 4%
Not bad, but I watch for the lowest price. = 32%
I am cutting back on other spending to have gas money. = 30%
I have had to cut back on necessities such as food to have gas money. = 6%
A critical issue. I have trouble buying gas to get to work/school. = 9%
I have had to quit a job or sell a car due to gas prices. = 0%
How much of your prodigal’s personal property did they take when they left?
Everything = 26%
They left about half = 12%
They left a few things = 28%
They took only a small part = 21%
Some of what they took has been returned = 2%
Most of what they took has been returned = 3%
They promised to come for the rest but haven’t = 8%
Stop Divorce Internet Radio is our 24/7 help for you. How much do you listen?
Most of the time when onlne = 14%
Most of the time at work = 6%
I listen daily = 20%
I listen weekly = 11%
Listened once or twice = 24%
I do not know about it. = 3%
I know of it but have never listened = 15%
My computr does not receive audio = 7%
How old were you when you came to know Jesus Christ as your Savior?
Under age 6 = 12%
Between 6 and 12 = 21%
Between 12 and 18 = 16%
Between 18 and 35 = 37%
Between 35 and 60 = 13%
Over 60 = 2%
I do not yet know Jesus in a personal way. = 0%
January 20 was National Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. What did your church do on that day to recognize the event?
The sermon was preached on it. = 5%
A video or presentation was given. = 4%
It was announced from the pulpit. = 7%
It was in our bulletin. = 4%
Nothing was said or done. = 72%
I do not attend church. = 8%
One = 7%
Two = 21%
Three = 21%
Four = 16%
Five = 9%
Six or more = 27%
I use only online Bibles. = 0%
I don't own a Bible. = 0%
How many times have you physically attended church in the past seven days?
One time = 45%
two times = 19%
Three or more times = 16%
None = 10%
I never attend church but should. = 2%
I go to church online only. = 2%
I watch televised services instead of going to church. = 7%
I have no need for attending church in any way. = 0%
Which answer best describes your family?
My spouse is in full-time law enforcement. = 9%
I am in full-time law enforcement. = 2%
Both of us are in full-time law enforcement. = 1%
My spouse is/was in full-time ministry. = 1%
I am/was in full-time ministry. = 4%
We both are/were in full-time ministry. = 2%
One or both of us were in both ministry and law enforcement. = 2%
None of the above apply to us. = 81%
Is it appropriate for two opposite sex co-workers to go out to lunch together?
Nothing wrong with it. = 3%
Depends on the circumstances. = 22%
Someone might see them and get the wrong idea. = 7%
I used to, but no longer do. = 6%
It could be opening evil doors. = 41%
It is absolutely wrong. = 18%
I have never considered this. = 3%
What's the big deal about it? = 0%
What is your greatest concern?
Financial worries = 18%
Our children = 33%
Illness or health issues = 3%
Family member's health = 3%
Housing = 1%
Employment = 2%
The future = 25%
Something else = 15%
Apart from other standers, how many people have you talked with in the last week who are facing marriage problems?
One = 58%
Two = 19%
Three = 7%
Four = 2%
Five or more = 14%
We would like to know your thoughts about "Charlyne Cares," our daily devotional.
I do not subscribe. = 1%
I subscribe but do not read them. = 1%
I read them online. = 10%
They are too long for me. = 2%
I wish they were longer. = 1%
They are just perfect as is. = 11%
They are one of my main sources of daily help. = 74%
What is the marital status of your pastor?
Never married. = 8%
Married once. = 76%
Married twice. = 9%
Married three times or more. = 0%
Now separated. = 1%
Now divorced. = 2%
It is never disclosed. = 1%
I do not have a local church pastor. = 2%
Which of the following answers best describes you and your spouse:
My spouse and I lived together before marriage. = 21%
One of us lived with someone else (opposite sex) before our marriage. = 3%
Both of us lived with people of the opposite sex before our marriage. = 1%
I have a prior marriage. = 4%
My spouse has a prior marriage. = 5%
Both of us have prior marriages. = 12%
This is the first marriage for both of us. = 53%
The person I am standing for and I have never been legally married. = 1%
Which of the following best describes your situation?
My spouse left me and I immediately took a stand for our marriage. = 64%
My spouse left me and I leaned toward divorce before taking a stand. = 13%
I was once a prodigal but am now a stander for our marriage. = 6%
I am now what you call a "prodigal." = 1%
I don’t know what I am. We have marriage problems and I am searching. = 4%
None of the above describe me. = 12%
How secure are you in your stand with God for a marriage restored by Him?
I am certain that God made me a promise and that settles it. = 63%
I have given God a deadline to do something. = 1%
I am standing until a certain event or time. = 2%
I go back and forth over standing. = 11%
My stand is so weak that I am barely holding on. = 5%
I have given up and must be here out of curiosity. = 1%
I have given up, but God keeps calling me back to standing. = 10%
This “standing” is a new concept to me, (We’re glad you found us). = 7%
From where do you access the Internet for your marriage restoration material?
My home = 59%
My place of work = 11%
Both home and work = 28%
Public library = 3%
A friend's computer = 0%
Cyber Cafe = 0%
Neighbor's open Wi-Fi = 0%
Other arrangement = 0%
Prior to your prodigal spouse leaving, what was the most recent death of a close family member?
Less than one month = 5%
One month to six months = 10%
Six months to a year = 17%
One to two years = 17%
Two to three years = 14%
Three to five years = 8%
Over five years = 16%
We have not experienced the death of a close family member = 12%
What comment best describes your forgiveness for your prodigal spouse?
I still hate my prodigal. = 1%
I don’t hate, but I will never forgive my prodigal. = 0%
I wish I could forgive him/her. = 2%
I allow my anger to get in the way of forgiveness. = 5%
I can forgive some of the actions, but not all. = 1%
I try to forgive, but he/she keeps doing the same things. = 13%
I don’t even know what ‘forgiveness’ means any longer. = 3%
Every day I forgive my prodigal for what they are doing that day. = 75%
Where are you standing with God for marriage restoration?
United States = 85%
Canada = 4%
New Zealand/Australia = 4%
Europe = 2%
Africa = 0%
Asia = 0%
South America = 2%
Other Nation = 4%
Have you ever had an abortion, or if a man, have you ever caused a woman to have an abortion?
Never = 76%
Once = 15%
Twice = 5%
Three Times = 1%
Four or More Times = 3%
Where do you receive most of your support in your stand for a healed home?
Bible = 79%
Other Books = 2%
Teaching Tapes/CD's = 11%
Chat Rooms = 1%
Other People = 2%
Online = 4%
How much did Internet activity contribute to your marriage crisis?
None = 57%
A small amount = 10%
A minimal amount = 10%
One of the major causes = 15%
The main cause = 2%
My spouse is addicted to the Internet = 5%
I am addicted to the Internet = 1%
How many church services do you attend in person each week?
None = 10%
One = 49%
Two = 20%
Three = 20%
Four or more = 0%
How many children do you and your prodigal have together?
None = 25%
One = 15%
Two = 30%
Three = 20%
Four = 7%
Five = 2%
Six or more = 1%
How long have you been apart from your spouse?
Under one week = 3%
Under one month = 4%
Under six months = 18%
Under one year = 9%
One to three years = 34%
Three to five years = 10%
Five to ten years = 16%
Over ten years = 6%
Have you attended at least one worship service (in person) during the past seven days?
Yes = 82%
No = 18%
Can you share your testimony of standing with God for marriage restoration in 60 seconds?
Yes = 76%
No = 24%
Do you pray for the other person your spouse is involved with?
Yes = 83%
No = 17%
While standing for your marriage, have you ever followed the advice of people without asking God what to do?
Yes = 71%
No = 29%
Are you actively involved in a local church?
Yes = 79%
No = 21%
Can you receive audio on your personal computer?
Yes = 91%
No = 9%
Have you ever viewed pornography online?
Yes = 44%
No = 56%
Does your prodigal know that the door home is always open unconditionally for them to come home?
Yes = 80%
No = 20%
Did you and your prodigal have any Valentine's contact, either in person, by gift or email?
Yes = 44%
No = 56%
Do you feel closer to God than you did at the start of last year?
Yes = 90%
No = 10%
Do you or your spouse have anger issues?
Yes = 79%
No = 21%
Are you registered to vote?
Yes = 92%
No = 8%
Do you receive financial help from your absent spouse?
Yes = 44%
No = 56%
Has your pastor encouraged your church family to pray for and to support passage of the Federal Marriage Amendment?
Yes = 60%
No = 40%
Do you attend church at least once a week?
Yes = 88%
No = 12%
Have the police become involved in any part of your marriage crisis?
Yes = 25%
No = 75%
Have you or your spouse suffered serious health problems since your marriage crisis began?
Yes = 39%
No = 61%
Have you seen, or do you plan to see the movie, "The Passion of the Christ"?
Yes = 54%
No = 46%
Do you listen to "God Heals Hurting Marriages" on radio or Internet?
Yes = 34%
No = 66%
Are you active in a local church?
Yes = 61%
No = 39%
Are you a serious stander who can declare, "I will never give up on my prodigal, regardless of what the enemy throws at us"?
Yes = 72%
No = 28%
Do you visit unmonitored Internet chat rooms?
Yes = 9%
No = 91%
(If you are in that very small minority, you are placing yourself and your stand at risk.)
Have you spent as much time in the Bible as you have online during the past seven days?
Yes = 45%
No = 55%
Were either you or your spouse sexually molested as a child?
Yes = 35%
No = 65%
Have you ever had an abortion, or if a male, have you ever caused a woman to have an abortion?
Yes = 28%
No = 72%
Do you use the free tapes Rejoice Marriage Ministries makes available for you online?
Yes = 68%
No = 32%
Have you or a close family member been attacked by physical illness since your marriage problems started?
Yes = 60%
No = 40%
Do you speak scriptures out loud to silence satan's attacks?
Yes = 77%
No = 23%
Do you have a teen-ager who is struggling with the marriage problems you face?
Yes = 47%
No = 53%
Do you read the Bible Daily?
Yes = 48%
No = 52%
Do you have a prayer partner?
Yes = 44%
No = 56%
Can you trust God to supply all your needs?
Yes = 98%
No = 2%
Have you ever dabbled with Internet Pornography?
Yes = 42%
No = 58%
Have you led anyone to the Lord during your marriage struggle?
Yes = 40%
No = 60%
Is God changing you?
Yes = 99.57%
No = 0.42%
Can you see God using you as a lighthouse for other marriages while standing for your own?
Yes = 89%
No = 11%
Do your pray at least 15 minutes a day?
Yes = 70%
No = 30%
Do your pray the Armor of God on yourself and on your family daily?
Yes = 56%
No = 44%
Do your children understand your standing with the Lord for a restored marriage?
Yes = 69%
No = 31%
Do you have a private devotional time alone with the Lord each day?
Yes = 80%
No = 20%
Did you and your prodigal spouse live together before marriage?
Yes = 41%
No = 59%
Do you still love your prodigal spouse?
Yes = 98%
No = 02%
Do you pray for that other person your spouse is involved with?
Yes = 75%
No = 25%
Have you ever seriously considered giving up your stand for a marriage restored by God?
Yes = 51%
No = 49%
During the past week, have you prayed and read your Bible longer than you have been online?
Yes = 67%
No = 33%
Has it been necessary for you to move since your spouse left home?
Yes = 30%
No = 70%
Did you give your absent mate a Christmas gift?
Yes = 73%
No = 27%
Have you had contact with your prodigal spouse in the last 30 days?
Yes = 73%
No = 27%
Do you have children?
Yes = 82%
No = 18%
Do you pray scripture for your spouse, adding their name?
Yes = 77%
No = 23%
Did you and your prodigal spouse have a sexual relationship before marriage?
Yes = 73%
No =24%
Have you been married for more than 20 years?
Yes = 34%
No = 66%
Did sexual addiction contribute to your marriage problems?
Yes = 45%
No = 55%
Did substance abuse contribute to your marriage problems?
Yes = 19%
No = 81%
Has anything happened during Christmas that you know could have only been God answering prayer?
Yes = 71%
No = 29%
Did you have any contact with your prodigal spouse during Thanksgiving weekend?
Yes = 59%
No = 41%
Have you forgiven your prodigal spouse?
Yes = 91%
No = 9%
Do you have a personal prayer partner with whom you can share everything?
Yes = 58%
No = 42%
Have you fasted in the past six months?
Yes = 45%
No = 55%
Have you been told by a pastor or Christian counselor to divorce?
Yes = 30%
No = 70%
Do you believe in miracles?
Yes = 99%
No = 01%
Do you tithe (give 10%) back to God through a local church?
Yes = 58%
No = 42%
Do you write down in your Bible or in a journal all the promises God gives you regarding your marriage?
Yes = 43%
No = 57%
Did the Internet contribute, in any way, to your marriage problems?
Yes = 31%
No = 69%
Has your standard of living dropped significantly since your separation/divorce?
Yes = 64%
No = 36%
Have you or your prodigal spouse been married previously?
Yes = 26%
No = 74%
Do you meet with other standers in a group on a regular basis?
Yes = 17%
No = 83%
Was pornography involved in the destruction of your marriage?
Yes = 58%
No = 42%
In general, is your pastor/church supportive of your stand for marriage restoration?
Yes = 76%
No = 24%
Is your prodigal spouse a Christian?
Yes = 71%
No = 29%
Have you or your prodigal spouse ever been called to ministry?
Yes = 41%
No = 59%
Do those closest to you comprehend your stand for marriage restoration?
Yes = 58
No = 42%
Were you or your prodigal spouse victims of childhood sexual abuse?
Yes = 34%
No = 66%
Were either your parents or your prodigal's parents divorced?
Yes = 55%
No = 45%
Results are from visitors to Rejoice Ministeries web site.
They are not intended to be scientific.
Please use our Contact Page if you have a question to suggest.
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