A new survey finds that black and Hispanic evangelicals are more likely than white evangelicals to say they have a favorable view of prosperity gospel preachers, believe wealth is a sign of God’s favor, and believe that prayer can improve their wealth.

YouGov surveyed 1,000 American adults who describe themselves as either “born-again” or as an evangelical Christian, and asked their views about particular preachers and whether wealth is a sign of God’s favor.

On the question, “Do you believe that prayer can make you wealthier?” 15 percent of whites, 42 percent of blacks, and 25 percent of Hispanics answered “yes.”

On the question, “Is wealth a sign of God’s favor?” 9 percent of white, 34 percent of blacks, and 24 percent of Hispanics said “definitely” or “probably.”

Read the article “Why are Black and Hispanic Evangelicals More Favorable Toward the Prosperity Gospel?” on thegospelcoalition.org.