Do Christian bookstores have a problem surviving in your area? I know of one that closed about twenty years ago in the next town from where I live. It was one of two Christian bookstores in the West Michigan area owned by the same people. I was surprised that it could not stay in business with all of the churches in the area.   Then another Christian store which had been in the area went out of business.  For a few years the town where it was located had no Christian bookstores, but four years ago a new one opened. I am not sure how long it will last, but at least hopefully it will be here for a while.  This is their website:

https://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/visit-us/bookstore-michigan/

I noticed that many bookstores are offering other items that appeal to customers such as play areas for kids and coffee shops. Barnes and Noble has had a coffee shop for at least a few years. I think they want to provide an inviting atmosphere, which seems like a good policy. 🙂