Scripture engagement leads to knowing God—and lives changed forever. Now more than ever, Americans need to know God’s Word and the hope we have in its transformative message. The State of the Bible is a yearly, in-depth study, asking Americans their opinions and practices relating to the Bible, all made possible by generous supporters like you.
These Bible insights can provide critical information and give you direction for your Biblical ministry to help better serve the needs of people in your community.
The Bible Strengthens and Repairs Family Relationships in Peru
Violence was a daily part of life for 31-year-old Anacleta. Her house was “like a hell,” and her domineering husband was abusive.“I didn’t want to continue living like this, and I wanted it to change,” she says.Anacleta’s experience, unfortunately, is not unique. Violence is a part of life for many women and children in Peru. Daily harassment on the streets,…
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New Bible Translations Change Lives in Mozambique
Four people. Four heart languages. One life-changing message because of American Bible Society’s financial partners. Their support of Bible translation projects is transforming lives in Mozambique, one of the world’s poorest countries. With more than half the people living in absolute poverty, God’s Word is a luxury many could never afford. Even if they could afford Scripture, most could not…
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Because of Her Bible, an Abandoned Teen No Longer Feels Alone
South Sudan is no easy place to live. War has torn families apart, driven people from their homes, and left people living in fear. The country faces a famine and people struggle to find food. Violence continues to escalate. Those with the most reason to fear are the children—especially those who have been abandoned or orphaned. South Sudan can be…
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In China, a Widow Finds Hope Through God’s Word
Li Layun’s life may be very different from yours. She lives in very poor conditions in rural China as a farm worker. As a widow, she faced heartbreak when her husband died and she was responsible for raising her children. Later, one of Li’s sons died. She experienced severe depression. Thankfully, a Christian in her village began telling Li about…
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A Bachelor in China Finds Contentment Through God’s Word
Loneliness was just part of Wang Jinting’s life. He accepted it. Born into poverty, Wang felt he had little to offer a wife. He lived alone in a small home. His garden was his only source of income. When he became ill with pulmonary disease, Wang thought he would die just as he lived… all alone. Out of desperation, Wang…
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Despite the Scars of Genocide, Rwanda’s Youth Find Hope
Kayigire grew up in an area of Rwanda plagued with violence and poverty. The 15-year-old was born years after the genocide that killed up to 20 percent of her country’s population, but events were so traumatic that the scars were passed down to her generation, too. The emotional aftermath of the atrocities runs deep, and like so many other youth,…
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