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 and Revival: Lessons from Elias Boudinot
With the recent news regarding revivals at Asbury University and other schools across the nation, we thought a quick primer on two of America’s most significant revivals, the First and Second Great Awakenings, might be beneficial. We reached out to pastor and author Andrew Farmer, who researched these periods for his new biography of American Bible Society founder Elias Boudinot:…
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Horror and Hope: One Year of Bibles for War-Torn Ukraine
February 24, 2023, marked one year of war in Ukraine. For millions of Ukrainian men, women, and children, this year has been one of horrific suffering. However, even amid this suffering, there have been glimmers of hope. Living on death’s edge has caused many Ukrainians to seek the comfort of Scripture. Thanks to you, they’ve received Bibles when they need…
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Moisés’s Story: Healing Deep Heart Wounds
Moisés experienced many painful events growing up in Colombia. As a young child, he fell from a tree and shattered his spine, resulting in severe mobility issues. When he tried to stand, his body would collapse. For months he could not move and was in agonizing pain. Finally, after years of his parents praying for him, Moisés miraculously began to…
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Changemaker: Ida B. Wells
The Changemakers Series is designed to inform and inspire you with stories of ordinary people who dedicated their lives to spreading God’s Word around the world. Today, meet Ida B. Wells, whose decades-long crusade against lynching and racial segregation found its purpose in the pages of Scripture. Raised with the Word Ida B. Wells (later known as Ida B. Wells-Barnett)…
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Liana’s Favorite Books: Episode 12
In this episode of “Liana’s Favorite Books,” Dr. Liana Lupas takes you on a tour of La Biblia del Cántaro, a 1602 Spanish revision of the first Spanish Bible printed in a single volume known as “the Bear Bible.” The Bear Bible was translated by Casiodoro de Reina and published in 1569. Twenty years later, Cipriano de Valera began revising…
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Rev. Dr. Wilbert D. Gough: 104 Years of Loving—and Living—the Word
When he went home to glory, Rev. Dr. Wilbert D. Gough had lived longer than most people—104 years! Throughout his long life, Rev. Dr. Gough treasured God’s Word above everything else. He loved the Bible, but he also lived its teachings. And he was passionate about sharing the good news with those around him. Besides being known as “the guy…
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