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.
Bibles for Ukraine
“It feels like a movie about the end of the world.” That’s how Ukrainian Bible Society leader Anatoliy describes wartime in his home city of Kyiv. During this horrific year, he has ministered to everyone from terrified children to brave soldiers to grieving parents. How does he explain the resilience his people have shown in the face of death and…
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Thank You Notes from around the World
From the Santal Tribe in Bangladesh Because of you, the Santal tribal people, who live in the northwestern plains of Bangladesh, now hold the complete Bible in their hands and hearts. Through a Bible translation project you supported, 350,000 Santal people can now access the entirety of Scripture in their native language of Santali. Praise the Lord! From Little Children…
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Our First Bible: 20 Years Later
Have you ever wanted to ride in a time machine? Today you can! Back in the year 2002, the Wichí people of northern Argentina received the Bible in their heart language for the very first time. Twenty years later, their community has been totally transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. So, allow these grateful souls in the Wichí community…
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The Born Again Thief
Abraham’s anxious eyes scanned the wide dirt lanes of his village. If only he could find a place to hide. A hiding place wouldn’t be so hard to find in the city, where endless rows of paved streets and tall, colorful buildings could shield him from suspicious eyes. Here, most people knew who he was. What if the villagers recognized…
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Bibles for the Brave
Q: Tell us a little about yourself, T.J.! A: I live in Kentucky and have attended the same Christian school since I was in preschool. One of my favorite hobbies is to collect animal bones and rocks. I play soccer, wrestling, and football. I have one little brother. My favorite subjects in school are spelling and social studies. When I…
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Record Fall 2022 Issue
This issue of Record magazine is full of inspiring stories of salvation. In it, you’ll meet brave Ukrainians sharing God’s hope with others in an hour of darkness. You’ll meet a people group in Argentina who put an end to tribal warfare after receiving the Bible in their heart language. You’ll meet a prodigal thief who planned to rob his…
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