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.
What’s the Most Bible-Minded City in America?
When it comes to U.S. cities that embrace the Bible, Knoxville, Tenn., tops the list. A newly released ranking from American Bible Society finds Knoxville residents have the highest combined levels of regular Bible reading and belief in the Bible’s accuracy. American Bible Society’s study of “America’s Most Bible-Minded Cities” found that while the Bible Belt performed strongly, Colorado Springs,…
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Reel Hope Video Challenge Sends Volunteers to Africa
When Christy Mulberger got the invitation to join American Bible Society to distribute Bibles to orphans in Africa, she burst into tears of joy. Rosa Esparza says that when she was offered a spot on the trip, she was overwhelmed with emotion. For both Mulberger and Esparza, the opportunity was a dream come true. And you could join them. Mulberger…
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Hispanics in America
Eliu Cornielle, 35, hails from the Dominican Republic and works as a senior video producer. Faith has always been a cornerstone for Cornielle, whose parents were pastors in the Dominican Republic. Photo by Ben Leaman Hispanics are changing the face of America and its Church. Are you ready to embrace one of the fastest growing minorities in this country? No…
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Bible Minded: Scripture Memorization Made Mobile
“I have hidden your word in my heart so that I won’t sin against you.” Psalm 119:11. Scripture memorization is a discipline, no matter where—or when—you live. But it doesn’t have to be a chore. Now, through the mobile app Bible Minded, Scripture memorization is easier than ever. Bible Minded allows you to access preselected memorization plans or build your…
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God’s Word in the Storm
ABS staff distribute Scripture portions to victims of Hurricane Sandy. In the hours before Hurricane Sandy pummeled the East Coast with wind and rain, American Bible Society and partner organization Operation Compassion mobilized to provide Scripture resources, food and water to victims within 72 hours of the storm. In the days that followed, Operation Compassion staff and local volunteers distributed…
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Gifts of a Lifetime
Jeanette Miller, an Iowa native, lived the command “to take care of orphans and widows in their suffering.” James 1.27b (GNT).In 2010, Jeanette designated the Bible Society of India's children's ministries in a Charitable Gift Annuity with American Bible Society. Not only did the annuity help care for orphans, it also helped increase Jeanette's annual income.Jeanette acquired an additional Charitable…
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