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.
Giving Bibles to Military Youth
Meet Kevin*. He recently graduated high school, where he played the tuba in band. He enjoys painting and board games. He has two young brothers and two cats. Kevin is a typical American teen, with one big difference. The 18-year-old is a “military kid.” Having a parent serve our nation and in harm’s way can be tough on a youth.…
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A Bible for heroes!
It’s hard to understand the loneliness of living a world away from those you love. It’s hard to understand the fear of being surrounded by an enemy intent on your harm. It’s hard to understand the suffering from a life-altering injury or watching a friend’s life be snuffed out. We can’t always know or understand what the brave men and…
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The greatest gift…
Brad Connor* accepted Christ into his life when he was a child. But he never really grew in his faith. That all changed when he joined the Navy. “In boot camp I received a Military Bible from American Bible Society,” Connor recalls. “It was the greatest gift from the military and a pivotal moment in my life.” Throughout his training,…
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A Look Inside America’s Churches
Ministry leaders in 17 of the largest U.S. cities are receiving a toolkit that gives an in-depth analysis of their church’s demographics, spiritual health, opportunities for growth, and strengths! Pray with us for the timeless answers of the Bible to support congregations across America.Learn more and register your church at abs.bible/healthychurch
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Comfort in their time of need
After high school graduation, Emily* enlisted in the National Guard looking to serve her country and gain direction in her life. While she was raised in a Christian household, by her teenage years she’d shunned Christianity. During basic training, Emily’s mother said, “She was so alone and so afraid and missing her family.” Emily attended a church service, where she…
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Meeting the Critical Spiritual Needs of Our Nation’s Military
John*, a wounded Veteran, recently sent a thank you note to American Bible Society for Bible resources that “keep me going.”John doesn’t share much about how he was wounded, only that he has been disabled for 32 years. He says the Bible resources provided by the support of American Bible Society’s financial partners are so valuable. “They have given me…
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