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.
A Family Transformed by the Bible
Life in rural Liberia was very difficult for Amos*. He had no electricity, no running water, and no way to understand the truth of the Bible. His business struggled, and he found himself constantly in debt, often selling personal possessions to make ends meet. So, when a friend invited him to an audio Bible listening session, Amos was excited. He…
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A child saved through God’s Word
At just 5 years old, Alberto* was living on the streets of Honduras. Abandoned by his parents, he and his twin brothers fell in with gang members, doing whatever it took to survive. Without any positive role models or the ability to escape his situation, Alberto began working for the gangs, selling drugs and collecting bribes. Even after he was…
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This Election Day, Choose Love
“Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” Matthew 5:44b Although 2021 is considered an “off year” for political elections across the U.S., Americans are as concerned as ever about the heated cultural moment we are living through as a nation. According to American Bible Society’s 2021 Faith and Liberty Award Winner, Dr. Arthur C. Brooks, 93 percent…
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“To see the Bible is to see a ray of hope.”
After 30 years of service and three long war tours, Captain Perez* has seen the worst of humanity. “Every day you fight fire. That’s war every day. Explosions every day, every night. When bullets are flying, there is no discretion who they hit. You’re not safe anywhere,” he shares. “I’ve had people die all around me.” Perez says mental anguish…
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Changing lives in Togo with Scripture
Cherita* remembers the moment that changed her life — the moment she first heard God’s Word in her heart language. She wasn’t able to read very well, though she was trying to learn. The audio Bible allowed her to more fully understand and engage with God’s Word. “I was amazed when I heard the Bible and I believed in the…
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“I had found great treasures.”
Sadly, some people across the globe live in both spiritual and physical darkness. Many people who are blind or visually impaired have no access to God’s Word. With the help of our generous financial partners, we are working to change this by providing audio and Braille Scriptures to people like Mr. Shin* in Asia. “When I received the Braille Bible…
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