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.
BANGLADESHI CHRISTIANS CELEBRATE NEW TRANSLATIONS
2020 has been a year full of challenges, but Chakma, and Marma, speaking Christians in southeastern Bangladesh have reason for celebration: the publication of Scripture in their languages! They are among the country’s 45 different ethnic groups. While most of the 350,000 Chakma people practice Buddhism, and the majority of the 200,000 Marma speakers are Hindus, Christians in Bangladesh are…
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Equipping Heroes with God’s Word
This Memorial Day and every day, American Bible Society thanks God for the brave men and women who have laid down their lives for our freedoms. We also remember the Military families who have lost their loved ones in service to our nation. Our ability to live and worship freely and without fear comes at a high price, and we…
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American Bible Society Releases 11th Annual State of the Bible Report
American Bible Society today released the first two chapters of their 11th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. Today’s release shows that millions more Americans turned to the Bible in the past year than in previous years; one in four U.S. adults report a more frequent Bible reading…
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Will You Join the Bible Cause?
This year, American Bible Society marks the 205th anniversary of our founding. We praise God for his faithfulness to us and look forward to continuing in a new century of Bible ministry. On May 11, 1816, delegates at the founding convention of American Bible Society adopted an address to the American people. This message outlined the new organization’s purpose and…
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Celebrating 75 Years of United Bible Societies
On May 9th, American Bible Society celebrates 75 years of United Bible Societies. This global fellowship has grown to include more than 150 Bible societies—including American Bible Society—in 240 nations and territories, making it one of the largest Bible-centered organizations in the world. Answering the Cry for God’s Word In 1946, delegates from 13 nations met at the small Elfinsward…
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Working Together for the Cause of the Gospel
Today, American Bible Society celebrates the birthday of one of our Founders: Elias Boudinot. A patriot, lawyer, and congressman, Boudinot had a far-reaching influence that has impacted millions of Americans over the past two centuries. However, one of his greatest passions—and what he considered to be his most important mission—was spreading God’s Word around the world. On his 281st birthday,…
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