What Does It Mean to Encounter the Word of God?
When Jesus rose from the dead after the crucifixion, he visited several people. Two of them were on their way to a village called Emmaus. As followers of Jesus, these disciples were reflecting on everything that had happened recently: the healings he performed, his trial before Pontius Pilate, the tragedy that had occurred at the cross, and of course, his…
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Wow! In 2021 Bible Societies Translated Scripture for Millions of People Worldwide
Today we rejoice that, despite another year of challenges caused by COVID-19, Bible Societies around the world completed Scripture translations in 90 languages used by 794 million people in 2021! That’s just over 10% of the world’s population. Bible Societies completed: First translations in 48 languages including three first full Bibles New or revised Scripture translations in 43 languages used…
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The Prayer Snapshot: “Helping Ukrainians in Crisis”
In this episode of the Prayer Snapshot, we provide an update on the ongoing war in Ukraine from American Bible Society team members who were recently on the frontlines in Poland. From a refugee center at a train station in Krakow, Poland, to a Lutheran church that was converted into a temporary home—you’ll hear the amazing ways that churches, Bible…
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Kansas City Shares the Good News of Jesus with Diaspora Communities
Over the past 25 years, the foreign-born population in Kanas City has grown more than 300 percent. It is to this community of nearly 135,000 immigrants that The Sending Project feels called to serve and share the hope of God’s Word. And they need your prayers to reach these precious ones that are often neglected by society. Working Together to…
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Helping Families Know God’s Peace in Times of Uncertainty
Children are affected by trauma as much as adults. But traumatized children often struggle to express their feelings. Small children may not have words to express grief, fear, anxiety, depression, and anger. In these moments, children need to know that they are not alone. That’s why American Bible Society’s Trauma Healing Ministry created God Is With Me: A Family Guide…
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A Prayer for People in Crisis
God of people in crisis, we know that your heart beats greatly for the marginalized, the outcast, the poor, widows, orphans, and those displaced. Throughout Scripture we see your continued commitment to those who are suffering. You walked alongside the people of Israel when they sought freedom from slavery. You listened to the cries of barren women. You huddled in…
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2021 Prayer Impact Report: God Did the Impossible Through Our Prayers
You helped make a difference around the world in 2021. Thank you for supporting us with your prayers. Because you prayed, millions of people across the globe now have access to the world’s greatest treasure—the Bible. Your prayers made this possible. Today we celebrate all the lives that have been impacted by God’s Word. We celebrate that lives that have…
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