Hope and Healing for Cameroon’s Hard Places

As General Secretary of the Bible Society of Cameroon, Luc Gnowa has helped bring God’s Word to thousands of Cameroonians. But one Bible recipient stands out in Luc’s memory—a woman named Mama Catherine, who recently died at the age of 118. Although Cameroonians have had access to the Bible in… Read More

Fiji: Partners facilitate spiritual healing after Cyclone Winston

Ministry partners in Fiji used American Bible Society’s Scripture-based trauma healing curriculum to care for thousands of suffering people after Cyclone Winston struck the islands in February. Thanks to prior training in the principles of Biblebased trauma healing, partners Wes and Jerusha Neal quickly responded to needs on the ground. Read More

State of the Bible 2016

Fifty-three percent of Americans believe politicians would be more effective if they read the Bible more often, according to the 2016 State of the Bible survey. Conducted by American Bible Society and Barna Group, the annual survey gathers data about how Americans engage with the Bible and its message. This… Read More

7-Day Bible Challenge Applies Scripture to Community

A new online, 7-Day Bible reading challenge encourages readers to positively influence their communities by recommitting themselves to daily engagement with God’s Word. The 7-Day Bible Challenge explores topics such as following God faithfully, fostering a heart full of devotion, and being a light to the world. In addition to… Read More

Pray Around the World

Bible Societies around the world are helping to share God’s message of hope and love with those who need it most. Here are prayer requests from a select group of Bible Societies that ask you to lift them up in prayer. Nigeria Bible Society of Nigeria asks you to pray… Read More

Breaking New Ground with God’s Word

At first glance, it might appear that the life of Paul Burmeister in Central Kansas hasn’t changed much over the course of seven decades. “I’ve been raised on a farm and I’m still farming at the age of 78,” Paul says. Paul’s walk with the Lord echoes this steady pace… Read More

God’s Word Brings Comfort, Peace to Middle Eastern Refugees

Sara* was just a young child, but she knew the dangers when the terrorists marched into her hometown of Mosul in Iraq. “We had to leave our house and flee,” she remembers. “We left everything…our toys, books, clothes and we came with nothing in our hands. I was very sad,… Read More

Pray for America’s Heroes this Veterans Day

Today our nation celebrates the sacrificial service of America’s military veterans. According to the most recent census data, there are more than 18 million veterans in the United States, many of whom suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): 11-20 percent of Iraq War… Read More

3 Ways to Celebrate International Day of the Bible

At noon on November 14, people from across the world will find creative ways to celebrate their love for the Bible, whether through social media, musical performances or flash mobs. That’s what International Day of the Bible is all about—finding exciting new ways to champion God’s Word… Read More

End to End Program Engages New Believers in the Scriptures

Esi* gave her life to Christ when she saw the JESUS film in her small village in Ghana. She knew from that day forward her life would be different. “I was born and raised as a Muslim,” she explains. “My decision to follow Jesus affected my family. My prospective husband… Read More