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.
STATEMENT BY ROY PETERSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY, ON DEATH OF BILLY GRAHAM
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 21, 2018—Roy Peterson, president and CEO of American Bible Society, on the death of Billy Graham: “Together with the entire American Bible Society family, I offer sincere thanks to God for the life and ministry of the Rev. Billy Graham. Through his remarkable ministry, Mr. Graham introduced countless millions to the life-changing message of the Bible. His passion…
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AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY COMMEMORATES MLK ANNIVERSARY BY ‘REVIVING THE DREAM’
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2018—The central inspiration for Martin Luther King Jr.‘s involvement in the civil rights movement was his faith and understanding of the Bible. The messages of hope and justice King found in the Bible spurred him to be a great advocate for freedom. To honor his regard for Scripture, celebrate Black History Month and recognize the impact of…
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God’s Perfect Love for Imperfect People
God, in his perfect holiness, chooses to commune with imperfect people. It is hard to fathom. Yet he invites us to enter boldly into his throne room of grace. When we do, our perspective shifts, our posture changes, and we take on an attitude of humility. A man in the Bible named Job experienced this firsthand. After being directly addressed…
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God’s Word for Soldiers Serving on the Frontlines of Ukraine
Recently a team from American Bible Society visited the frontlines of eastern Ukraine to encourage soldiers with a Bible especially designed for the Ukrainian Army.The team also provided Children’s Bibles to the men and women in service who are parents. The military personnel were grateful to the point of tears. Many are far from home and concerned about their families.One…
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Reaching the Unreachable with the Gospel, Changing Lives for Good
Nanaka is a cattle keeper whose life was transformed when he met a shepherd.“I was a cattle keeper, believing in traditional gods of my ancestors, worshipping and sacrificing to them,” he explains. “Watching ‘The JESUS Film,’ I heard Jesus speaking in our language. He was a good shepherd with a similar culture. That motivated me to accept Christ as my…
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Touching Hearts, Young and Old, with the Hope of God’s Word
Jameel* and his family were minorities among minorities. They were Christians living on the West Bank. But, in truth, Jameel didn’t really know much about being a Christian. He never had a Bible before, nor did he understood God. That all changed when he went to Bible camp and heard Bible stories.“The story of Joseph touched his heart,” Jameel’s mom…
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