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.
Expanding Bible Outreach in Laos
LAOS - After 10 years of careful and consistent ministry in Laos, the prayers of God’s people are being answered. Oppression is giving way to the desire for God’s Word. American Bible Society is launching its most widespread program of Bible distribution ever in Laos, working with local churches and Christian leaders.There are currently more than 140,000 Christians in Laos.…
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Hope and Healing for God’s Children
Maria had nothing to live for. The 16-year-old from Bolivia was tired of the abuse from her uncle and cousin. She was tired of the pain, the fear, and the emptiness inside. But Maria had a plan. “I decided to commit suicide by jumping off the bridge,” she remembers. “I felt dirty on the inside. I felt like my life…
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Building Translation on Prayer
Over 1 billion people around the world still lack access to a complete Bible in their heart language. More than 1,800 languages still await the start of Bible translation. The good news is that with new technology and creative partnerships from the Every Tribe Every Nation alliance (ETEN), we have seen the hard work of Bible translation accelerated by 500%.…
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Historic Ministry Makes Its New Home in Historic Philadelphia
At a press conference today, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and American Bible Society President and CEO Roy Peterson announced that American Bible Society, one of the nation’s first and most enduring nonprofits, will relocate its national headquarters to the historic center of Philadelphia, an area often called the most historic square mile in America. The move comes after nearly 200…
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American Bible Society Moves to Philadelphia
Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and American Bible Society President and CEO Roy Peterson announced at a joint press conference the location of American Bible Society’s new headquarters: Philadelphia. After nearly 200 hundred years in New York City, American Bible Society will be moving to one of the most historic cities in America. The City of Brotherly Love was founded in…
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Pray for Ukraine
For some time the country of Ukraine has been in conflict. On Saturday, a new outbreak of violence in the city of Mariupol broke a ceasefire, killing 27 people and wounding 97, and no peace is in sight. The United States government has condemned this “horrific assault by Russian-backed separatists” and is calling on Russia “to end its support for…
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