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.
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An App to Remember
Want to memorize Scripture quickly? There’s an app for that. American Bible Society (ABS) recently launched its first mobile app, Bible Minded, to engage a more digitally minded generation. Now available for free on both Android and Apple devices, Bible Minded allows users to customize the way they learn and remember Scripture verses. Since its initial release in May 2012,…
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National Update
A detail of Seven Saints in Adoration of the Magi, c. 1375-1385. Tempera and gold leaf on panel. Courtesy of SBSAE di Siena e Grossato. Lights, Camera, Bible Exploration Through its advocacy initiative, American Bible Society is engaging moviegoers with a Scripture-based conversation guide on the newly released film, Blue Like Jazz. This movie tells the story of one person's…
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International Update
Bishop Aloysius Jim Luxian has a deep devotion to God's Word, which is his source and strength. Photo by UBSCP/Yeo Tan Tan. China - A Lifelong Commitment to God's WordBishop Aloysius Jin Luxian, 95, of China's Catholic Patriotic Association granted a rare interview with the United Bible Societies' China Partnership.During the interview, Bishop Jin shared his profound love of the…
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Pray Around the World
AzerbaijanGive thanks for the work translating the Bible into Azeri, Talish and Udi. Ask that God will bless these projects and that they will have an impact on many people. Praise him, too, for opportunities to publish, distribute and proclaim his Word. Pray for his protection and guidance, for future mission opportunities and for his blessing on all aspects of…
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In Memoriam
Benjamin Edgar Johnson (1921-2012) American Bible Society mourns the passing of B. Edgar Johnson who served on the American Bible Society Board starting in 1990 and became a trustee emeritus in 2005. Over his long life he was a servant leader in everything he endeavored, and God used him mightily. He served as secretary general in the International Church of…
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