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.
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Liana’s Favorite Books: Episode 18
In this episode of “Liana’s Favorite Books,” Dr. Liana Lupas takes you on a tour of two New Testaments published by Robert Estienne, who was also known by his Latin name: Robertus Stephanus. Estienne was a renowned French academic in the 16th century, but his sympathy for the Protestant Reformation meant that he required the protection of the king of…
READ MORE Liana’s Favorite Books: Episode 17
In this episode of “Liana’s Favorite Books,” Dr. Liana Lupas takes you on a tour of the first English Bible printed in New York. In 1782, Robert Aitken printed the English Bible in Philadelphia. He struggled to sell all 10,000 copies, and the endeavor nearly bankrupt him. Ten years later, two printers named Hodge and Campbell solicited subscriptions for a…
READ MORE “I couldn’t buy the Bible for lack of money.”
Aline* was like many in Angola, where about one-third of the people live in poverty. Her heart ached as she longed to understand the message of hope and comfort in the Bible. Her circumstances kept her away from its message, but she still waited. “I lived in a rural and very poor area. I couldn’t buy the Bible for lack…
READ MORE “It helped us understand how our Lord came into the world to save us . . .”
In order to reach native communities living in the most isolated, rural areas of Mexico, the Bible Society staff must travel on dangerous roads. Then, when the roads run out, they rely on boats, horses, donkeys, and hours of walking. Finally, they reach their destination, where groups of people are amazed that someone cares enough to bring them Bibles and…
READ MORE “Some evangelists have to hand-copy the Bible.”
The nation of Madagascar is one of the poorest in the world. Much of the population barely scrapes by on less than two dollars a day. In recent years, Bibles have been so scarce that some evangelists in rural areas have resorted to hand-copying long sections of Scripture to help share the Good News with others. With the support of…
READ MORE 3 Biblical Reminders for a Troubled Heart
“Are you okay?” It’s a simple question that can stop you in your tracks—often because you’re afraid that the worries, sorrows, and stresses you keep buried in your heart have somehow become visible. What’s your most common answer? “Oh, sure, I’m just tired.” “Yeah, I just have a lot on my mind today.” “Work’s been really busy—you know how it…
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