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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She experienced pain that no child should . . .
Nadia’s* childhood was a nightmare. She grew up in a volatile region of the Middle East where the persecution of Christian families like hers was unbearable. “They threatened my father three times and wanted the church to stop holding prayer meetings. Terrorists kidnapped him. My father was tortured. They killed my father,” Nadia recalls tearfully. “On my father’s body, they…
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“None of them had Bibles.”
Right now, brave men and women in our military are risking their very lives for our way of life. Our support shows them how much we appreciate their sacrifices by providing them with God’s Word. Over 150,000 Service Members are deployed around the world, many in dangerous situations. The generous support of our friends provides Bibles and Scripture resources for…
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Letters from Paul Episode 4: Galatians 5:13-23
For the whole Law is summed up in one commandment: “Love your neighbor as you love yourself.” Galatians 5:14 GNT In this fourth episode of the Letters from Paul series from American Bible Society, you’ll explore Galatians 5:13-23. Paul was writing to the churches of Galatia, which were in modern-day Turkey. As he encouraged these churches to stay strong in…
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How the Visual Arts Can Enrich Your Time in God’s Word
God saw all that he had made—and it was very good! Genesis 1:31a NET This is the final installment in a five-part series sharing creative ways to engage with God’s Word. Using practices from The Abide Bible, these blogs will guide you in slowing down and letting Scripture refresh your heart. Today, you’ll learn how you can engage with the…
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3 Ways to Show Your Gratitude and Share God’s Love with Military Members This Armed Forces Day
This Armed Forces Day, American Bible Society praises God for the men and women currently serving in the United States Military. We express our deepest gratitude for the sacrifices our country’s bravest heroes make to protect our nation. And we remember our commitment to equip those who serve with the eternal truths of God’s Word. Since 1817, generous supporters like…
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Liana’s Favorite Books: Episode 4
In this new episode of “Liana’s Favorite Books,” Dr. Liana Lupas shows off an 1832 Hawaiian New Testament that was originally gifted to American Bible Society by a Hawaiian queen! In addition to learning about how American missionaries brought Christianity to the Hawaiian Islands, you’ll get a close look at the message of gratitude inscribed on this precious volume—a royal…
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