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.
Meeting the Critical Spiritual Needs of Our Nation’s Military
John*, a wounded Veteran, recently sent a thank you note to American Bible Society for Bible resources that “keep me going.”John doesn’t share much about how he was wounded, only that he has been disabled for 32 years. He says the Bible resources provided by the support of American Bible Society’s financial partners are so valuable. “They have given me…
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Thanking Bible Translators for their Life-changing Gift
Over 1,600 years ago, a man named St. Jerome translated the Bible into Latin. His efforts made Scripture more accessible to his contemporaries. September 30 was named International Translation Day in honor of St. Jerome, the “patron saint of translation.” It serves as a way to recognize translators who dedicate their lives to opening up languages for others to understand.…
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Hope for America
The Bible is the most influential book in American history. For centuries, its message of hope has inspired the women and men whose lives have defined the American pursuit of liberty and justice for all. It continues to inspire us today. However, the State of the Bible 2018 report (commissioned by American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Group) brings…
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Kansas City Churches Love Neighbors Well
In May, members from 47 churches in Kansas City went over and above their normal service to show their neighbors the love of God. This effort was grounded in Scripture, with more than 1,500 people reading the devotional Love Your Neighbor produced by American Bible Society. In addition, 4,000 church leaders received guides on facilitating a What if the Church…
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Military Personnel Grateful for God’s Promises of Protection
Air Force Sergeant Benjamin Wilson* saw more pain than he wants to remember. He saw brave men die and the devastating impact it had on their children. “It ripped the heart out of my chest,” he recalls. He saw hunger and suffering around the world. “A lot of things you can’t let go; you can’t get those visions out of…
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God is a Good Father—Jesus Says So
What is your father like? Maybe your father played ball with you every Saturday growing up. Perhaps he protected you from bullies and told you he was proud of you. Maybe your father hurt you. Perhaps even the thought of your dad forms a knot in your stomach and a sense of childhood dread. Or maybe your father has passed…
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