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.
“God has changed my life.”
When Ariana* picked up her free bag of groceries, she was so grateful. She had no idea that the bag contained more than just physical sustenance. It also contained food for her soul! In Guatemala, many poor families like Ariana’s struggle with hunger. Ariana grew up without a mother and endured suffering. Today, she lives with her grandmother, two daughters,…
READ MORENew American Bible Society Study: Gen Z Exhibits Significant Openness to Scripture
PHILADELPHIA, PA—American Bible Society today released the fifth chapter of their 11th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. Today’s release shows that Gen Z youth are still deciding what to do with the Bible and exhibit openness to Scripture, giving the church an opportunity to engage meaningfully and…
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“My life was changed.”
Life in rural Liberia was never easy for Lionel* and his family. They had no running water or electricity in their West African village. However, as a plantation worker, Lionel says, “food was always on our table.” Then, the bottom fell out of his world when a terrible accident left Lionel blind. “I became a street beggar,” he says. Lionel…
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“I realized God will help me in every situation”
As you read this, the men and women of the United States Military are risking their lives and guarding our security in hot spots and lonely outposts around the world. Many are facing fear, depression, and terrible loneliness. While they go into battle with the latest technology and training, their greatest weapon is something that our generous partners provide —…
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Searching for truth in Laos
Discovering Christ in Laos was a difficult journey for Alani*. She had looked into the traditional religions of her ancestors, but never found the support and guidance she was searching for. She had even experienced Christianity earlier in life when she heard the Gospel at her university, but Alani doubted the answers she needed would be found in the Bible.…
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“We saw horrible things . . .”
Caught between an angry government and violent rebel forces, Kasim* and his family were no longer safe in their Syrian home. When the militia entered the city where they lived, “the Syrian government started to shell us with rockets,” he recalls. “Shells hit us from every side. Our neighbors were killed or injured by the explosive barrels. These barrels were…
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