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.
American Bible Society Honored by Philadelphia City Council and Mayor
“Every thinking man, when he thinks, realizes what a very large number of people tend to forget: that the teachings of the Bible are so interwoven and entwined with our whole civic and social life that it would be literally impossible for us to figure to ourselves what that life would be if these teachings were removed.” - Theodore Roosevelt…
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State of the Bible 2016
Fifty-three percent of Americans believe politicians would be more effective if they read the Bible more often, according to the 2016 State of the Bible survey. Conducted by American Bible Society and Barna Group, the annual survey gathers data about how Americans engage with the Bible and its message. This year’s survey also reports that 51 percent of Americans believe…
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Our Troops Meet the Ultimate Protector Through His Word
After 26 years of military service, Bruce* remembers many combat tours and special assignments in volatile regions like Ethiopia, Pakistan, Lebanon and Egypt. But one moment that stands out in his mind wasn’t on the battlefield.“We were preparing for deployment with field exercises. Inside my tent I always kept a case of Bibles and some Gospel tracts. One day I…
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Leaders Gather to Strengthen U.S. Cities through Scripture
Last fall, God’s Word had a voice at Movement Day 2015 in New York City. The annual gathering of urban Christian leaders seeks to heal the spiritual wounds of U.S. cities through collaboration in ministry, business and the arts. American Bible Society provided a special Scripture-based devotional journey for conference participants, encouraging them to follow God as they lead their…
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Bringing God’s Word to Our Nation’s Cities
Expanding urban Bible ministry can transform hearts and minds in cities across the United States.Known for bringing God’s Word to hard-to-reach places worldwide, American Bible Society also focuses its attention at home through key partnerships that foster Scripture engagement in cities around the country. Through an alliance with the New York City Leadership Center (NYCLC) and Concerts of Prayer Greater…
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Healing the Wounds of War
“If you are tired from carrying heavy burdens, come to me and I will give you rest. Take the yoke I give you. Put it on your shoulders and learn from me. I am gentle and humble, and you will find rest. This yoke is easy to bear, and this burden is light.” — Matthew 11:28-30 (CEV) When John* entered…
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