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.
In Good Hands
Lotus Harris was adopted as a baby by a Christian missionary in India. Today, she helps orphaned children in her home country. Photo by Gary FongShe was only days old when her parents abandoned her — an all-too-frequent fate of baby girls in India. It was during the monsoon season, a time when disease, scorpions and many other dangers made…
READ MORECalled to Serve
Rev. Emilio A. Reyes stands with former Yankee Bernie Williams, who was honored for promoting the Bible in Hispanic America. Photo by David SingerThe Rev. Emilio A. Reyes is vice president for Hispanic/Latino Ministries at the American Bible Society. Despite his long commute — he travels regularly to New York from Florida — he is thankful for work that lets…
READ MOREIn Memoriam – Fall 2008
Sir John Marks Templeton. Photo courtesy of the American Bible Society ArchivesThe American Bible Society deeply mourns the death of Sir John Marks Templeton, a great philanthropist and Christian, member emeritus of the board and generous supporter of the Bible Cause.Mabel Fern Underhill Alexander Given by Susan D. UnderhillMy parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Barron Given by Marguerite B.…
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