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.
Hope and Healing for Homebound Heroes
Suicide rates among active duty troops are alarmingly high. We believe that God’s Word can truly save lives as our military heroes struggle with the hidden wounds of war. Too often, a soldier’s homecoming is not a glorious panoply of parades and accolades. Many veterans return home to face harsh realities of struggling families, unemployment and even homelessness. Battle wounds…
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National Update
A detail of Seven Saints in Adoration of the Magi, c. 1375-1385. Tempera and gold leaf on panel. Courtesy of SBSAE di Siena e Grossato. Lights, Camera, Bible Exploration Through its advocacy initiative, American Bible Society is engaging moviegoers with a Scripture-based conversation guide on the newly released film, Blue Like Jazz. This movie tells the story of one person's…
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Most Americans Own a Bible, So Why Aren't They Reading It?
Recently, ABS President and CEO, Lamar Vest contributed to Fox News, writing on the state of the Bible in America. Below is an excerpt of his story:It may surprise you to learn that America is decidedly pro-Bible. According to research commissioned by American Bible Society, Barna Research polled 2,000 Americans and discovered that nine out of 10 households own a…
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Serving Those Who Serve
Freedom comes at a price. Our nations veterans know this full well as they endure, on a day-to-day basis, the lasting effects of duty and war. So, the Armed Services Ministry of American Bible Society, in collaboration with Veteran Affairs (VA) chaplain consultants, developed the God Understands series: A resource created to provide healing, hope and comfort to Veterans dealing…
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National Church Leaders say YES!
Orlando, Fla. Ministry leaders from across the whole Church—Evangelical, Protestant, Greek Orthodox and Catholic—gathered here from Nov. 7-9 for the Uncover Summit, sponsored by the Forum of Bible Agencies-North America.The conference was indeed a summit—a mountaintop experience in which attendees dedicated themselves to Uncover the Word,™ a national movement of people who are committing themselves to the daily practice of…
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The Cure for Teenage Trauma
Ariel Miller, once a desperate caller, now volunteers at Remedy.fm to minister on-air to teens in need.Ariel is 19. A self-described perfectionist, she says she felt the need to “punish herself” from an early age. By her first year of high school, Ariel had resorted to cutting herself daily. Lying on her bed one night, she remembers experiencing so much…
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