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.
Quiet Time
One of the best ways to grow in your relationship with God is to read His Word each day. Use this guide to read through the Bible this year, asking God to illuminate His truths to you and to help you live for Him.Get your 2020 Daily Bible Reading Guide here
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“God is alive!”
Romanian children living in rural villages don’t have the same opportunities as children born in the city. In some areas, where 70% of the population lives in poverty, many parents have left in search of work abroad. With few opportunities for a better future, these children are desperate for the hope that can only be found in God’s Word.That’s why,…
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Bringing God’s hope to hurting children
Orphans Monique* and Armanie* were born into a difficult life in the Dominican Republic. Living without your parents is bad enough, but it’s hard to imagine that life will improve when you live in a country plagued by violence and unemployment.More than one in five Dominicans live in poverty, and Dominican children are especially vulnerable to the effects of food…
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“Sober, Gentle, and Calm”
At the young age of 6, Julius* was sent away.He was sent outside his village in Ghana to work in harsh conditions as a shepherd. He was often alone and slept outside. At times, he felt completely abandoned, unloved, and forgotten.In a country of extreme poverty, Julius had little to look forward to in life. As he grew, Julius tried…
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The wait is over!
Finally, the wait is over.The Kikongo speakers in Angola now have a New Testament in a language they can understand and relate to, thanks to the generosity of our partners!The 537,000 people who speak Kikongo recently received the newly translated Kikongo New Testament, and they were thrilled.Manuel, who worked on the translation project, said, “For me, it is a huge…
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“My course in life has changed.”
Henry* was heading down the wrong path. He admits that he was quite a scoundrel in Liberia where he lived. “My life was bad,” Henry says. “I was making my living through robbery and stealing.” Henry was used to taking what he wanted . . . until he met a blind man who freely gave him something that changed his…
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