Americans Want Peace in Politics
As the mid-term elections approach, a few often-overlooked biblical characteristics may carry more weight among voters than politicians realize. The State of the Bible, a recent survey from American Bible Society, found that an overwhelming 90 percent of Americans believe elected officials should display peace, kindness, gentleness and self-control. These qualities, known as the “fruit of the spirit,” are described…
READ MORE AMERICANS’ APPETITE FOR BIBLE GROWS
More Americans are expressing interest in increasing their interaction with the Bible, according to the annual State of the Bible research from American Bible Society. The 2018 report reveals a majority of Americans, 57 percent, declare they wish they used the Bible more. While 89 percent of those who are considered Bible Engaged* desire to increase their Bible use, 70…
READ MORE SURVEY ASKS WHO SAID IT: HAN SOLO OR JESUS?
On the eve of the release of the new Star Wars movie Solo, nearly half of Americans are not so fascinated with a galaxy far, far away that they cannot recognize a Jesus quote when they see one. As part of American Bible Society’s annual State of the Bible survey, participants were asked whether Jesus or Han Solo said, “You…
READ MORE PEOPLE WHO REGULARLY READ BIBLE SAY IT’S BETTER THAN COFFEE TO JUMP-START THEIR MORNINGS
PHILADELPHIA, May 8, 2018— The more engaged someone is with the Bible, the more likely he or she is to recognize their need for it on a daily basis, according to the latest State of the Bible research from American Bible Society. Among this group, 61 percent said they must have the Bible as part of their daily routines when…
READ MORE AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY EVENT IN CHARLOTTE COMMEMORATES MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
PHILADELPHIA, April 4, 2018— The central inspiration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s involvement in the civil rights movement was his faith and understanding of the Bible. The messages of hope and justice King found in the Bible spurred him to be a great advocate for freedom. To honor the impact Scripture had on King’s life, American Bible Society is…
READ MORE STATEMENT BY ROY PETERSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY, ON DEATH OF BILLY GRAHAM
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 21, 2018—Roy Peterson, president and CEO of American Bible Society, on the death of Billy Graham: “Together with the entire American Bible Society family, I offer sincere thanks to God for the life and ministry of the Rev. Billy Graham. Through his remarkable ministry, Mr. Graham introduced countless millions to the life-changing message of the Bible. His passion…
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