God’s Word transforms us. It brings us peace, hope, and a focused passion to live out God’s vision for our lives. According to Barna Group’s 2017 State of the Bible, 58 percent of all Americans wish they spent more time reading or listening to the Bible. Read More
YouVersion, a partner of American Bible Society, is delivering on its mission to help people fully engage with the Bible. More than 275 million people have used their portable devices to download the YouVersion Bible app, which is now available in more than 1,000 languages. American Bible Society’s Senior… Read More
At noon on November 14, people from across the world will find creative ways to celebrate their love for the Bible, whether through social media, musical performances or flash mobs. That’s what International Day of the Bible is all about—finding exciting new ways to champion God’s Word… Read More
On this International Day of the Bible, people around the world will be celebrating God’s Word. And for good reason. For thousands of years, the Bible has inspired art (think of Michelangelo’s “David”), influenced literature (Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson’s works, for example), spurred… Read More
On this International Day of the Bible, people around the world will be celebrating God’s Word. And for good reason. For thousands of years, the Bible has inspired art (think of Michelangelo’s “David”), influenced literature (Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson’s works, for example), spurred… Read More
Nasir* is well acquainted with Pakistan’s burning hot sun. For years, he and his family have toiled in the field of his domineering landlord in exchange for a place to live. “We are working under him from many generations,” recounts Nasir. While his labor is strenuous, Nasir doesn’t worry much… Read More
On Easter Sunday, Jesus rose from the dead. The embattled figure we envision on the cross, crowned in thorns and hung for all to see, defeated death, leaving an empty tomb outside the city of Jerusalem. Today, in the midst of honey-baked hams, Easter egg hunts and laughter with… Read More
On a typical Friday, thoughts of weekend activities, restful mornings and life away from work may surface. Or, as preparations ensue for a weekend at home, anxiety may rise about chores, housework and errands. But today is different. Today, we celebrate the ultimate sacrifice: Jesus’ death by crucifixion, an act… Read More
The people are to take some of the blood and put it on the doorposts and above the doors of the houses in which the animals are to be eaten…. The blood on the doorposts will be a sign to mark the houses in which you live. When I see… Read More
The Bible is full of famous women—queens, prophets, a judge, notable disciples of Jesus and associates of Paul. Some women have books of the Bible named after them. Others share the spotlight with their also-famous husbands or sons. You can probably name quite a few of these women. Read More
