4 Ways to Pray for the Bible to Reach the Unreached

The Great Commission tells us to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). But there are still segments of the world’s population that have never heard the name of Jesus. They are unreached. Approximately two billion people around the world- 41% of the world’s population- have… Read More

Keep Praying! God is Healing Trauma in Rwanda

Thank you for praying for Rwanda’s genocide survivors to experience God’s peace through the Bible-based trauma healing ministry. Trauma healing ministry uses the power of Scripture to help hurting people heal from their trauma. And there has been a lot of trauma in Rwanda. In 1994, Rwanda… Read More

Freed from Anger, Filipino Man Praises Jesus!

John* had a lot of anger in his heart. Unable to forget hurtful experiences in his past, he became angry. He was imprisoned by his anger and pain. They prevented him from moving forward with his life. Then John joined a Bible-based trauma healing group. It was… Read More

Exciting! Surinamese People See, Hear, and Experience Jesus

Grandma Hendrina, aged 72, lives in the district of Marowijne-Albina in Suriname. Her eldest daughter became addicted to drugs, so she’s been taking care of her 10 grandchildren. Grandma Hendrina was having a hard time. She felt overwhelmed and couldn’t handle the care. Then Grandma Hendrina received an audio device… Read More

Healing for the People in the South Pacific Islands

On April 7, 2020, a category 5 cyclone battered the Pacific leaving widespread destruction across the Solomon Islands, Fiji, Tonga, and Vanuatu. Cyclone Harold destroyed homes, schools, medical facilities, as well as caused damage to food crops and water supplies. Vanuatu was hit the hardest. Malo Island in Vanuatu… Read More

The Prayer Snapshot: A New Way to Connect

The power of prayer is undeniable. The simple act of talking to God and trusting him can lead to miraculous transformation. It transforms us, it transforms others, and it transforms situations no matter how difficult they may seem. And in this moment, when we are seeing division and separation caused… Read More

God’s Peace in a Chaotic World

I’ve always craved a conflict free environment. In fact, one personality test described me as “The Peacemaker.” For me to function at my best, I need internal and external peace. But we are living in chaotic times. Covid-19 has turned our lives upside down. Our peace and… Read More

State of the Bible 2020

Since 2011, American Bible Society has worked with Barna Group to conduct its annual State of the Bible report. This report examines how adults in the United States relate to the Bible and what difference it is making in their lives. This year, the 10th annual State… Read More

Translating Scripture for Deaf People in Thailand

Imagine you’re the only deaf person in your family. While everyone else talks to one another, you must find other ways to communicate because your family doesn’t understand you. Most deaf people in Thailand are born into an all hearing family. Deaf people most often communicate in sign language. Read More

Praise God! 1.8 Billion Scriptures Distributed in 5 Years

We have exciting news! In the last five years, Bible Societies around the globe have distributed 1.8 billion Scriptures, including more than 180 million full Bibles. That’s approximately a quarter of the world’s population that now has access to Scripture. Praise God! This incredible achievement was done by… Read More