What’s your definition of a hero? This word can conjure up a mixture of meanings—from caped superheroes to people in the spotlight for brave acts of kindness. But a hero can also be described as someone who longs to make things better for another. One whose motivations… Read More
There are approximately 76 million Catholics in the United States, nearly half of whom are Hispanic or Latino. And while research shows that a large majority desire to read the Bible more, there are limited Spanish Bible resources, creating a barrier to accessing God’s Word regularly. Read More
Juan* walked into a Bible study for members of a New York homeless shelter carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders. With disheveled hair and blood-shot eyes, Juan told the group he couldn’t take it anymore. Life was just too much. But as he heard the pastor talk… Read More
For eight years in a row now, American Bible Society has commissioned the Barna Group to conduct a State of the Bible survey. What do Americans think about the Bible? How often do they read it? When they do interact with Scripture, do they use a… Read More
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… Read More
Throughout his 28 years in the armed forces, Charles King* carried a Bible in his cargo pocket. No stranger to combat tours in war zones, Charles relied on God’s Word to ease the tension and comfort him about his purpose. During some of his most treacherous assignments, Charles often found… Read More
When Hurricane Maria barreled through the small Caribbean island of Puerto Rico on September 20, 2017, it destroyed everything in its path. Fierce winds knocked out the island’s electricity. Thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed. Food and medical supplies were scarce. And tragically, more than 4,500 lives were… Read More
Right now, brave men and women are training to become Soldiers in the U.S. Army. They’ve left their homes and families to serve, protect, and defend you and me. Over the course of ten weeks, new recruits go through Basic Combat Training. There, they learn tactical and survival… Read More
God is moving across the five boroughs of New York City through an initiative called Saturate New York! In 2012, more than 40 churches partnered to visit, pray, and serve those affected by Hurricane Sandy’s devastating floods—birthing Saturate New York. It was a holy… Read More
Long 12-hour shifts of crime-stopping, citizen-protecting, drug-busting, car-chasing—just another day in the life of a police officer. But as the brave men and women of our police force tackle the dangers most people run from, these stressful and often life-threatening encounters can take a huge toll on their overall… Read More
