He was just 18 years old. Barely out of high school, a young Chris Runnells decided to join the Army as an airborne infantryman. “I wanted to serve my country as my grandfather had done in Korea,” he remembers. But Chris’s view of himself, the world, and God was… Read More
The Bible is the most influential book in American history. For centuries, its message of hope has inspired the women and men whose lives have defined the American pursuit of liberty and justice for all. It continues to inspire us today. However, the State… Read More
In May, members from 47 churches in Kansas City went over and above their normal service to show their neighbors the love of God. This effort was grounded in Scripture, with more than 1,500 people reading the devotional Love Your Neighbor produced by American Bible Society. In addition, 4,000 church… Read More
Air Force Sergeant Benjamin Wilson* saw more pain than he wants to remember. He saw brave men die and the devastating impact it had on their children. “It ripped the heart out of my chest,” he recalls. He saw hunger and suffering around the world. “A lot of things… Read More
What is your father like? Maybe your father played ball with you every Saturday growing up. Perhaps he protected you from bullies and told you he was proud of you. Maybe your father hurt you. Perhaps even the thought of your dad forms a knot in your… Read More
There is eternal hope in the central miracle of God’s redemption story—the resurrection of Jesus. Prophets looked forward to the resurrection long before it took place. Witnesses reported their encounters with Jesus after he rose from the grave. Others later testified to the power of the cross and… Read More
Thanksgiving is a season of gratitude. It is a time to meditate on the Lord’s provision and honor him with thanks. Traditionally, family and friends gather together to enjoy a special meal. For many of us, we say a prayer of thanksgiving. Gratitude was an important part of… Read More
In November, American Bible Society launched “Strength for the Street,” a Scripture engagement resource for law enforcement officers in Philadelphia. The booklet pairs Scripture passages with testimonies from local police officers, making “Strength for the Streets” a useful resource for police chaplains as they minister within a grueling professional environment. Read More
A newly published book series titled “Journey of a Military Wife” is designed to help military wives find solid ground in God’s Word during the instability of military life. Written by Brenda Pace and published by American Bible Society’s Armed Services Ministry, each of the series’ four books contains 60… Read More
Fifty-three percent of Americans believe politicians would be more effective if they read the Bible more often, according to the 2016 State of the Bible survey. Conducted by American Bible Society and Barna Group, the annual survey gathers data about how Americans engage with the Bible and its message. This… Read More
