Scripture engagement leads to knowing God—and lives changed forever. Now more than ever, Americans need to know God’s Word and the hope we have in its transformative message. The State of the Bible is a yearly, in-depth study, asking Americans their opinions and practices relating to the Bible, all made possible by generous supporters like you.
These Bible insights can provide critical information and give you direction for your Biblical ministry to help better serve the needs of people in your community.
Hope and Practical Help in Oklahoma
Within 72 hours of the tornado that destroyed sections of Oklahoma City suburbs, American Bible Society (ABS) and partner organization Operation Compassion (OC) provided Scripture Portions, food and water to victims of the disaster. ABS contributed more than 30,000 Scripture Portions, including a crisis edition of God is Our Shelter and Strength, for distribution to areas affected by the tornado.…
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Calling All Super Dads
Fathers are sometimes expected to be just like Superman, aren’t they? Even when they feel more like Clark Kent. The newest Superman film is out, and we’ve put together a companion movie conversation guide just for you. See the film with your kids, or your dads and spend some time talking. Our guide draws parallels between the relationship of Superman…
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Celebrating 197 Years
American Bible Society celebrated its 197th anniversary on May 11. Over the course of its history, ABS has piloted groundbreaking work for the Bible cause. From helping to develop Scriptures for the blind in 1835 to creating technology driven apps like BibleMinded today, ABS remains committed to providing God’s Word to all people so that they can experience its life-changing…
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Shifting Conversations
ProjectShift.com, a website launched by American Bible Society in January, gives news with a new twist. The site works by aggregating different news articles and videos that are circulating on social networks. Each piece is accompanied by a question or comment that prompts readers to reflect on biblical, faith-based themes running through it. One recent article on an English duke’s…
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Unlocking Mysteries of the Heart
We all want to know that our congregations are growing spiritually — that the time, effort and money we’ve invested is paying off and bearing fruit. But this fruit isn’t always something we can see with our eyes and measure with our hands. Or is it? It is possible to measure spiritual growth and assess heart change, says Mark Forshaw,…
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The Bible on Broadway
New Atrium cafe. Photo by Drew Hood. New York City is known for noise. Car horns, music and the chatter of millions fill the city streets. But at American Bible Society’s headquarters on 1865 Broadway, the new ABS Atrium provides a refuge from the bustle of daily life and a chance to connect with the Bible in a fresh way.…
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