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.
Sergey finds the promise of God’s Word
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly everyone around the world. Yet God’s grace and love continually shine through even the darkest of clouds. This is how one man in Ukraine found the truth of the Bible, thanks to our generous partners. Sergey*, 79, lives on the 14th floor of an apartment building where he has been bedridden for over a…
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“I was so happy to receive my Bible.”
Living in poverty in North Macedonia means much more than not having enough to eat. It means feeling trapped by life, wondering if things will ever get better. Despair creeps into every thought and action. Sadly, this is daily life for many in North Macedonia. COVID-19’s economic impact has made living conditions even more dire as many more people lose…
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“This Bible is a miracle.”
Lost. Hopeless. Worthless. These are the words Elena* used to describe herself. The 22-year-old woman grew up in Macedonia in extreme poverty. When some family members lost their jobs, making survival even more difficult, Elena fell into depression and suffered from anxiety. “I felt hopeless. I felt worthless and had panic attacks. I thought that things would get worse,” she…
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“God is alive!”
Romanian children living in rural villages don’t have the same opportunities as children born in the city. In some areas, where 70% of the population lives in poverty, many parents have left in search of work abroad. With few opportunities for a better future, these children are desperate for the hope that can only be found in God’s Word.That’s why,…
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Traumatized Man Transformed by God’s Word
Daily life is hard for many people living in the small nation of Macedonia, where nearly a third of the population lives in poverty, and more than a quarter are unemployed. Many people in this country lack access to basic necessities, such as food, healthcare, and education, making it difficult for them to thrive and escape poverty.Like many people in…
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Modern New Testament Arrives for the Georgian People!
The people of Georgia, a country at the intersection of Europe and Asia and a former Soviet Union state, recently celebrated the joyous arrival of the New Testament in Modern Georgian. While Christianity has deep roots in this region, Georgians did not have Scripture in their heart language that could be easily understood — until this New Testament arrived.The excitement…
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