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.
A Psalm of Praise for Thanksgiving
For most people growing up in the United States, the Thanksgiving holiday is one charged with vivid sights, smells, tastes and memories. The warm smells of turkey, stuffing or freshly baked pie transport us back to a place and time—perhaps gathered around a table (or a football game) with friends and family.Many use Thanksgiving as a chance to stretch their…
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A Psalm of Praise for Thanksgiving
For most people growing up in the United States, the Thanksgiving holiday is one charged with vivid sights, smells, tastes and memories. The warm smells of turkey, stuffing or freshly baked pie transport us back to a place and time—perhaps gathered around a table (or a football game) with friends and family.Many use Thanksgiving as a chance to stretch their…
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How Can You Celebrate International Day of the Bible?
On this International Day of the Bible, people around the world will be celebrating God’s Word. And for good reason. For thousands of years, the Bible has inspired art (think of Michelangelo’s “David”), influenced literature (Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson’s works, for example), spurred social reform (Dr. Martin Luther King’s speeches are filled with biblical references), influenced justice systems (check…
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How Can You Celebrate International Day of the Bible?
On this International Day of the Bible, people around the world will be celebrating God’s Word. And for good reason. For thousands of years, the Bible has inspired art (think of Michelangelo’s “David”), influenced literature (Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson’s works, for example), spurred social reform (Dr. Martin Luther King’s speeches are filled with biblical references), influenced justice systems (check…
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5 Testimonies from VA Chaplains for Veterans Day
Today Americans take time to honor and thank God for the brave men and women who have defended our country as members of the United States Armed Forces. As Christians, we are grateful for men and women who embody the heart of a God who sacrificially protects his people: Psalm 18:2 (GNTD) The Lord is my protector; he is my…
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Celebrate International Translation Day and the Pioneering Work of Saint Jerome
Every year, September 30 commemorates the feast day of Saint Jerome for the Christian church. As it so happens, this date also marks the annual celebration of International Translation Day. But the overlap of these two holidays is no mere coincidence.Born in the middle of the 4th century, Jerome pioneered one of the most groundbreaking Bible translation projects in church…
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