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.
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New Devotional Book Ministers to Military Wives
American Bible Society is helping launch a new devotional book for military wives. “Journey of a Military Wife: God’s Truth for Every Step” was written by Brenda Pace, a military wife for 28 years. “Everybody has assignments they don’t like,” says Pace. “But often those are the very places where we see God’s faithfulness the most.”The devotions cover a whole…
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After Her Son Died in Combat, a Grieving Mother Found Strength in the Bible
Chaplain Michael Avery’s* truck rumbled up to the National Cemetery around 8 a.m. A handful of people were already roaming the vast cemetery to participate in Wreaths Across America—a ceremony that honors fallen heroes by decorating their gravestones with Christmas wreaths.As Chaplain Avery strolled the grounds, he noticed a woman standing alone in the grass. Sensing that something was wrong,…
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New Website Brings the Bible to Troops Overseas
A new website allows U.S. military members and their families to interact with God’s Word together online. On the site, troops can read through the popular Military Bible Challenge reading plan and discuss Scripture with family and friends in an online discussion group. For troops deployed to the far corners of the world, the website provides the support of a…
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National Update Winter 2014
ABC Documentary Features Bible-based Trauma Healing Around the world 1 in 7 people suffer the trauma of war, abuse and natural disaster. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the number is even higher. The new documentary Hope Rising: Stories of Trauma and Healing , which will air on local ABC stations throughout the country, tells the stories of…
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Separated Lives
Vanessa,* the wife of an Army soldier, is an unrecognized hero. She doesn’t wear a uniform or medals. She isn’t greeted with words of thanks while out in the community. Like so many military spouses, she maintains order on the home front through her strong belief in the values her husband defends. She bears sacrifices and unimaginable stress, often alone…
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Healing the Wounds of War
“If you are tired from carrying heavy burdens, come to me and I will give you rest. Take the yoke I give you. Put it on your shoulders and learn from me. I am gentle and humble, and you will find rest. This yoke is easy to bear, and this burden is light.” — Matthew 11:28-30 (CEV) When John* entered…
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