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.
Exchanging Pain for Joy
Family Bibles from American Bible Society were given out following a Dec. 14 dinner at City of Refuge, Atlanta, Georgia.Dorothy Reece is no stranger to violence. For 6 years her boyfriend abused her. Late night arguments would turn into beatings and Dorothy would be forced to leave her house. But her boyfriend always found her and for fear of his…
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One Teen at a Time
Through Journeys, God's Word can be delivered by SMS and a variety of other methods such as e-mail and audio.“The next generation will be God's tool for shaping the world,” said David Kinnaman, president of The Barna Research Group, at the Embodying Hope dinner hosted by American Bible Society and World magazine in September. “And our job is to care…
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Near the Heart of Urban Youth
Detail of an illustration by Ronald Pichardo from Elementz of Life™, issue No. 6. Photo of Heath Evans courtesy of Heath Evans.Tonya Wilder-Butts is a woman with vision. As editor-in-chief of Elementz of Life™ magazine, she goes after stories that will minister deeply to her audience — the young and urban. The magazine, published by American Bible Society, is geared…
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The Least of These
Bible Sunday toolkitRegular encounters with God through the Scriptures is the catalyst for significant personal life change. Bible Sunday: The Least of These is an essential tool for church congregations to begin their own habits of daily engagement with Scripture. Bible Sunday takes churches on a 40-day journey on the theme of poverty and justice. The Bible Sunday toolkit provides…
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Introducing James Puchy
Chaplain (COL) James J. PuchyChaplain (COL) James J. Puchy, now retired from the Pentagon where he served as the Commandant of the Army Chief of Chaplains' Office, is executive director of American Bible Society's Armed Services Ministry.Chaplain Puchy is uniquely positioned to respond to the complex realities brought about by the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. He will shepherd a…
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Home for the Holidays Tour
Shelley Breen, Leigh Cappillino and Denise Jones met while in college at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Ark. They decided to create Christian music together, and Point of Grace was born.Nineteen years later, the group is still going strong. They've been nominated for two Grammy awards, sold 6 million albums and earned 24 consecutive No. 1 singles. In addition, they've…
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