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Scripture Engagement Essentials

Research

State of the Bible 2019

Research conducted among U.S. adults
Barna Group (2019)
This report contains the findings from a nationwide study in the United States, commissioned by the American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Group. Here are some of the findings: One in six adults (16%) reports using the Bible every…
Richard
April 22, 2019
Advocacy

A Peculiar Glory

How the Christian Scriptures Reveal Their Complete Truthfulness
John Piper (2016)
God has provided a way for all people, not just scholars, to know that the Bible is the Word of God. God’s peculiar glory shines through his Word. The Spirit of God enlightens the eyes of our hearts. And in…
Richard
March 5, 2019
Advocacy

The Word Among Us

Scripture Engagement in IFES
Sabine Kalthof et al. (2015)
"How can we make sure that each new generation of students loves, studies, lives and shares God’s Word?" A team of IFES staff produced a booklet with this purpose in mind. It contains two resources, which can be used independently…
Richard
October 25, 2018
DigitalEvangelismStrategic PlanningTraining

Kingdom Training

Kingdom.Training is an online training hub that equips disciple makers to accelerate movements through effective use of media. There is a focus on media to movements, social media and internet marketing. Courses include: Media to Disciple Making Movements: Strategy Development…
Richard
October 5, 2018
Advocacy

American Bible Society Blog

American Bible Society
On the American Bible Society blog, you can find articles on topics of Bible engagement. Articles relating to Scripture engagement include: How to get your whole church reading the Bible The most important factors in increasing Bible engagement How to…
Richard
February 21, 2018
AdvocacyDiscipleshipStrategic Planning

Interagir avec la Parole de Dieu pour la Vie

Construire des ponts à travers l’interaction avec la Bible et le discipolat
Bettina Gottschlich-Modibale (2017)
"Bible translation and Scripture engagement play a role in liberating a people to understand their value, role, and destiny according to the Word of God and to embrace it to glorify God, to transform nations and make disciples." In this…
Richard
December 20, 2017
ResearchYoung People

The Bible Reading of Young Evangelicals

An Exploration of the Ordinary Hermeneutics and Faith of Generation Y
Ruth Perrin (2016)
From the book’s description: "Young evangelicals in Britain often find themselves at odds with an increasingly secular society, and yet the tradition persists and in some places flourishes. Sociological studies into the faith of this demographic group are rare, yet…
Richard
October 6, 2017
Research

State of the Bible 2017

Research conducted by Barna Group (2017)
"Americans believe the nation is in moral decline, but they see hope for change in the pages of Scripture, according to the 2017 State of the Bible survey." The "State of the Bible" is an annual report commissioned by American…
Richard
April 26, 2017
ResearchYoung People

The Bible According to Gen Z

Help Your Young People Enjoy Life with the Bible
Adrian Blenkinsop (2013)
"The Bible According to Gen Z" is a collection of essays from Australia on encouraging Bible engagement among young people. It includes research results and analysis, together with responses from youth leaders and case studies. Here are some selected quotes:…
Richard
September 28, 2016
Research

The Bible in America

Mapping Bible Engagement Across a Changing Culture
From the Publisher's description: The Bible in America is a multiyear survey of attitudes toward and perceptions of the Bible, set against the backdrop of a changing cultural landscape. Commissioned by American Bible Society, Barna researchers have conducted more than…
Richard
September 15, 2016