By Kerry Knight, minister Emerald Beach Church of Christ
A 2025 report from the American Bible Society indicated that Bible use is rising, especially among young adults, who until recently were among the least likely to open a Bible at all.
According to State of the Bible: USA 2025, the percentage of U.S. adults who read the Bible (outside of church) at least three times a year increased from 38% to 41% in the last year. That’s roughly 10 million more adults engaging with Scripture—marking the first increase in Bible use since 2021.
The sharpest rise appears among millennials, where reported Bible use jumped by 29% in a single year. Gen Z also showed noticeable movement.
Maybe, just maybe, the masses are waking up to the fact that the Bible can change lives.
The book of Psalms is rich with encouraging, uplifting and life-changing scriptures. Let me mention just a few. Each of these passages are taken from Psalms 119:
“I remembered your judgments of old; O Lord, and have comforted myself” (Psalm 119:52).
“Oh how I love thy law! It is my meditation all the day” (Psalm 119:97)
“How sweet are your words to my taste; Sweeter than honey to my mouth” (Psalm 119:103).
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105).
“Your testimonies are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them” (Psalm 119:129).
These passages of scripture represent just a fraction of the precious ore that can be mined from the Bible. If you will make a habit of reading, studying and meditating upon the Word of God, you will be blessed beyond belief. It will give you answers that you have been waiting for.
