The American Bible Society recently released their 2026 State of the Bible report. Their survey found that American Bible literacy is well below the desired percentage. When respondents were asked if they had ever read the entire Bible, only 17% of Americans said yes, and only 48% said they had read half. In an article from the Washington Stand, journalist Joshua Arnold recommends Bible reading plans to help Americans increase their biblical literacy.

God’s Word is a powerful tool that has been foundational to the founding of our nation. All Americans, whether they are Christians or not, should take the time to study and understand the Bible. As Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit…”