More Americans are picking up the Bible in 2025, especially young adults and men. The latest numbers show a clear shift. Bible use jumped from 38% to 41% this year – that’s 10 million more adults reading Scripture outside church at least three times yearly. Men closed the gender gap with a 19% surge in Bible use, while millennials led all groups with a 29% spike.
Young people are driving this change. Gen Z’s Scripture engagement rose from 11% to 15% in one year. Millennials climbed from 12% to 17%. These groups used to trail older generations in Bible interaction. Now they’re showing fresh curiosity about faith. Over half of Americans admit they want to read the Bible more but struggle to make time.
Dr. John Plake of the American Bible Society calls this a “golden moment” for churches. He says the hunger for truth exists – now believers must answer with clear Bible teaching and creative outreach. The data suggests many are tired of empty cultural trends and seeking timeless answers. Black Christians continue setting the pace, with 28% engaged in Scripture compared to 16% of white believers.
This turnaround follows years of decline. Bible engagement hit record lows in 2024 before this unexpected rebound. Researchers see it as part of a larger search for meaning among younger generations. Nearly 60% of Americans still say the Bible has too little influence on society. Those diving into Scripture report higher hope levels and stronger community ties.
The challenge now? Turning temporary interest into lasting faith. Churches face pressure to provide authentic teaching while addressing modern struggles. With 51% of Americans wanting more Bible time, leaders have a narrow window to meet this spiritual hunger. The message is clear – in uncertain times, many are rediscovering the Bible’s power to anchor lives.
