Faith
Bible Curiosity Surges Among UK Youth
Faith Facts
- Bible sales in the UK rose by 134% in 2025, reaching £6.3 million.
- Over 140,000 Gospels were shared across the UK by Hope Together’s Great Gospel Giveaway.
- A majority of Gen Z now identify as spiritual, showing increased openness to faith.
A dramatic increase in Bible sales and spiritual inquiry among young adults is prompting British church leaders to stand ready for new opportunities. The landscape is shifting as more youth seek Scripture, many without prior church involvement.
“For years, we have lived under a narrative of decline, and now we have to readjust our thinking and practice to live in this new, hopeful world of growth,” said Rachel Jordan-Wolf, executive director of Hope Together.
Recent research indicates spiritual interest is growing among the younger generation, challenging the notion that Christianity is fading in the UK. The Belief in Britain report showed 54% identified as Christian, a rise from recent census numbers.
“The Church in the UK is not in decline – I repeat, the Church in the UK is not in decline,” affirmed Ms Jordan-Wolf.
Churches are actively distributing the Gospel to meet this rising hunger for truth, placing free Gospels in public spaces through Hope Together’s initiatives. These practical acts remove barriers and make Scripture more accessible to seekers.
Christian bookshops witness young people searching for truth, inspired by a new longing for God’s Word. Ms Jordan-Wolf encourages congregations to be prepared: “Let’s be ready when someone says, ‘I don’t really know what I’m looking for … but I need a Bible.’”
Hope Together continues equipping churches for outreach, empowering Christians to meet this moment in faith, and recognizing God’s movement in a new generation. Now is the time for the Body of Christ to answer the call and share the hope of the Gospel with those seeking God’s truth and love.