Faith
Young Americans Ignite Bible Reading Revival
Faith Facts
- Barna’s latest report shows 42% of US adults now read the Bible weekly, a notable rise from last year’s record low.
- Millennials and Gen Z are at the forefront, with weekly Bible engagement climbing to 50% and 49% respectively.
- Younger men now outpace women in Bible reading for the first time in recent studies.
Across the nation, a renewal in Bible reading is under way, led by younger generations seeking spiritual truth and solid footing.
Barna’s recent findings highlight a surge in weekly Scripture reading, especially among Millennials and Gen Z, reversing long-standing trends.
“2025 is showing a major rebound of Bible reading, along with a surge in usage among younger generations. This aligns with other signs of spiritual interest and reinforces the finding that Christian faith and practice are experiencing a reset moment.”
Young men are emerging as faithful Bible readers, surpassing young women for the first time, marking a profound shift in spiritual habits.
Barna’s research also notes that many young adult women report declining religious affiliation, revealing a need for encouragement and support from families and churches.
“Women generally have been more religiously active than men. But now, younger men emerge as the most frequent Bible readers. Also, there was a bigger post-pandemic bounce in men’s reading than in women’s usage.”
While more Americans are opening the Bible, belief in its complete accuracy continues to be a challenge, particularly for younger generations navigating a world in search of truth.
“Engagement is outpacing conviction. People are opening the Bible more often, but they’re still wrestling with what they believe about it. That gap between reading and trusting is worth paying attention to.”
This revival offers great hope for America’s spiritual future, reminding us of the power of God’s Word to guide individuals, families, and communities back to His design.
Let us pray that this renewed hunger for Scripture turns into living faith, and let us commit to nurturing conviction and biblical literacy in the next generation.