2026 Bible Reading Resolutions Surge Amidst Cultural Instability

Rising Interest in Bible Reading

• 📈 Bible sales saw an 11% increase in 2025, with over 18 million copies sold, surpassing a 20-year high.
• 🎯 Data indicates a significant surge in people committing to reading the entire Bible in 2026, a goal previously achieved by only 13-20% of Americans.

Reasons for the Trend

• 🌍 The increase is attributed to growing cultural instability and societal erosion, leading people to seek ancient, unchanging truths.
• 💡 Many are looking for something eternally true as foundations of society are perceived to be weakening.

Challenges and Consistency

• 📉 Despite the surge in commitment, finishing a year-long Bible reading plan remains challenging, with an estimated only one in five participants completing it.
• 📖 Reading scripture four or more times a week is identified as the biggest predictor of spiritual growth, emphasizing consistency over perfection.
• 📚 A daily commitment of just four chapters can enable completion of the Bible within a year.

Church Initiatives and Personal Growth

• 🤝 Churches like Brentwood Baptist are implementing structured plans, such as the 'Read and Remain' campaign, to foster congregational consistency.
• ✨ Even long-time readers find new insights, with one member stating, "God shows me something new every time."

Embracing Spiritual Wrestling

• 🧠 The journey of reading scripture can involve spiritual wrestling with unfamiliar or difficult passages.
• 💬 Participants are encouraged to bring their wrestling to the Lord, as God is capable of handling any challenges presented.
• ✅ The resolution is framed not just as checking a box, but as a year-long conversation with the potential to change a life.