Survey Question: “How often do you read the Bible?ˮ Bible Reading Frequency (All Surveyed Generations)
Frequency Category More than once a day
% of Respondents
15% 32% 28% 13%
Once a day
A few times a week A few times a month
Seldom
8% 4%
Never
Approximately three-quarters of respondents read Scripture weekly or more, but daily en- gagement remains low among younger respondents.
Analysis: While regular Bible reading remains a hallmark among adults over 30, Gen Z shows a marked decline. Data from Lifeway Research backs up this premise: Generationally, elders (48%) and boomers (46%) are more likely than Gen Xers (38%), millennials (33%), and members of Gen Z (30%) to use the Bible at least occasionally during the year. This gener- ational shift suggests that engagement is becoming more digital, sporadic, and fragmented. Our survey indicates that only 22% of Gen Z read the Bible daily. This data underscores a crisis of consistency. The decline in Bible reading mirrors the broader trend of declining trust in institutions. Our survey indicates that respondents who read the Bible frequently tend to report stronger trust in Scriptureʼs authority and greater moral confidence. To reverse this trend, ministries must create engaging, relatable Bible literacy programs—such as reading groups, gamified devotionals, and intergenerational study partnerships.
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