Today’s guest post comes to us from evangelicalfocus.com. 

The verse reads, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”, which is what the Lord told him when they enter into the promised land, and God asked him just before to fulfil His law and not turn away from Him.

The YouVersion Bible App pointed out that this verse “was shared, bookmarked and highlighted on its platform more than any other this year”.

Bobby Gruenewald, YouVersion founder and pastor at Life Church, said in a statement released Tuesday that “this year’s data shows people worldwide are continuing to turn to the Bible in search of comfort, encouragement, and hope”.

“We’re humbled that ten years after its release, people continue to use the YouVersion Bible App in record numbers to connect with God’s Word”, he added.

The YouVersion founder believed that “this generation is on pace to become the most Bible-engaged generation ever, and the Church should keep investing in new technologies to help adults and children connect with the Bible”.

“Many of us grew up with the ability to read the Bible in our heart language, but countless people around the world don’t have that privilege”, Gruenewald continued. “That’s why we’re passionate about making the Bible available in more languages through the app”, he concluded.

Last year, the most popular verse globally was Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go”.

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Nelson Searcy is an experienced church growth strategist, pastor, church planter and coach, consulting with churches around the world. As founder of Church Leader Insights and the Renegade Pastors Network, he has personally trained more than 3,500 church leaders in over 45 denominations through live events, seminars and monthly coaching. Nelson is also the Founding and Lead Pastor of The Journey Church, with locations across New York City and in Boca Raton, FL. Nelson and his church routinely appear on lists such as “The 50 Most Influential Churches” and “The 25 Most Innovative Leaders.” He is the author of over 100 church growth resources and 18+ books, including The Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Life, Ministry and The Difference Maker: Using Your Everyday Life for Eternal Impact, and At the Cross with the People Who Were There. He and his wife, Kelley, have one son, Alexander.