In this video and blog post, I want to talk about a quiet revival? Why Bible sales are rising in the UK. Something very interesting is happening in the United Kingdom right now, and it’s not the usual doom-and-gloom headline.
According to recent reporting (including an article in The Guardian, and also covered elsewhere), Bible sales in the UK have surged. The figures being discussed are striking: millions of Bibles sold, and a significant rise compared with recent years. Whether someone reads The Guardian or not, it is hard to ignore the fact that even secular media outlets are noticing a renewed interest in the “Good Book”.
So what’s going on? Are we seeing the early signs of a quiet revival?
Why This Matters
For a long time, many people have assumed the UK is moving further and further away from Christianity. Yet beneath the surface, there appears to be a hunger for something deeper than politics, entertainment, and “living for the weekend”.
Many people have watched governments promise the earth and deliver very little. Others have tried the modern route of “finding yourself”, only to discover that self-focused living often leads to more emptiness, not less. And then, in moments of honesty, the same thought returns:
There must be more to life than this.
That question is often the beginning of a journey back to God.
Are Young People Searching for Truth?
One part of the story that stands out is the suggestion that younger people are among those driving this renewed interest. They have grown up in a world of constant noise: social media, influencers, endless opinions, and cultural confusion. Many of them are realising that “the latest thing” doesn’t satisfy the soul.
It should not surprise Christians that people eventually start looking for truth that is solid, unchanging, and trustworthy. God’s Word has always been that anchor.
If you want a post that encourages Bible reading and explains why it matters, you may also like this:
What the Bible Says About Hunger for God’s Word
In the video, I shared several scriptures that speak directly into this moment. They are worth revisiting here.
Amos 8:11 — A Famine of Hearing God’s Word
Amos prophesied a time when there would be a famine—not of food or water—but of hearing the words of the Lord. When a nation becomes spiritually dry, people eventually begin searching for living water again.
Romans 10:17 — Faith Comes by Hearing
The Bible is clear: faith is not something we manufacture through effort or emotion. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. That is one reason simply attending church occasionally is not enough. We need God’s Word in our lives daily.
Isaiah 55:11 — God’s Word Will Not Return Void
This verse is one of the most encouraging promises in Scripture. God’s Word accomplishes what He intends. That means when people begin reading the Bible again, we should expect fruit. Seeds planted in hearts do not remain dormant forever.
If you would like a broader article on revival from a biblical perspective, here are two related posts on A Countryman’s View:
- Revival Is Happening – A Move of God in Our Time
- Revival in Westminster – A Powerful Move of God in the UK
More Than Information: We Need Relationship
Owning a Bible is wonderful. Reading the Bible is even better. But Christianity is not just about collecting information—it is about knowing a Person: the Lord Jesus Christ.
We need prayer. We need daily fellowship with God. We need the Holy Spirit leading us into truth, not just religious habits.
If you want a short devotional-style post that encourages daily purpose and spiritual focus, you might find this helpful:
A Word About Britain, Truth, and the Direction of the Nation
I also believe the moral and spiritual foundations of this country matter. When a nation drifts away from biblical truth, the consequences eventually show up in society. Confusion increases. Division increases. And people feel it.
Yet in the midst of that, the good news is this: God is still drawing people. The gospel is still powerful. And the Bible is still the Word of God, whether the culture approves of it or not.
You may also appreciate this related post about standing for truth in today’s Britain:
How to Become a Christian
If you are reading this and you are not a Christian, but you can sense that God is drawing you, I want to be clear: you can know Jesus personally. You can be forgiven. You can be born again. And you can begin a brand-new life with God.
If you want a clear, step-by-step explanation, I have written a full post here:
And if you are ready to respond to Jesus, you can pray something like this from the heart:
“Dear Lord Jesus, I acknowledge You as Lord and Saviour of my life. I repent of all my sins and I ask You today to take complete control of every aspect of my life. Amen.”
If you have prayed that sincerely, I would encourage you to tell someone, begin reading the Bible (start with the Gospel of John), and connect with Bible-believing Christians who will help you grow.
Final Thoughts
Bible sales rising does not automatically mean revival, but it does suggest something important: people are searching. And when people search for truth, many end up discovering what Christians have known all along—God’s Word is living, powerful, and full of hope.
Sometimes the biggest moves of God begin quietly. Like seed in the soil. And then, in time, the harvest appears.