With the Rise of Digital Media, iBIBLE is Leading a Trend in Making Scripture Accessible and Engaging for a New Generation
In a testament to the growing demand for digital and visual engagement with Scripture, RevelationMedia has announced that its innovative iBIBLE app has surpassed 100,000 downloads across 192 countries since its Easter launch on March 31, 2024.
The iBIBLE app is pioneering a new way to experience the Bible, offering the world’s first visual and interactive presentation of the entire biblical narrative, from Genesis to Revelation, as a unified story. Currently, the app features 42 episodes covering the full book of Genesis and a nine-minute animated video, “The Real Story of Jesus.” Once complete, iBIBLE will include approximately 280 episodes, available for translation into over 7,000 languages worldwide.
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“This milestone of reaching 100,000 downloads demonstrates the hunger for a visual, digital, and interactive Bible,” said Steve Cleary, President and Founder of RevelationMedia. “Visual, digital content is the new heart language of younger generations. Their culture and identity are being defined by what they engage with on their phones. While there is still a great need for print Bibles, we believe it is critical to embrace the opportunities to communicate with the next generation about God’s Word in their new heart language. That is our goal with iBIBLE.”
Since its launch, iBIBLE users have logged over 6,000 hours of watch time and interacted with the app’s resources, including quizzes and family discipleship materials, more than 30,000 times.
Reaching Families With God’s Word
“We praise God for this progress in leading families into deeper study of God’s Word together,” added Cleary. “We believe the next generation is yearning for the truth found in Scripture and pray iBIBLE will continue to be used as an amazing tool to instill a love for and curiosity about the Bible among today’s youth.”
Ensuring scriptural accuracy, each iBIBLE video script is endorsed by SIL International Translation Services, a leading authority on Bible translations. iBIBLE is the first animated series certified as an authentic translation of the biblical narrative.
In an era where digital media is reshaping how we consume content, the iBIBLE app has emerged as a trailblazer, surpassing 100,000 downloads in record time. Launched on Easter 2024, iBIBLE is at the forefront of a growing trend that combines technology with spiritual engagement, reflecting a broader shift towards interactive and visual ways of experiencing the Bible.
Countering Rampant Social Media Use
Excessive social media use has been linked to issues such as decreased attention spans, heightened anxiety, and disrupted sleep patterns. The constant influx of curated images, comparison trap, and updates can create unrealistic expectations and contribute to feelings of inadequacy. Furthermore, the addictive nature of social media can lead to diminished face-to-face interactions and a reduction in overall life satisfaction. Faith-based apps and media aim to curve this trend and reach an unreached generation.
As younger generations increasingly turn to their devices for information and entertainment, the demand for high-quality, family friendly digital and visual forms of Scripture is soaring. This growing trend highlights a significant cultural shift. Digital media is becoming the preferred language of communication for today’s youth, who seek meaningful content in formats that resonate with their digital lives.
iBIBLE’s success is a testament to this shift, demonstrating how innovative technology can enhance spiritual growth and make the Bible more accessible than ever before. Download the app on Apple and Google Play.