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Bible Gateway Announces the Most Popular Bible Verse of 2018

THIS IS THE MOST POPULAR VERSE IN 2 BILLION PAGEVIEWS DURING 2018 ON BIBLE GATEWAY

Out of more than 2 billion pageviews conducted by visitors to Bible Gateway during 2018, the most popular verse for the year was Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This verse ranked second in 2016 to John 3:16. 

The most popular keyword searched for on Bible Gateway during the year was “love” in English (a repeat of 2016).

English was the language of choice for users, followed by Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, and French (44% of our visitors were from outside the USA). People visited BibleGateway.com from a total of 241 countries or territories, including Vatican City, Israel, China, Vietnam, and Cuba. The top 10 countries visitors came from were the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Australia, Philippines, South Africa, Argentina, and Brazil.

More women than men used Bible Gateway this year; visitors aged 25-34 were the largest age group; and people mostly used mobile, followed by desktop and tablet, to access the Bible on Bible Gateway. 

This year Bible Gateway launched the free Bible Gateway Bible Audio App, continued to enjoy an increasing membership in Bible Gateway Plus, and celebrated our 25th anniversary. 

Top 10 Bible Verses for 2018 on Bible Gateway

2. John 3:16 — For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (#1 in 2016)
3. Philippians 4:13 — I can do all this through him who gives me strength. (#3 in 2016)
4. Romans 8:28 — And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (#5 in 2016)
5. Psalm 23:4 — Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (#4 in 2016)
6. Romans 12:2 — Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. (#12 in 2016)
7. Psalm 23:6 — Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. (#7 in 2016)
8. Psalm 23:1 — The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. (#6 in 2016)
9. Psalm 23:5 — You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. (#8 in 2016)
10. Matthew 6:33 — But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. (#19 in 2016)

Top 10 most popular keywords searched on Bible Gateway during 2018

2. peace (#3 in 2016)
3. faith (#2 in 2016)
4. joy (#5 in 2016)
5. hope (#4 in 2016)
6. heart (#16 in 2016)
7. pray (#18 in 2016)
8. holy spirit (#7 in 2016)
9. prayer (#6 in 2016)
10. spirit (not in the top 25 in 2016)

The top 10 Scripture passages searched for on Bible Gateway in 2018 were:

1. Psalm 91
2. Psalm 23
3. Genesis 1
4. 1 Corinthians 13
5. Romans 8
6. John 1
7. Psalm 27
8. Matthew 5
9. Psalm 1
10. Matthew 6

Learn more at BibleGateway.com 

Check out what YouVersion show as their Most Popular Bible Verse of 2018

Press release compliments of Bible Gateway.

YouVersion Bible App announces most popular Bible verse of 2018

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