How many times have you read the Bible…THE WHOLE BIBLE? According to the study, The Books Americans Are Reading – And What That Reveals About Us, 1 in 5 of all American adults have read the entire Bible. New Testament scholar Scot Mcknight wrote in 2010 that he suspects only 25% of church members have read the Bible cover to cover. It’s hard to know the exact percentage since very little research has been done but it is a fascinating question. The Bible instructs us to not only be hearers of the Word but doers as well. (James 1:22) But how can we do that if we do not read it? Below are five studies to help you read the Bible in a year so you know what it says and why it says it.
Read Me Next! – Where To Start Reading The Bible
The Bible Recap
The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble follows a chronological reading plan that comes in several forms: book, podcast, and video. Tara provides short daily recaps of the day’s reading in a casual and easy-to-understand way. This is a great plan to invite others to as you engage in the online community. Start The Bible Recap here!
The Bible Study
The Bible Study by Zach Windahl is a year-long study written to help simplify the Word. It includes two beautiful books that explore both the Old and New Testaments, providing a roadmap of what to read and how to break it down. Get it on Amazon!
The Bible In A Year
The Bible In A Year by Kandi Gallaty is a guided scripture reading journey for women. This one-year study walks you through key passages in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Five days a week, you’ll engage with daily devotionals, interactive questions, and scripture memorization. Get it on Amazon!
The One Year Bible
The One Year Bible reading plan from The Bible App is a free 365-day plan provided by Tyndale House Publishers. It is the world’s most popular annual reading plan. Get the app here!
Eden To Eternity
Eden to Eternity is the ultimate year-long Bible study bundle by The Daily Grace Co. This study chronologically walks you through the Bible in 365 days. This four-volume series highlights how the Bible unfolds from creation to Revelation. Also included is a journal bundle, Bible study handbook, ESV Study Bible, and muted pastel highlighters. Get your bundle here!
God Is The Word
How can we profess to serve a God, follow a God, and love a God we do not know? We know God when we read and study His Word. Jesus says that His sheep know His voice. (John 10:27) He speaks to us on every page of the Bible.
This is the time of year when many people begin thinking about their New Year Resolutions. While every day is a great day to begin something new, reading the whole Bible from start to finish is a great goal to set for next year. But start today. Open God’s Word. Meditate on His holy Scriptures. Allow Him to transform your heart.
But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.
With Love,
Tamara
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Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
