How to read the bible?

[Gizmo]

So I've never really read the bible except for maybe a couple of pages. What's the best way to read it? It's so big! Should I start with an audio book or app? If so what do people recommend?

 

[sunshine4Jesus]

I love U version as there are so many different bible reading plans on there

 

[tango]

If you've never really read it, I'd suggest starting with the gospels. Maybe read Mark first and then John. Then look at some of Paul's letters, and Acts. Once you've got a bit of a handle on the New Testament, look at some of the Old Testament and see how the OT points forward to what the NT describes.

 

[Lamb]

I would at least start with the beginning of Genesis. That way you KNOW exactly why we need a Savior, and then move onto the New Testament if you don't have time to go through too much else of the OT. I like the book of Romans because it really speaks about salvation.

 

[NewCreation435]

I make a list of all the books of the Bible and then make it a goal to read at least four chapters a day. I just mark them off as I go. Usually I start with the smaller books first. You can combine books or do one book at a time. If you do that even if you miss some days you will read it through in less than a year

 

[jswauto]

What ever you do, get on a daily reading program. Apps work really good for that. They send over scriptures everyday and you read them. A lot of them have little mini Bible studies about the scriptures of the day. That way you develop a daily reading habit. Most all Bible reading apps and programs will complete the entire Bible in one year. Usually around 2 chapters per day to accomplish that.

When you adopt a plan like that, you habitually read the Bible everyday, which is one of the greatest habits ever. You will find that habit to be life changing!