How to Read the Bible in One Year

Who Was the Real Jesus?

For many of us, what we know about Jesus comes from childhood memories or maybe the last film we saw about Him.

But who is He—really? And what is God trying to say to you today?

The answer starts with one simple act: learning how to read the Bible in one year.

How to Read the Bible in One Year: A Simple Daily Plan

The Bible isn’t meant to overwhelm you. It’s not just a thick book full of strange names and ancient laws—it’s God’s living Word.

But to really understand what it’s saying, you need a plan.

That’s why we’ve put together a Bible reading plan that guides you through Scripture in bite-sized, daily portions.

“You will be changed and transformed if you read the Bible every day for a whole year.”

That’s not just a promise—it’s a lived experience.

What the Plan Looks Like

Each day of the month includes:

• One chapter from the New Testament

• One Psalm

• One passage from the Old Testament

It’s structured for balance—spiritual insight from Jesus’ life and teachings, the poetry and prayers of the Psalms, and the foundational history and wisdom of the Old Testament.

All in all? It’ll take about 10 minutes a day. Maybe 15 if you add a short time of prayer.

A Reading Routine That Works

Here’s what one of our leaders shared:

“First thing in the morning, I pour my coffee, open my Bible, and read. It changes me.”

The idea is simple:

• Pick a time that works for you (morning is great, but find your rhythm)

• Print the plan (you’ll find it on our website)

• Tape it inside your Bible cover, just like we do

• Keep a bookmark in your current spot

• Let God speak—daily

But What If I Don’t Understand It?

Don’t worry if you get confused or stuck. One of the early Church Fathers said:

“The Bible is so simple that like a river, a child can swim in it… but so deep that the largest elephant struggles to keep his head above water.”

That means you don’t need to grasp everything. Take what you do understand and let it shape your day. That’s enough.

Start with the New Testament and Psalms

If reading the entire Bible sounds like too much right now, here’s a great first step:

Read one chapter of the New Testament and one Psalm each day.

This alone will take you through the full New Testament and Psalms in a year—and it’ll already start transforming your life.

Ready to Begin?

You can download the Bible Reading Plan from our website today. Tape it inside your Bible. Set a reminder.

Start tomorrow morning.

And just… keep going.

Practical Takeaways:

• Download and print the Bible Reading Plan.

• Choose a daily time slot (morning is ideal).

• Read the New Testament + Psalms daily; add Old Testament if you can.

• Don’t stress if something doesn’t make sense—keep going.

• Journal or pray for a few minutes after reading.

Download and print the Bible Reading Plan