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We know the Bible can seem like a daunting book so here is some help to get started.
Here is a little background on the Bible:
Here is a little background on the Bible:
IntrototheBible.pdfStart with the book of Genesis:
Start with the book of Genesis:
Download and print the following reading plan.
Keep a notebook with you while you are reading.
Jot down a summary of what you have read, a list of people and who they are or what they did, any questions that may come to mind, or anything else that you think of.
Feel free to contact us if you have a question you cannot find an answer to.
genesis.pdfWhen you have finished reading Genesis you will have a good foundation for reading and understanding the rest of the Bible. You will have noticed that this reading plan skips some chapters. This is because this reading plan is an introduction to the main themes of the Bible and not a comprehensive reading plan - it will give you a give overview which will make it easier to read through the whole Bible later on.
Next up is reading from Exodus to Esther...
Next up is reading from Exodus to Esther...
where you will find the beginnings of the nation of Israel, through it's establishment as a Kingdom, division into two kingdoms, Israel and Judah, and the end of the both, with the resulting captivity of God's people, and then a return.
Download and print the following reading plan:
exodus.pdfNext up is reading from Job to Song of Solomon...
Next up is reading from Job to Song of Solomon...
These are the wisdom books of the Bible. You may find a lot of helpful information in these books!
Download and print the following reading plan:
job.pdfNext up is reading from Isaiah to Malachi...
Next up is reading from Isaiah to Malachi...
These are the words of the prophets. Some are of the readings are hopeful, some are sad. They all were written during the time that the kingdoms of Israel and Judah existed and as they were destroyed, and the people dispersed, and then given the opportunity to return and rebuild.
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isaiah.pdfThis brings you to the end of the Old Testament and a period of 400 silent years although there was plenty happening. During this time the Persian empire came to an end and the Grecian Empire began with Alexander the Great. The Macabees revolted and set up a small independent Jewish state which ended when it was conquered by Pompey bringing it under the authority of Rome.
Next up is reading from the Gospels to Acts...
Next up is reading from the Gospels to Acts...
This is the story of Jesus and the beginning of the Christian church.
Download and print the following reading plan:
gospels.pdfFinish off by reading from Romans to Revelation...
Finish off by reading from Romans to Revelation...
This is a collection of letters written by various leaders in the Christian church, and a final word from Jesus in a revelation to John.
Download and print the following reading plan:
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