đź“– 1-Year In-Depth Bible Reading Plan with Reflection Questions
Time Commitment: 30+ minutes per day
Goals:
– Grow closer to God
– Understand the Bible better
– Strengthen faith
– Learn to share the gospel
This structured plan will take you through the entire Bible in one year, focusing on deep study, prayer, and application. It follows a balanced approach, reading from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs daily, so you get a broad yet deep understanding of Scripture.
How the Plan Works
Each day includes:
1. Old Testament Reading (God’s story from creation to Israel’s journey)
2. New Testament Reading (Jesus’ life, teachings, and the early church)
3. Psalm or Proverb (For wisdom, prayer, and worship)
4. Daily Reflection Question (To help you apply God’s Word)
Months 1-3: Foundations of Faith
Focus: Creation, God’s covenant with Israel, Jesus’ life and ministry.
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đź“– Month 1: The Beginning
• Old Testament: Genesis, Exodus 1-20
• New Testament: Matthew, Mark
• Psalms/Proverbs: Psalms 1-30, Proverbs 1-10
• Key Question: How do I see God’s plan for salvation unfolding from the beginning?
📖 Month 2: God’s Law & Jesus’ Teachings
• Old Testament: Exodus 21-40, Leviticus, Numbers
• New Testament: Luke
• Psalms/Proverbs: Psalms 31-60, Proverbs 11-20
• Key Question: How does Jesus fulfill the Old Testament law?
đź“– Month 3: The Journey of Faith
• Old Testament: Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges
• New Testament: John, Acts 1-10
• Psalms/Proverbs: Psalms 61-90, Proverbs 21-31
• Key Question: What does obedience to God look like in my daily life?
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Months 4-6: Growth and Strengthening Faith
Focus: Learning from Israel’s history, the wisdom books, and the spread of the gospel.
đź“– Month 4: Trusting God in All Circumstances
• Old Testament: Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel
• New Testament: Acts 11-28
• Psalms/Proverbs: Psalms 91-120, Proverbs 1-10
• Key Question: How can I trust God even when life is uncertain?
đź“– Month 5: Wisdom and Worship
• Old Testament: 1 & 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles
• New Testament: Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians
• Psalms/Proverbs: Psalms 121-150, Proverbs 11-20
• Key Question: How do I apply biblical wisdom to my daily decisions?
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đź“– Month 6: Prophets and Perseverance
• Old Testament: 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther
• New Testament: Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 21-31
• Key Question: How does God remain faithful even when His people fall away?
Months 7-9: Deepening Understanding & Sharing Faith
Focus: Prophets, major teachings of Jesus, and the role of the Church.
📖 Month 7: God’s Justice & Mercy
• Old Testament: Job, Isaiah 1-39
• New Testament: Colossians, 1 & 2 Thessalonians
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 1-10
• Key Question: How does God’s justice and mercy shape how I live?
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📖 Month 8: God’s Promises & The Church’s Mission
• Old Testament: Isaiah 40-66, Jeremiah
• New Testament: 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 11-20
• Key Question: How can I boldly share my faith in everyday life?
đź“– Month 9: Strengthening the Church & My Faith
• Old Testament: Lamentations, Ezekiel
• New Testament: Hebrews, James, 1 & 2 Peter
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 21-31
• Key Question: What does it mean to truly live by faith?
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Months 10-12: Preparing for Eternity
Focus: Prophecies, end times, and standing firm in faith.
📖 Month 10: God’s Final Warnings & Encouragement
• Old Testament: Daniel, Hosea, Joel, Amos
• New Testament: 1, 2 & 3 John, Jude
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 1-10
• Key Question: How do I prepare my heart for Jesus’ return?
đź“– Month 11: Revelation & Final Encouragement
• Old Testament: Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi
• New Testament: Revelation 1-11
• Psalms/Proverbs: Selected Psalms, Proverbs 11-20
• Key Question: How does the promise of eternity shape my daily life?
📖 Month 12: God’s Final Victory & My Mission
• Old Testament: Reflection on God’s Story
• New Testament: Revelation 12-22
• Psalms/Proverbs: Reflection on God’s promises
• Key Question: How will I apply what I have learned to share the gospel?
đź“ť How to Get the Most from This Plan
– Pray before reading – Ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom.
– Take notes – Write down key insights, questions, and personal applications.
– Memorize key Scriptures – Choose 1 verse per week.
– Apply what you learn – Ask, “How does this change how I live?”
– Discuss with others – Share insights with a friend, mentor, or small group.
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Last modified: February 19, 2025
