How do I read the Bible?

Quick answer

Start in the Gospels to meet Jesus, then read steadily through whole books with prayer — looking for what God is showing about himself, his story, and your life.

A good first plan is to read the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), then add an Old Testament book and a New Testament epistle in rotation.

Slow is better than fast. Read with prayer; read a paragraph more than once; ask: what does this say about God, about us, and about how I should live?

Reading in community helps: a small group, a friend, or even a study Bible adds perspectives you would miss alone.

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Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06-07. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.