The Word of God has always been central to the people of God.
As the newly-formed nation of Israel was about to cross the Jordan to enter the land Yahweh was giving to them, Moses gave them a command, that at the end of every seven years they were to gather so that someone could read the whole of Scripture over them. The goal was so that everyone, “men, women, and little ones, and the sojourner within [their] towns [would] hear and learn to fear the Lord [their] God, and be careful to do all the words of this law” (Deuteronomy 31:12). At Red Mountain, we began to dream: what would that be like for us to establish that rhythm in our community? What might Yahweh do in and through us if we, as a community, read the whole of God’s Word together?
We believe that God’s Word informs and instructs our actions and heart posture towards God, ourselves and others. Our world is tumultuous and increasingly distancing itself from God. God’s Word is the only thing that remains constant. By knowing what His Word says, we can hold onto hope and truth in the midst of chaos and encourage others to new life in Him.
This reading plan is designed in such a way that you will read two or three chapters a day, as well as a Psalm. By the end of the year, you’ll have meditated upon the Psalms two and a half times. As the year progresses, we’ll provide helpful videos on difficult passages of Scripture. If you want to read ahead, feel free to do so. If you get out of habit, jump right back in and start at the current day. The goal is to spend time with God each day, so we encourage and challenge you to aim for that each day.
HOW TO USE THIS READING PLAN
You will find a variety of resources to aid you as you read through the Bible. Be sure to utilize each of these resources; they each provide something unique.
- Click on “Reading Plan” to access each day’s readings.
- The related content like overview videos or commentaries provide more in-depth insight into specific biblical books. You can watch and/or listen to those.
- If you ever have a question about something you have read or want to share how God has met you in His Word, share those in the “Ask a Question–Share a Story” section.
We hope these resources bless you as you spend time in God’s Word!
QUESTIONS TO GUIDE YOUR READING
In your day-to-day reading you might not get through all of these questions. That’s okay. They are mainly for use in our smaller groups. However, they can be helpful in your processing of the daily reading (specifically the first three questions).
- What is the theme of your reading (in ten words or less) and what is the key verse or passage that describes that theme?
- How is the Spirit speaking to you through this reading?
- How can you apply this passage to your life?
- Do you have any other thoughts, questions, or observations? If so, write them down.
- What are two other passages in the Bible that relate to your reading or to the theme?
- What attribute of God do you see in these verses and what is the primary verse that describes this attribute?
HOW TO USE THIS READING PLAN
You will find a variety of resources to aid you as you read through the Bible. Be sure to utilize each of these resources; they each provide something unique.
- Click on “Reading Plan” to access each day’s readings.
- The related content like overview videos or commentaries provide more in-depth insight into specific biblical books. You can watch and/or listen to those.
- If you ever have a question about something you have read or want to share how God has met you in His Word, share those in the “Ask a Question–Share a Story” section.
We hope these resources bless you as you spend time in God’s Word!
QUESTIONS TO GUIDE YOUR READING
In your day-to-day reading you might not get through all of these questions. That’s okay. They are mainly for use in our smaller groups. However, they can be helpful in your processing of the daily reading (specifically the first three questions).
- What is the theme of your reading (in ten words or less) and what is the key verse or passage that describes that theme?
- How is the Spirit speaking to you through this reading?
- How can you apply this passage to your life?
- Do you have any other thoughts, questions, or observations? If so, write them down.
- What are two other passages in the Bible that relate to your reading or to the theme?
- What attribute of God do you see in these verses and what is the primary verse that describes this attribute?
