For many people, the hardest part is simply knowing where to start.

The Bible can feel big, intimidating, and hard to understand at first. You may open it wanting a deeper relationship with Jesus, only to feel unsure what to read or how to stay consistent.

But reading the Bible doesn’t have to be complicated.

You do not need to have perfect understanding or a long morning routine to begin spending time with God’s Word. Small, simple steps matter more than doing everything perfectly.

Over time, those quiet moments of reading Scripture begin to shape your heart, your faith, and even the atmosphere of your home.

If you’ve been wondering how to read the Bible when you don’t know where to start, I hope this post helps you begin simply and confidently.

If the Bible Feels Overwhelming, You’re Not Alone

Ready to start reading the Bible, but you don’t know where to start? I get it. I’ve been there, and so have many others before you.

With so many questions about where to begin, how long to read for, or which Bible version to read from, it’s no wonder it can be overwhelming.

The beautiful thing is, getting into God’s doesn’t have to be complicated, perfect, or look like everyone else’s routine you see online.

With a few simple suggestions below, getting into God’s Word will be less intimidating and slowly become part of your everyday life.

Start by Getting a Bible You Can Read Daily

For starters, purchase a physical Bible if you don’t own one yet.

There are many versions of the BIble, but I personally use an ESV. Some other good versions include the NIV, NKJV, and NLT. You can find some beautiful Bibles here.

All these versions have the same Biblical and historically accurate details, but with various changes in vocabulary.

For example, Proverbs 13:20 in the ESV says, “whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm”, whereas the NKJV says, “he who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed”.

Same same, but different.

Find a version you prefer and start from there.

Follow a Simple One-Year Chronological Bible Reading Plan

Next, follow a chronological one-year Bible reading plan.

This type of reading plan allows you, as the reader, to read the Bible in a way that puts all the events in chronological order. It helps connect the Old Testament to the New Testament and all the writings in between.

These reading plans also provide the verses to read each day and help keep you on track to complete the Bible in one year. There are lots of Bible reading plans available online today.

I’ve linked my personal chronological one-year Bible reading plan for you here.

Focus on Knowing Jesus, Not Just Finishing Chapters

Furthermore, getting into God’s Word daily isn’t just one more task added to your busy schedule.

It’s a time to build a relationship with Christ through His living Word.

Friend, you’ll never be able to read the Bible enough that you’ll understand everything.

You’ll never be able to read it enough that it will become boring.

And you’ll never be able to read it enough that it stops impacting your life.

The Bible is living and breathing, as Hebrews 4:12 tells us. It is continually changing you and growing you closer to God.

It continually renews your mind every time you read it- bringing you closer to Jesus.

How to Build a Simple and Consistent Bible Reading Routine

One of the biggest misconceptions about reading the Bible is that it has to look perfect to be meaningful.

But building a consistent Bible-reading routine is often much simpler than we make it.

It doesn’t have to mean waking up at 5 a.m. every morning or spending hours studying Scripture. In many seasons of life—especially motherhood—that may not be realistic.

Consistency is usually built through small, sustainable rhythms.

Maybe that looks like:

• reading your Bible while the kids slowly wake up for the day
• spending a few quiet minutes with Scripture before bed
• listening to the Bible while driving or folding laundry
• reading one chapter during nap time

The goal is not to create a perfect routine.

The goal is to spend time with Jesus through His Word regularly.

One thing that can help is attaching Bible reading to something you already do every day. For example:

• reading your Bible with your morning coffee
• reading before your kids wake up
• keeping your Bible near your bedside
• listening to Scripture during school drop-offs or errands

Small rhythms often become lasting habits over time.

And if you miss a day, don’t let it discourage you. Bible reading is not about performance or checking off a box. It’s about building a relationship with Jesus little by little, day by day.

A simple and consistent Bible reading routine will not always look impressive from the outside. But over time, those quiet moments in God’s Word begin to shape your heart, renew your mind, and strengthen your faith in everyday life.

Pray Before You Read the Bible Each Day

Before opening your Bible, take a moment to pray.

It doesn’t need to be long or complicated.

You can simply ask:

• “Lord, help me understand Your Word.”
• “Teach me more about who You are.”
• “Help me grow closer to You.”

Prayer helps shift our hearts from simply reading words on a page to truly seeking God through Scripture.

And the beautiful thing is that you do not have to understand everything immediately.

The Holy Spirit helps guide and teach us as we spend time in God’s Word. Sometimes a single verse can stay with you throughout the entire day and speak directly into a season you are walking through.

Prayer also reminds us that Bible reading is not about striving for perfection.

It is about a relationship.

You are spending time with Jesus, learning His character, hearing His truth, and allowing His Word to shape your everyday life.

Even small moments of Scripture and prayer matter more than you realize.

You Don’t Have to Read the Bible Perfectly to Start

Finally, the Bible is nourishment for our souls.

It breathes life into a broken spirit and makes a blind man see his sin.

Each moment you spend reading the Word, God becomes your source of peace, joy, comfort, safety, and protector from the evil one.

Know this- no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17 ) when you’re walking with the Lord and washing yourself with His living word.

Friend, God isn’t looking for perfection in your Bible-reading routine; He’s after your heart.

So, bring your mess, your sorrows, your joys, and your weary heart to your Bible studying each time.

God welcomes it all.

Let’s dig deeper

Resources made just for you…

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Bible Reading Plan

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Grab our chronological one-year Bible reading plan and find out who God is.

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Christian Resources

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Lockscreens

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Why Read Alouds?

Reading aloud isn’t just about storytelling—it’s about connection. It creates sacred moments where kids feel seen and loved. When we read stories that point to Jesus, we’re not just filling their minds—we’re shaping their hearts. Also, these moments plant seeds of truth, spark deeper conversations, and help our children see God’s love in a way that feels personal and real.

read-alouds that point kids to Jesus

One of the most beautiful gifts we can give our children is a love for Jesus and His Word. And while the Bible is our ultimate guide, there’s something special about curling up with a story that weaves Biblical truth into a child’s world, one page at a time. Whether it’s at bedtime, during homeschool, or snuggled on the couch on a rainy day, read-alouds are powerful tools for planting seeds of faith.

Here are 8 read-alouds that point kids to Jesus:

Book 1

The Jesus Storybook Bible

This is a wonderful BIble to start with little ones. It’s filled with beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand Biblical truth. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the Story unfolds, children will clearly see that Jesus is at the center of God’s great story of salvation—and at the center of their story too. My kids adored this Bible, and I even grew deeper in my faith and understanding of God’s truth because of this Bible.

Book 2

The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New

This book is rich with Biblical truth, while filled with abstract concepts from the Bible, but makes them easier to understand with the use of creative examples, illustrations, and analogies. My kids and I enjoy this book so much, and we use it during our homeschool time.

Book 3

Brave Girls

My oldest, who is seven, loved this read aloud. We would read it as a bedtime story, and each chapter was filled with so much Biblical truth and real-life application. The girls- Hope, Glory, Faith, Honor, and Gracie were each wonderful to dive into their stories and get to know God deeper, and how He makes ordinary girls like them strong and courageous! 

Book 4

The Armor of God 

All my kids (ages 4, 6, and 10) enjoy this read-aloud on Ephesians 6:10-18. The book does a wonderful job teaching kids about the protective armor of God and how they can apply this Biblical principle. It’s filled with real-life applications and beautiful illustrations.

Book 5

The Wonder of Creation

This is a wonderful read-aloud that we use during homeschool. Each of the 100 devotions features a scientific fact or an easy activity for exploring faith, a short Bible verse, and a closing prayer. This book shows God’s hand in all creation and how we can witness Him daily.

Book 6

When God Made You

This read-aloud is so good! My goodness, I enjoy reading this book aloud to my kids. It’s filled with Biblical truth and inspires young readers to learn about their own special gifts and how they fit into God’s divine plan as they grow, explore, and begin to create for themselves. Even as an adult, this read aloud touched my heart.

Book 7

God’s Wisdom for Little Girls

This read-aloud draws wisdom from the book of Proverbs and encourages young girls to apply the positive traits and qualities illustrated in each verse. The illustrations are so timeless and calming to the heart. It provides beautiful reminders to my girls of who they are and who they belong to.

Book 8

God’s Wisdom for Little Boys

This read-aloud is so wonderful for boys and reminds them of how God made them in His image. There is so much Godly wisdom pulled from the book of Proverbs, and teaching young boys today how God will help them become men of God tomorrow. The illustrations are beautiful, and my son enjoyed reading this together.

Final Thoughts on 8 Read Alouds That Point Kids To Jesus

Read-alouds have a special way of reaching into a child’s heart—and ours, too. Whether you’re looking to spark deeper conversations or remind your kids that Jesus is near, these books are wonderful options.

So grab a blanket, gather your little ones, and let truth and grace fill the room.

Do you have a favorite Christ-centered read-aloud? Share it in the comments—we’re always looking for new treasures!

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The Bible is the daily nourishment our souls so desperately desire.

While I have heard many people claim that the Bible is irrelevant today, I would say it is even more relevant today than ever before.

It does not take much to look around and witness how broken the world is around us.

We can find our friends, family members, or even ourselves searching for happiness, fulfillment, or acceptance through other people, success, drugs, alcohol, eating disorders, toxic relationships, etc.

And yet, none of those things will ever fulfill us. They will only leave us searching for more and unhappy long-term.

The Bible is the only piece of writing that can change your life here on Earth and in eternity because it is God-breathed and perfect in every way.

Billy Graham once said, “The very practice of reading [the Bible] will have a purifying effect upon your mind and heart. Let nothing take the place of this daily exercise.”

And I, too, have experienced this purifying effect firsthand.

One of my favorite verses, Romans 12:2 says- “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect”.

The renewing of our mind happens when we decide to seek God and His Word first.

I can remember picking up my Bible for the first time over five years ago and having this profound change in how I viewed my marriage, my parenting, and my friendships as I began to view my life through a Biblical lens instead of the lens of the world.

The Lord was renewing and purifying my mind through reading His word, which allowed me to discern God’s will in my life and grow a strong desire to be obedient to His good and perfect will.

This new obedience was not in fear or guilt towards God because of my past sins but out of pure love for my heavenly Father, who called me by name and redeemed my heart.

Friend, if you find yourself constantly searching for someone or something to fulfill you, may I gently remind you that only God has the power to do that.

He is your creator, and only He has the power and authority to make you new and purify your heart and mind.

I pray today you desire to seek Him and follow His will first. 

Let’s dig deeper

Resources made just for you…

one

Bible Reading Plan

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Grab our chronological one-year Bible reading plan and find out who God is.

Get the plan

Two

Christian Resources

---

Shop my favs! I’ve compiled all my favorite Bibles, journals, and studies to Christian art, jewelry, and sweatshirts. All in one simple place!

shop now

three

Lockscreens

---

I am so excited to offer you free downloadable lock screens! I hope you will use them in two ways: first, as a regular reminder of His truth, and second, as a Scripture memorization tool.

view all

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