The plan below is borrowed with permission from fivedaybiblereading.com. It’s a 5 day weekly schedule that takes you through the Bible chronologically. You can either choose option 1 , which takes you through the entire Bible in one year, or option 2, which covers the entire New Testament and Psalms.

The M'Cheyne reading plan has long been a favorite. Over the course of a year, the plan covers the Old Testament once and the New Testament and Psalms twice.

In addition, D.A. Carson has written a two-part companion guide through the M'Cheyne plan called For the Love of God Volume I and II. 

Some look to use this plan over two years.

The Bible Reading Chart allows maximum flexibility in content and pace while being intentional to read the whole counsel of God. Read chapters and books as you please and track your progress. As you complete reading, check off the chapter. Then, as you continue throughout the year, pick a different part of scripture to ensure new ground is being covered.  

Bible reading is a discipline, with benefits that increase over time. Some days, you sit down, read the Bible, and walk away with your mind blown! It can be so great. But most days, things feel pretty ordinary. Keep pressing in on the ordinary days. Like most good disciplines (e.g., eating healthy, working out, brushing your teeth), you may see marginal impact in the moment but seismic changes over time. Keep reading, ask God to help you, and after a few weeks and or months, you'll be surprised at how much you enjoy God.

Meditate on one verse, maybe just a few words. It's good to read chapters of Scripture at a time, but our minds can't possibly take it all in. So, each time you read, find at least one verse that you can meditate on. For example, Psalm 17:15 says "...when I awake, I shall be satisfied with your likeness." That verse could be a prayer you use throughout your week as you ask God to help you be satisfied in Him alone, even when you're tired and distracted. 

Share what you're reading with others. Take advantage of conversations at home with your family, in your Gospel Community or on Sunday morning. If you're still looking for someone to connect with, reach out to Pastor Josh Mathews.