One Year Bible Reading Plan — SAMUELDEUTH.COM
I’m going to give you the S.O.A.P. reading plan that I first got from Pastor Wayne Cordaro. Then, you’ll also have different ways to engage the reading plan through YouVersion, digital download, or the Following Jesus Jouranl.
To maximize your Bible reading, use an annual reading plan connected with the Bible study approach using the acronym S.O.A.P. First, you’ll want to select a Bible reading plan. I’d recommend a plan that has you read through the whole Bible in a year. I created a 365 Following Jesus reading plan that I use and recommend. This is available on the YouVersion Bible App (which is what I use) It’s a great plan that will have you read a selection from the Old Testament, New Testament and a Psalm or Proverb. You’ll love it! As you read daily, use this acronym to help you apply God’s Word to your life.
S = SCRIPTURE As you’re reading, look for one verse that really sticks out to you. If a verse jumps out to me, I will circle the verse number or copy the verse off my phone and paste it into my notes so I can go back to it later. After you’re done reading, either write the one verse at the top of your page or paste it into your page.
O = OBSERVATION Now, it’s time to take a few moments to write down your observations about that specific verse. What do you see? What do you feel God is saying to you about it? What seems to be the point of the verse?
A = APPLICATION Now, write down how you will apply this to your life. Ask yourself, “How will I be different after reading this verse?”
P = PRAYER Write out a prayer to God for the day and relate it to the verse you’ve just been reading.
