First Steps Reading Plan
Welcome to the First Steps Reading Plan. First Steps will help you explore faith, discover who Jesus is, and why a relationship with him is essential. The First Steps plan is meant to be read over sixty days, one chapter a day, but you can go at your own pace and check off each day as you complete the reading.
The best way to use this plan is to make an appointment with yourself, setting aside 20 minutes at the same time each day. Use a Bible that is a modern-language, easy-to-read translation. We suggest reading from the New Living Translation 2nd Edition or the New International Version; both are free through the YouVersion Bible App.
As you start your time, say a quick sentence prayer asking God to help you understand what you are going to read. James 1:5 says that if we lack wisdom, we should ask God, who will help us. All you have to say is, “God, please help me to understand what I’m reading. Amen.”
As you read, ask three questions about the chapter: What does this chapter tell me about God or Jesus? What does this chapter say about us? What do I need to do in response to what I’ve read? You may want to write down the thoughts that come to your mind as you read the chapter and discuss them with a friend later.
The best way to use this plan is to make an appointment with yourself, setting aside 20 minutes at the same time each day. Use a Bible that is a modern-language, easy-to-read translation. We suggest reading from the New Living Translation 2nd Edition or the New International Version; both are free through the YouVersion Bible App.
As you start your time, say a quick sentence prayer asking God to help you understand what you are going to read. James 1:5 says that if we lack wisdom, we should ask God, who will help us. All you have to say is, “God, please help me to understand what I’m reading. Amen.”
As you read, ask three questions about the chapter: What does this chapter tell me about God or Jesus? What does this chapter say about us? What do I need to do in response to what I’ve read? You may want to write down the thoughts that come to your mind as you read the chapter and discuss them with a friend later.