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A Fall 7 Rise 8 Guide

Where to Start Reading the Bible

A simple guide to help you take your next step in God's Word.

"Scripture is shallow enough for a child to drink without fear of drowning, yet deep enough for theologians to swim without ever reaching the bottom."

Reading recommendations credited to Carlos Erazo from the Live Free podcast. Curated and presented by Fall 7 Rise 8 Ministry.

Twelve books to begin with

  1. John

    Discover who Jesus is and deepen your understanding of Him.

  2. Ephesians

    Grow deeper in your understanding of your identity in Christ.

  3. 1 Corinthians

    Learn how to live in holiness in a godless culture.

  4. Proverbs

    Gain practical wisdom for everyday life.

  5. Genesis

    Explore the origins of the universe and understand why our world is broken.

  6. Romans

    Understand the gospel and the foundations of Christian belief.

  7. Ecclesiastes

    Reflect on why success, status, popularity, and wealth cannot provide lasting meaning apart from God.

  8. Philippians

    Learn to find joy in Christ amid suffering and difficult circumstances.

  9. Acts

    Discover how the church began, how the Holy Spirit empowered the early believers, and how He continues to work today.

  10. James

    Put your faith into practice and learn how to live out what you believe.

  11. Psalms

    Learn to pray honestly, bring your emotions to the Lord, and seek Him through life's struggles.

  12. Revelation

    Find hope in Christ's ultimate victory. Jesus wins—He is the King of kings and Lord of lords.

Credit

Reading recommendations credited to Carlos Erazo from the Live Free podcast. Curated and presented by Fall 7 Rise 8 Ministry.

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