2025’s Best 12 Books on Best Order to Read Bible
Looking for the best order to read the Bible? These top picks guide you through the Bible with clarity.
Choosing the best order to read the Bible can be as complex as the storyline in a soap opera. Some days, finding the right guide feels like picking the winning lottery numbers. We’ve been there, confused and flipping pages like they’re secret maps. To make it easier, we’ve handpicked 12 amazing books that serve as your personal GPS in the holy adventure. With a focus on clarity, engagement, and practicality, each book promises to make reading the Bible both enjoyable and enlightening. Whether you’re a newbie or an expert, there’s something in this list to suit every seeking heart.
On this list:
- The Bible Compass: A Catholic’s Guide to Navigating the Scriptures
- How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
- Reading the Bible Again for the First Time: Taking the Bible Seriously but Not Literally
- The Bible in 52 Weeks: A Yearlong Bible Study for Women
- The Bible Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
- The Essential Bible Companion
- The Bible: A Reader’s Guide
- The Bible for Grown-Ups
- The Bible Jesus Read
- Opening Up the Bible
- Understanding the Bible: A Catholic Guide to the Word of God
- Reading the Bible Supernaturally: Seeing and Savoring the Glory of God in Scripture
12 The Bible Compass: A Catholic’s Guide to Navigating the Scriptures by Edward Sri
This book helps Catholics understand the Bible better and gives a structured reading plan. Great for beginners!
11 How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
It teaches readers to grasp the Bible’s rich diversity and helps them read it with more understanding.
10 Reading the Bible Again for the First Time: Taking the Bible Seriously but Not Literally by Marcus J. Borg
Borg challenges readers to see the Bible in a new light, emphasizing a historical reading.
9 The Bible in 52 Weeks: A Yearlong Bible Study for Women by Dr. Kimberly D. Moore
We chose this book because it offers a structured approach to reading the Bible, especially for those seeking a year-long guide. The book provides weekly lessons and reflections, making it suitable for new readers looking for the best order to read the Bible effectively.
8 The Bible Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK
This book simplifies complex biblical ideas and themes. Perfect for visual learners!
7 The Essential Bible Companion by John H. Walton, Mark L. Strauss, and Ted Cooper Jr.
Chosen for its practical approach, this book provides summaries and key insights for each chapter in the Bible, making it a handy guide for new readers.
6 The Bible: A Reader’s Guide by Henry Wansbrough
This guide provides an overview and situational context of each book in the Bible.
5 The Bible for Grown-Ups by Simon Loveday
Loveday demystifies the Bible, making it approachable for adults seeking a fresh perspective.
4 The Bible Jesus Read by Philip Yancey
Focuses on the Old Testament and its significance in understanding Jesus’ teachings.
3 Opening Up the Bible by David Jackman
This book offers a comprehensive guide on opening up the Bible for new readers.
2 Understanding the Bible: A Catholic Guide to the Word of God by Stephen J. Binz
Helps Catholics grasp the essence of the Bible, with a focus on applying its teachings today.
1 Reading the Bible Supernaturally: Seeing and Savoring the Glory of God in Scripture by John Piper
Chosen as the best because it combines a deep spiritual perspective with practical reading strategies, making Bible reading a transformative experience.
