Free Printable Daily Bible Reading Checklist

Use this printable Bible reading tracker to document your daily readings as you work your way through the entire Bible.

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Are you looking for a way to help you keep track of what books of the Bible you’ve read?

Good news! I’ve got another free printable for you!

This free scripture reading checklist will allow you to track all of your Old Testament and New Testament readings.

Let’s chat a bit about how you can best utilize this free simple tool – and then you can grab your PDF download!

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What is the Purpose of a Bible Reading Checklist?

This particular Bible Reading Checklist has one purpose – to help you read through the whole Bible.

Let’s face it – there are some books in the Bible that we aren’t particularly drawn to. A lot of times, we end up skipping over an entire book without even realizing it.

A simple tracking worksheet like the one found in this post will allow you see what areas of God’s Word you may have missed.

How to Use This Free Bible Reading Checklist

There are so many ways you can use this tracking checklist. Here’s a few ideas on how you may want to use it during your own personal Bible reading time.

As a Reading Plan

If you don’t currently have a daily Bible reading plan you’re following, let this checklist help you! Simply select a book of the Bible you want to start with and work your way through it. This method allows you to read as many chapters per day as you have time for.

There are so many free Bible reading plans online and in the Bible app. One of my favorites is the Bible Recap plan. It is perfect for new believers or individuals who just want to dive deeper into the scriptures and need a little help on context. You can access the reading plan and podcast for free, all from your mobile device.

But if you’re more off a pen and paper type of gal – you can also buy the printed version of the Bible Recap Book. It makes an excellent gift!

You can also check the back of your Bible. A lot of times, there is a Bible in a year plan already there for you to follow.

To Track Progress

Or if you already have a plan that gives a daily assigned reading, keep going! Just use this checklist as a way to see what books or chapters your plan may not cover. It is also a fun visual aid to see how much of the Bible you’ve covered.

Use highlighters (these are my favorite highlighters to use during my Bible time) to mark off each little square as you complete a chapter.

To Guide You in Bible Study

Studying the Word goes a bit beyond reading it. It is where you start to ask deeper questions, look into the meanings behind the confusing texts, study context and original language.

This reading checklist will act as a visual aid to see what books of the Bible you have not studied yet.

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Bible Reading Plan FAQ’s

What Order Should I Read the Bible in?

You can start with Genesis and work your way through Revelation. You can follow a chronological Bible reading plan. Or you can just choose each book, one at a time, not going in any particular order.

Personally, reading the Bible chronologically at least once is a must in my opinion. It gives better understanding to the overall storyline.

The most important thing is that you are getting into the Word of God. I believe that when we humbly approach scripture, with the intent to know God more deeply, He is faithful to guide us.

I will also always recommend paying attention to context. Before starting a new book, ask simple questions like who the original audience was, what was the intent, what type of literature this book is (an epistle, a gospel, poetry, etc.).

If you need more help on how to approach the scriptures, I do offer a few free Bible study tools. Check out these links to access them!

How Many Chapters a Day Do I Need to Read to Finish the Bible in a Year?

There are 1,189 chapters in the entire Bible. Divided over 365 days, that comes to 3.25 chapters per day.

So, if you want to use this checklist to create your own “Bible in a Year Plan”, you have an idea on how much to read each day.

Can I Share this Printable with Friends?

Absolutely! I would love for you to share this printable with your Bible believing friends! Print out extra copies to bring to your study groups. You can also share on social media.

All I ask is that you don’t redistribute for profit 🙂