Free Printable New Testament Bible Reading Plan

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This Bible Reading Plan will take you through the entire New Testament in just 180 days. Download the free printable checklist to track your daily progress.

Have you ever had a morning that you sit down, ready to dig into God’s Word, and you have no clue what you should read? Maybe you’ve had a season of not being diligent in your Bible reading, and you’re just jumping back in. Or maybe you just finished up one book and need to move to another.

Sure, you can just jump in anywhere and start reading (nothing wrong with that). But sometimes we want to know that we’re not rereading the same books and neglecting others. Sometimes we want to set a goal, like reading an entire section of the Bible, but lose track.

All of these reasons are exactly why I personally love using a Bible Reading Plan. And since I love offering a good free printable, I thought I would upload my plans here.

The free printable checklist found at the end of this post will allow you to track your progress and see exactly where you need to go next. In just 6 months, you’ll have read the second half of your Bible in full! But first, I want to share some tips and encouragement for how to best implement this Bible reading plan.

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The Benefits of a 180 Day Scripture Reading Plan

There are lots of Bible reading plans out there—like a lot. 30-day challenges, topical reading plans, whole Bible plans that take an entire year to complete. So why did I make this plan 180 days?

Balanced Pace

Some plans move so fast that you feel like you’re skimming instead of really taking in the Word. On the flip side, year-long plans sometimes drag out the New Testament at just a few verses a day, making it harder to see the bigger picture. The 180-day plan strikes a sweet spot: about 1–2 chapters daily, which is enough to dig in, but not so much that you’ll get behind.

I also wanted this to be a Bible reading plan that can be used in our homeschool. Since the average school year is 180 days, this length works wonderfully.

Keeps You Motivated

Six months feels doable. You can look at the calendar and think, “In half a year, I’ll have read the whole New Testament!” That’s motivating in a way that a year-long plan sometimes isn’t, especially if you’re the type who likes to see results sooner rather than later.

Flexibility

Because the readings are short, they fit into a morning quiet time, an evening wind-down routine, or even a family devotional around the dinner table. And if you do fall behind (because life happens), the catch-up isn’t overwhelming. You’re only looking at a chapter or two a day.

Who Can Use This Plan?

Absolutely anyone! Here are several ways to use this plan with your friends and family.

Families

This plan is perfect for family devotions. Reading one or two chapters together only takes about 15 minutes, but gives you plenty to talk about afterward. Since the Gospels are spread throughout, kids will keep hearing about Jesus’ ministry alongside the teaching in the letters.

Homeschool Students

If you’re homeschooling, this plan works beautifully as part of their Bible or devotional studies. It’s a wonderful way to guide them into personal Bible study habits that will serve them long after graduation. If the readings are a little long for them, consider letting them listen to an audio Bible while they follow along in their physical Bible.

Small Groups

Looking for something your whole group can do together? This plan fits perfectly. Each week, you could meet and talk through what stood out in that section of readings, or even just catch up daily over text!

New Believers

If you’re new to the Bible or mentoring someone who is, the 180-day plan is a fantastic starting point. It’s not too fast, not too slow, and it keeps the focus on the life of Jesus and the early church. Once you make your way through the New Testament, you can start making your way through the Old Testament.

How to Use the Plan

Here’s how it works:

• You’ll read about 1–2 chapters a day.
• The plan begins with Matthew, then moves into Romans and other letters, before circling back to Mark, Luke, John, Acts, and finishing with Revelation.
• There are 180 daily readings total, and each one is clearly laid out with a checkbox so you can mark off your progress.

That’s it! Simple and straightforward.

Some tips for success:

• Pick a time and stick with it. Whether it’s first thing in the morning with coffee or last thing before bed, consistency helps.
• Keep your Bible and reading plan together. Print the checklist and tuck it into your Bible so you don’t have to go hunting for it each day.
• Use an audio Bible. If you struggle to focus during your reading time, utilize an audio Bible app and follow along with the written text.