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Getting Started with a Bible Study Habit

Simple steps and practical reading plans to help you build a consistent time with God.

6/1/20262 min read

A delicate watercolor bookmark resting gently on an open Bible, surrounded by soft green leaves.
A delicate watercolor bookmark resting gently on an open Bible, surrounded by soft green leaves.

Many women desire a deeper relationship with God but struggle to know where to begin. Life is busy, schedules are full, and sometimes the thought of studying the Bible can feel overwhelming. The good news is that building a Bible study habit doesn't require hours of free time or extensive knowledge of Scripture. It simply begins with showing up consistently and inviting God to meet you there.

Jesus reminds us in John 15:5, "If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit." Just as a plant grows through regular nourishment, our faith grows when we spend consistent time in God's Word.

If you're just getting started, focus on creating a simple routine. Choose a time of day, find a quiet place, and start with a manageable reading plan. Even ten minutes a day can make a meaningful difference over time.

2-Week Reading Plan: Finding Peace and Encouragement

If you're looking for comfort, hope, and reminders of God's presence, try reading one passage each day:

Week 1

  • Day 1: Psalm 23

  • Day 2: Matthew 6:25-34

  • Day 3: Isaiah 41:10

  • Day 4: Philippians 4:4-9

  • Day 5: Psalm 46

  • Day 6: John 14:1-14

  • Day 7: Romans 8:31-39

Week 2

  • Day 8: Psalm 121

  • Day 9: Matthew 11:28-30

  • Day 10: Joshua 1:1-9

  • Day 11: Lamentations 3:21-26

  • Day 12: 1 Peter 5:6-11

  • Day 13: Psalm 91

  • Day 14: Ephesians 3:14-21

3-Week Reading Plan: Getting to Know Jesus

Spend three weeks reading through key moments in the life and teachings of Jesus.

Week 1

  • Matthew 1-4

  • Matthew 5-7 (spread across several days)

Week 2

  • Matthew 8-14

Week 3

  • Matthew 15-21

Read one chapter or section each day and write down one thing you learn about Jesus.

4-Week Reading Plan: Growing in Your Faith

This plan introduces foundational truths for Christian living.

Week 1: God's Love

  • John 3

  • Romans 5

  • Ephesians 2

  • 1 John 4

  • Psalm 103

  • Romans 8

  • John 15

Week 2: Prayer

  • Matthew 6

  • Luke 11

  • Psalm 27

  • Psalm 63

  • Philippians 4

  • Colossians 4

  • James 5

Week 3: Trusting God

  • Proverbs 3

  • Isaiah 40

  • Psalm 37

  • Jeremiah 29

  • Joshua 1

  • Hebrews 11

  • Romans 15

Week 4: Living Your Faith

  • Galatians 5

  • Ephesians 4

  • Colossians 3

  • James 1

  • James 2

  • 1 Peter 1

  • Micah 6

As you develop a Bible study habit, remember that consistency matters more than perfection. If you miss a day, simply begin again. God's Word is always waiting for you.

If you're looking for practical ways to make your Bible study time more meaningful, my guide, Abide : Building a Daily Bible Study Habit can help. Inside, you'll learn simple approaches to studying Scripture that will help you understand God's Word more deeply and apply it confidently to your everyday life. I go into five study methods, finding the right one for you in this season of life and provide study templates for each study method. Check out the Shop page to find this guide as well as other beautiful products inspired by our loving Father.

Start small, stay consistent, and trust that God will use every moment spent in His Word to strengthen your faith and draw you closer to Him.

"Blessed is the one who delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it day and night." (Psalm 1:2)