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Here are four free Bible reading plans for 2027, each covering all 1,189 chapters in 365 days and each free to print. Bible in a Year pairs the Old and New Testament every day; Chronological reads events in the order they happened; Cover to Cover goes from Genesis to Revelation; and New to the Bible starts with the Gospel of John. They are the same four plans built into the By The Water app, reproduced day for day.
Choose your plan
Bible in a Year
Day 1: Genesis 1–3; Matthew 1. Best for: most readers, and anyone who has stalled in leviticus before.
See the full schedule → Events in the order they happenedChronological
Day 1: Genesis 1–4. Best for: a second read-through, or anyone who wants the story in sequence.
See the full schedule → Genesis to Revelation in Bible orderCover to Cover
Day 1: Genesis 1–3. Best for: readers who want the bible exactly as it is arranged.
See the full schedule → Starts with John, Mark, Genesis, Acts, RomansNew to the Bible
Day 1: John 1–2. Best for: first-time readers and new christians.
See the full schedule →Which plan should I choose?
- First time reading the whole Bible? Bible in a Year — both testaments every day, 2–4 chapters, and you never get stuck in one hard book.
- New to the Bible or new to faith? New to the Bible — starts with John, Mark, Genesis, Acts and Romans.
- Read it before and want to see the story in order? Chronological.
- Want the Bible exactly as it is arranged? Cover to Cover.
Reading plans by month
Each month page shows that month's readings in all four plans side by side, with dates for a January 1, 2027 start.
Paper plans work — until you miss a day
A printed plan is a good start. The trouble usually comes in February: a busy week, three unticked boxes, then six, and the plan quietly ends. By The Water has this exact plan built in, and it is designed for the days life gets in the way.
- Today's reading, readyOpen the app and today's chapters are waiting on the Today tab. No hunting for where you left off.
- Every chapter tracked and savedEach chapter you read is checked off and saved to your account, so a new phone doesn't mean starting over.
- See how far you've comeA progress ring shows how much of the Bible you've read, and how far through the current book you are.
- A finish date that moves with you“Started Jan 2027 · Estimated finish: Dec 2027” updates as you read, so you always know where you stand.
- Miss a day without falling apartThe plan picks up at your next unread chapter, not a calendar date — so a missed week never becomes a wall of overdue readings.
- Reminders and streaksA daily reminder at the time you choose, and a reading streak to keep you coming back.
- Understand what you readGuided insights explain what you're reading — free for the first chapter of every book, every chapter with Premium — plus Greek and Hebrew word study.
- All four plans built inBible in a Year (Blended), Chronological, Cover to Cover and New to the Bible — the same plans as this page.
Free to start: the reading plans, progress tracking, streaks and reminders are all free in the app.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Bible reading plan for a year?
For most people, a plan that pairs the Old and New Testament every day, because the variety carries you through the hard books. That is the Bible in a Year plan on this page. For a second read-through, try Chronological; if you're new to the Bible, start with New to the Bible.
When should I start a Bible reading plan for 2027?
January 1, 2027 lines every plan up with the calendar, but any day works. Start at Day 1 whenever you begin and follow the day numbers.
How many chapters a day do I need to read the Bible in a year?
About 3 to 4 chapters, or 85 verses, a day — roughly 12 to 15 minutes. The Bible has 1,189 chapters, and every plan here covers all of them in 365 days.
Are these Bible reading plans free?
Yes. Every plan and month on this page is free to read online and to print or save as PDF.