In 2021, we’ll be sharing a monthly chronological Bible reading plan that will help us grow and understand how the Bible fits together. We wanted to go ahead and provide the April reading plan so you can print it out and have it ready for the first day of the month!
This month, we’ll continue our chronological journey through Scripture as we read some familiar stories of victories, brokenness, defeat, and God’s grace. We will read stories of familiar biblical heroes including Deborah, Samson, Gideon, and David. We read the ray of grace that shines through the story of Ruth, who becomes an ancestor of Israelite kings. As you read, notice the recurrence of themes we have seen so far in the biblical story.
Consult a map at the back of your Bible to help you keep your bearings as you read about the distribution of the promised land and the battles fought during this time. You might find it helpful to use Bible mapping as a tool to understand how the land was God’s place for His people. If you’re interested in reading more about Bible mapping, check out our recent blog on how to use Bible mapping for spiritual growth.
Remember that the word judge used in the Old Testament referred to an inspired leader, essentially one who served as a military leader. The spiritual and governmental conditions of the Israelites continues to deteriorate throughout the period, primarily because they refused to acknowledge God as their true King. Yet God showed compassion to His people.
This month, ask God to help you stay true to Him when circumstances grow dark with sin and rejection of God’s standards. Praise God for developing a great plan to shape the destiny of His people. Take time to thank the Lord for the grace and compassion He shows you each day.
Here is your reading plan for April:
April 1 – Deuteronomy 31-34
April 2 – Joshua 1-2, Psalm 105
April 5 – Joshua 3-6
April 6 – Joshua 7-10
April 7 – Joshua 11-14
April 8 – Joshua 15-18
April 9 – Joshua 19-22
April 12 – Joshua 23-24, Judges 1
April 13 – Judges 2-5
April 14 – Judges 6-9
April 15 – Judges 10-13
April 16 – Judges 14-18
April 19 – Judges 19-21
April 20 – Ruth 1-4
April 21 – 1 Samuel 1-3
April 22 – 1 Samuel 4-8
April 23 – 1 Samuel 9-12
April 26 – 1 Samuel 13-16
April 27 – 1 Samuel 17-20, Psalm 59
April 28 – 1 Samuel 21-24, Psalm 91
April 29 – Psalms 7; 27; 31; 34; 52
April 30 – Psalms 56; 120; 140-142
We’d also love to hear what you’re learning as we read through His Word together. Share on social media with the hashtag #KnowHisWord21, so we can learn together! We’ve included an image below, featuring a verse we will read this month, perfect for Instagram.
