Bible 3-year Reading Plan

Path 1: New Testament and Psalms

In Acts 11–13, the church recognizes God’s work among the Gentiles, Antioch becomes a major center of gospel ministry, and Barnabas and Saul are sent out by the Spirit. The mission to the nations accelerates as the word of the Lord spreads despite opposition, fulfilling Christ’s command to carry the gospel outward.

One People Through Christ: Acts 11–13 shows Gentiles receiving the same salvation given to Jewish believers, not by adopting Israel’s ethnic identity, but through repentance and faith in Christ. Antioch becomes a striking picture of the gospel gathering the nations into one church.

Path 2: Old Testament Pentateuch/History

In Judges 16–17, Samson’s weakness finally leads to his capture, yet God grants him strength for one last act against the Philistines. The narrative then turns to Micah’s household idols and private shrine, exposing Israel’s increasing confusion as personal preference replaces faithful worship according…

Path 1: New Testament and Psalms

In Acts 8–10, the gospel moves beyond Jerusalem into Samaria and toward the Gentile world. Philip preaches Christ, Saul is converted from persecutor to witness, and Peter learns that God shows no partiality. The Spirit confirms that Jesus’ kingdom is gathering one people from every nation through faith in Christ.

God Shows No Partiality: Peter’s encounter with Cornelius teaches that membership among God’s people is no longer defined by ethnic descent or ceremonial separation. God cleanses those who come to Christ, granting the same Spirit to Gentile believers. Peter's letter to the Israelites explains that God doesn't show favoritism and they are amazed when the Spirit descends on gentiles.

Path 2: Old Testament Pentateuch/History

In Judges 13–15, Samson is set apart from birth to begin delivering Israel from the Philistines. Yet his calling unfolds through personal weakness, rash desires, and violent conflict. God nevertheless…

Path 1: New Testament and Psalms

In Acts 5–7, the church grows despite hypocrisy within and persecution without. The apostles continue preaching Christ publicly, refusing to stop when authorities command silence. Stephen’s speech traces Israel’s history of resisting God’s messengers and culminates in his martyrdom, showing both the seriousness of rejecting Christ and the courage produced by the Spirit.

Path 2: Old Testament Pentateuch/History

In Judges 10–12, Israel again abandons the Lord and suffers oppression. God raises Jephthah, an outcast warrior, to deliver them from the Ammonites, yet his story is marked by rashness, conflict, and tragedy. The cycle of Judges continues to reveal both God’s mercy and the deep disorder produced by covenant unfaithfulness.

Leadership Cannot Compensate for Spiritual Disorder: Jephthah can win battles, but he cannot repair Israel’s deeper covenant corruption. His leadership brings temporary relief while the nation remains spiritually disordered, and his own rashness reflects that…

Path 1: New Testament and Psalms

In Acts 1–4, the risen Jesus commissions his apostles, ascends to heaven, and pours out the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. The gospel begins spreading from Jerusalem through bold preaching, miraculous signs, and a growing covenant community. Opposition quickly arises, yet the apostles proclaim Christ’s resurrection and kingship with increasing confidence.

Christ Reigns from Heaven: Jesus’ ascension is not a retreat from earthly affairs, but the enthronement of the risen King who sends his Spirit and advances his kingdom through the church. Acts 1 therefore frames the church’s mission as an extension of Christ’s heavenly rule, moving outward through faithful witness until the nations hear the gospel and acknowledge his authority.

Path 2: Old Testament Pentateuch/History

In Judges 7–9, God reduces Gideon’s army so Israel cannot boast that its own strength defeated Midian. Yet Gideon’s later actions reveal growing compromise, and his son Abimelech seizes…