# CCEL Devotional Bible > Bible and devotional readings with search, customization, and offline access. (iPhone/iPad app by Christian Classics Ethereal Library.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ccel-devotional-bible/id302272117 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Christian Classics Ethereal Library](https://appshunter.io/developer/291851440) - Category: Books, Reference - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 24 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2009-01-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ccel-devotional-bible/id302272117/reviews.md ## What is CCEL Devotional Bible? The CCEL Devotional Bible consists of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Bible, and three books of devotional readings from the Christian Classics Ethereal Library (www.ccel.org): The Imitation of Christ by Thomas a Kempis, Morning and Evening: Daily Readings by C.H. Spurgeon, and The Practice of the Presence of God: The Best Rule of Holy Life by Brother Lawrence. These books are time-tested classics with a proven ability to bring readers into the presence of God. The KJV Bible, ASV Bible, and the devotional books are completely searchable. This full-featured app includes five different font size options. Both portrait and landscape viewing modes are supported. The bookmarking capability includes the ability to organize your bookmarks within a book by reordering them. All these features and an exceptionally clean interface make both reading and browsing easy. Navigation of all the books is easy. You can scroll up and down within a section and swipe or tap to turn the page. All books are included in the original install, so an Internet connection is not required to use the application. Also look for the NRSV and NRSVA versions of this app, available in the App Store. ## Key features - King James Version (KJV) Bible - American Standard Version (ASV) Bible - Devotional readings from CCEL classics - Searchable text for all books - Adjustable font sizes - Bookmarking with reordering - Offline access ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Abandonment to Divine Providence | $2.99 | one-time | | JFB Commentary | $2.99 | one-time | | Journal of John Wesley | $2.99 | one-time | | Handbook on Faith, Hope, and Love | $2.99 | one-time | | At the Master's Feet | $2.99 | one-time | | How to Pray | $2.99 | one-time | | Confessions of Saint Augustine | $0.99 | one-time | | Pilgrim's Progress | $2.99 | one-time | | Early Christian Fathers | $2.99 | one-time | | Ante-Nicene Fathers, Volume 1 | $3.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 31) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ccel-devotional-bible/id302272117/reviews.md ### 2/5 — What Happened?! *2021-03-25, version 5.0* So as another reviewer said the app has changed so much to my dismay and I’ve lost so much of the works I’ve purchased due to the update, that a bitter taste has been left in my mouth. Please bring back the robustness and richness the app once had no matter the cost your loyal subscribers will buy. ### 3/5 — Update *2020-10-01, version 5.0* I’ve had this app for several years and ever since the last update I’ve wondered why the bookstore was removed. Now the app is not worth near as much, because you can’t expand your library. Love the website, but the app is now obsolete, and has been for three years since the update. ### 4/5 — thankful for an update *2016-11-26, version 5.0* FInally updated! Thankful for good content ### 5/5 — Wisdom & path to intimacy with God at my fingertips *2011-09-08, version 4.0.2* The texts available as a free app are rich in the experiences and godly encouragement of saints of old. I am challenged daily to see the hand and face of God more clearly - and more humbly! Thanks CCEL for all this rich resource. ### 5/5 — Kjv *2011-06-16, version 4.0.2* Brilliant ### 5/5 — :) *2011-06-09, version 4.0.2* I'm so happy I downloaded this app. It's nice to know I'll have the bible with me wherever I go and i can read it whenever I have spare time. We shld always devote some time to God everyday and this app makes it all the more convenient to do so. ### 4/5 — Simple reference daily *2011-02-04, version 4.0.2* It is a free downloads for daily inspirational messages. Good for daily lessons and encouragement if you are a Christian. ### 4/5 — Works now! *2010-12-07, version 0* This great app is now working again with the latest update. Thanks!! ### 1/5 — Broken *2010-11-24, version 0* Used to be great. Now won't open. ### 4/5 — None *2010-11-07, version 0* I use this app daily. Love spurgeon and imitation of Christ. Today my icon was there but nothing came up. Tried three times to download it but same thing happened. Give it four but would give five if it was not lost in never never land. ## Frequently asked questions about CCEL Devotional Bible ### What content does the CCEL Devotional Bible app include? The app includes the King James Version (KJV) and American Standard Version (ASV) of the Bible. It also features three classic devotional books: 'The Imitation of Christ' by Thomas a Kempis, 'Morning and Evening: Daily Readings' by C.H. Spurgeon, and 'The Practice of the Presence of God' by Brother Lawrence. ### Can I search the text within the app? Yes, the app offers full search functionality for all included books, including both Bible versions and the devotional texts. This allows you to quickly find specific verses, passages, or topics. ### Is the app free to use? The app is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This typically means core functionality is available without cost, with additional content or features potentially offered for purchase. ### Does the app require an internet connection? No, all books are included in the original installation, meaning an internet connection is not required to use the application. You can read and study the Bible and devotional texts offline. ### What customization options are available? The app provides five different font size options to suit your reading preferences. It also supports both portrait and landscape viewing modes, and includes a bookmarking feature that allows you to organize your bookmarks within a book by reordering them. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.0 — 2016-11-15 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Updated for Apple's new devices - Fixed a bug where tapping on the book view screen would not show the toolbars again - Fixed a bug that prevented book cover images from displaying on iPhone 6 and 7 - Fixed a bug on the iPad where tapping on a book displayed a blank white screen - Fixed a crash on the iPad when going back to the library from a book - Removed the book store ### 4.0.3 — 2011-11-18 - Fix jammed book downloads - Other minor bug fixes ### 4.0.2 — 2010-11-30 4.0 Support for iPad and iPhone 4 4.0.2 Compatibility fix for iOS 3.0 and 3.1 (for real this time) ### 4.0.1 — 2010-11-17 4.0 Full support for iPad and iPhone 4 4.0.1 Sorry iOS 3.0 and 3.1 users, the app still does not work on those version of iOS. We are working on a solution, but in the meantime, upgrading your device to iOS 3.2 or later will allow the app to work again. ### 4.0 — 2010-11-05 Full support for iPad and iPhone 4 ## Apps similar to CCEL Devotional Bible | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Expositor's Bible Commentary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expositors-bible-commentary/id1521768470) | 4.8 (219) | Free | Books | | [Monergism eBook Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monergism-ebook-library/id6448814913) | 4.9 (103) | Free | Books | | [John Wesley's Explanatory](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/john-wesleys-explanatory/id1521769524) | 4.7 (157) | Free | Books | | [Audio Catholic Books](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-catholic-books/id807506011) | 3.5 (27) | Free | Books | | [Luther's Bible Commentary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luthers-bible-commentary/id1521769217) | 4.5 (178) | Free | Books | | [Orthodox Christian Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orthodox-christian-library/id1105252815) | 5.0 (21) | Free | Books | ## More apps by Christian Classics Ethereal Library - [Glory to God Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-hymnal/id677359265) - [Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-ecumenical-hymnal/id796668542) - [Lift Up Your Hearts Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lift-up-your-hearts-hymnal/id876555771) - [The United Methodist Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-united-methodist-hymnal/id1047720885) - [My.Hymnary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myhymnary/id1632094986) All apps by Christian Classics Ethereal Library: https://appshunter.io/developer/291851440 ## Related topics [ccel devotional bible](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ccel-devotional-bible) · [ancient faith](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ancient-faith) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*