# Guidelines: — Bible study for ministry today > Structured Bible study resource with scholarly commentary and offline access. (iPhone/iPad app by Aimer Media Ltd..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines/id365006264 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Aimer Media Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/348889012) - Category: Books, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 59 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2010-04-28 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines/id365006264/reviews.md ## What is Guidelines? For the latest on the future of Guidelines app, please visit https://www.brfonline.org.uk/pages/apps Guidelines let you take your Bible study with you wherever you go. The week-by-week structure inspires thought, prayer and action and supports both daily and intense bursts of reading and reflection. This unique Bible reading resource offers in-depth study, drawing on the insights of current scholarship. It is written by a global pool of leading scholars and represents a stimulating and thought provoking breadth of Christian tradition. This new Guidelines app means that you can build your own personal reference library to keep on your iPhone. The weekly readings or Guidelines are broken into six separate sections, with an introduction giving context to the passage and a final section providing points for thought and prayer. Fit your readings around your work or home routine, and read as many or few sections as you wish on any given day. Each contributor makes suggestions of books for further study. GUIDELINES FEATURES - Click on the weekly sub-section to see your readings for that week - Build up your own personal reference library of Guidelines commentary – all downloads are permanently stored on your app -Readings displayed in book page format, so no need to scroll down and lose your place - Book format lets you swipe onto the next reading effortlessly - Browse by contributor, date or bible book - Use alongside your own bible or use the links to the Bible Gateway online resource - Downloads are all stored within the app so you can access all readings without an internet connection Readings are intelligently downloaded in the background so you don't need to remain connected to the internet to access them and once downloaded will remain available on your device. Guidelines are commissioned by Canon Dr Jeremy Duff and edited by Lisa Cherrett. Guidelines are a publication of BRF. Terms of service can be found at http://www.aimermedia.com/brf/tos For more about BRF visit https://www.brfonline.org.uk/pages/apps ## Key features - Week-by-week Bible readings - Scholarly commentary - Personal reference library - Offline access to readings - Book page format for readings - Browse by contributor, date, or book ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Subscription to Guidelines | $2.49 | per month | | Subscription to Guidelines | $5.99 | per 3 months | | Subscription to Guidelines | $14.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines/id365006264/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Save your time and money *2014-05-10, version 3.0* 7 books, 2 months worth Of readings? $2.00/ month ### 3/5 — Major potential! *2011-05-23, version 2.2* I love the insightful writings and the link to the reference scripture. I've found it thought provoking and enlightening. Two things are keeping me from giving you a 5 star rating, first- if I power the iPad down, it returns me to the latest study, not to the one I was reading. Consequently, I have to scroll thru and search for the one I last read. Second, there are occasional references in the writings to scriptures that are not linked, so for me to see the quote in context, I have to shut down, look it up, and then return to my reading. ### 1/5 — A Rip Off! *2010-07-20, version 0* I want my money back! It was fine until I purchases the 12 month plan for 14:95. It crashes and takes forever to open up since. The other thing is that the book of Judges can't be found and I still can't get access to the other guidelines for later months or even read the scriptures. I have purchased 12 month plan. What is this? ### 5/5 — Full of ideas *2010-05-05, version 0* This is exactly how a bible study app should work. Links out in case you don't have a bible handy. ## Frequently asked questions about Guidelines ### What is Guidelines? Guidelines is a Bible study resource that offers week-by-week readings with in-depth commentary from leading scholars. It's designed to inspire thought, prayer, and action, allowing users to build a personal reference library. ### Can I use Guidelines offline? Yes, all downloaded readings are stored within the app, allowing you to access them without an internet connection. Readings are also intelligently downloaded in the background. ### What devices does Guidelines support? Guidelines is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to fit your readings around your work or home routine. ### How often is Guidelines updated? The latest version, 3.5.1, was released on November 29, 2023. Updates are released periodically to enhance the app and provide new content. ### What are the subscription options for Guidelines? Guidelines offers several subscription plans: $2.49 per month, $5.99 for three months, and $14.99 for one year. These subscriptions provide access to premium content and features. ### What is the age rating for Guidelines? Guidelines has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The content is designed for thoughtful reflection and study. ### How does Guidelines compare to other Bible study apps? Guidelines stands out with its week-by-week structure, in-depth scholarly commentary, and the ability to build a personal, offline reference library. It focuses on stimulating thought and prayer. ### Is Guidelines free to download? Yes, Guidelines is free to download. While the app itself is free, it offers in-app purchases for subscription plans that unlock additional content and features. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 3.5.1 — 2023-11-29 Bug fixes General updates ### 3.5 — 2018-02-07 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Updated data - Bug fixes ## Apps similar to Guidelines | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Reflections for Daily Prayer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflections-for-daily-prayer/id458039066) | 3.3 (11) | Free | Books | | [Daily Bread – Bible readings](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daily-bread-bible-readings/id578240613) | — | Free | Books | | [The Holy Bible RSV (Revised)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-holy-bible-rsv-revised/id1474123057) | 4.8 (1,054) | Free | Books | | [Novellic - The Book Club App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novellic-the-book-club-app/id1081446122) | 3.7 (3) | Free | Books | | [NASB Bible - NAS Holy Version](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nasb-bible-nas-holy-version/id1474043800) | 4.7 (2,168) | Free | Books | | [Sunday Worship](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunday-worship/id730928103) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Books | ## More apps by Aimer Media Ltd. - [New Daylight](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-daylight/id349315990) - [The Daily Toss: Your Daily Serving of Modern Toss](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-daily-toss-your-daily-serving-of-modern-toss/id403479197) - [Day by Day with God](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/day-by-day-with-god/id419134154) - [Pevsner's Architectural Glossary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pevsners-architectural-glossary/id614435478) - [Stripes - Clash of the Masters](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stripes-clash-of-the-masters/id1148060521) All apps by Aimer Media Ltd.: https://appshunter.io/developer/348889012 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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