# Lifeway On Demand — Discipleship resources

> Digital platform for Bible study resources, CSB Bible, and eBooks. (iPhone/iPad app by Lifeway Christian Resources.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-on-demand/id1557674186 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lifeway Christian Resources](https://appshunter.io/developer/320421928)
- Category: Lifestyle, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,879 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.4 · 147 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-on-demand/id1557674186/reviews.md

## What is Lifeway On Demand?

Engage with Trusted Bible Study Resources and the CSB in Lifeway On Demand 

Key Features:

- Watch and Learn: View your purchased or redeemed studies and sessions, online or offline.
- Read the CSB: Dive into Scripture with the full Christian Standard Bible, designed for clarity and accuracy.
- Explore eBooks: Access and engage with your digital Bible studies and eBooks from Lifeway in one place.
- Study Your Way: Start a session, then continue reading or browsing the app with the integrated mini player.
- Stay Organized: Navigate studies with improved structure and intuitive design.
- Customize Playback: Choose from ASL, Spanish, or Open Captions to suit your needs.
- Mobile Support: Access help or share feedback through the in-app Support feature.

We’re continuing to build a more unified, engaging Bible study experience, bringing together powerful teaching, immersive Scripture reading, and flexible study tools to help you grow anytime, anywhere. Lifeway On Demand is your trusted destination for rich, biblical content, offering a seamless way to watch, read, and grow in your knowledge of God and His Word. Access video studies, explore the CSB Bible, and engage with study resources all in one place.

## Key features

- Watch and learn studies offline
- Read the Christian Standard Bible
- Access digital Bible study eBooks
- Integrated mini player for browsing
- Organized study navigation
- Customizable ASL, Spanish, Open Captions

## What do users think of Lifeway On Demand?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Great Bible studies
- 🚀 Convenient on-demand access
- 💡 Helpful video teachings

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience
- 🔒 Lack of offline access for ebooks
- 🔒 Unable to cast videos to TV
- 👎 Navigation issues
- 👎 Accessibility challenges for visually impaired users

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Videos continue playing after pausing or exiting
- Purchased content not showing up in app
- Redemption code entry not easily accessible

**Most requested features**

- Landscape mode option
- Ability to keep track of ongoing studies
- Predictive text in search bar
- Seamless Chromecast/AirPlay integration
- Improved accessibility features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-on-demand/id1557674186/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Huge Loss Compared to the old CSB Bible App

*2026-07-11*

Really disappointed- I still have the old CSB app and it is a far better product, even today. The lifeway app opens to the library Screen- not where you left off in the Bible- it takes around 5 seconds and one click to get back to where you were reading. There are very few settings to change viewing and text preferences, no option to download audio, doesn’t work well offline, the search function doesn’t work near as well to quick search Bible passages, it takes multiple steps to highlight the text, the reference notes all have a cross symbol and do not correlate to the numbered references of the text. I have many other complaints but I digress. 

Bring back the old app! Or please fix this one. Upgrades are supposed to be better not worse. So disappointing :(

### 2/5 — NO Downloadable Content

*2026-07-01*

I’ve purchased E-book Bible studies, etc and came to realize this app needs internet 100% of the time for function. I contacted Lifeway customer service and they confirmed Bible studies, etc cannot be downloaded but are internet dependent. This is a major drawback to this app

### 3/5 — Ability to cast to a tv screen

*2025-10-10*

I don’t like that I can not cast from my phone to my tv. I have to watch my videos from my phone. I would love to watch it on the larger screen.

### 1/5 — Required Reader

*2025-07-26*

I downloaded another e-reader and then bought an ebook from Lifeway that stated I could use the reader to read. I can read it online through the website, but unable to read it through the app. The app states that I have no studies. Go figure!

### 3/5 — No Offline Access

*2025-05-31*

I love the idea of Lifeway. I don’t love the execution. I wanted to read my purchase on the plane during a five hour flight, and was unable to get access to the ebook without the internet. It’s unfortunate that the app can’t act like kindle for its ebooks. I understand needing access to the internet for the purchased videos, but I don’t for the ebooks. Kindle and Barnes and Noble have offline access that prevents off app downloading to protect authors from online piracy, so we know it can be done.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2025-03-04*

This is an amazing app that I use for studying the Bible! Highly recommended! Only thing this app needs now is a landscape option, which I think would be easier to use the app

### 3/5 — 2.1.5 version challenge

*2024-08-29*

The previous version worked great on my iPad Pro w/keyboard.  It supported picture in picture, and I could take notes on my iPad in Pages app while viewing the bible study teaching video in the upper left hand corner.  It also opened in either portrait or landscape view. This version opens only in portrait, and can be toggled to landscape.  When using a Magic keyboard, this is an extra step, that wasn’t previously needed.   PLEASE reconsider the limitation this is for someone with arthritis who finds it easier to type than handwrite notes, because you’ve rendered the viewing of the videos and subsequent note-taking via a keyboard useless.

### 3/5 — Missing link

*2024-08-26, version 1.6*

Where on the app is the link to “redeem/register” my code for video access?  I’ve serched and ???

### 1/5 — Studies are great, app is not

*2024-05-28*

Continues to play after you pause it, exit out or take a phone call. Doesn’t keep record of studies you are doing so each time you open app, you have to search for your study. Doesn’t have predictive text when typing in study name in search bar.

### 2/5 — Very inconsistent experience

*2024-04-23*

It's hard to find the bible studies you've purchased, and once you do, the videos are out of order. Also, when you speed up the videos they glitch... So, I tried downloading, but then it doesn't allow the sped up video. If you try to cast the video using air play, it does not abide by the speed settings. :-(

## Frequently asked questions about Lifeway On Demand

### What is Lifeway On Demand?

Lifeway On Demand is a digital platform that provides access to purchased Bible study resources, including video sessions and eBooks. It also features the Christian Standard Bible for reading Scripture. The app aims to offer a unified and engaging Bible study experience.

### What are the key features of Lifeway On Demand?

Key features include the ability to watch and learn purchased studies online or offline, read the full Christian Standard Bible, access digital Bible study eBooks, and use an integrated mini player for seamless browsing. It also offers organized navigation and customizable captioning options.

### Is Lifeway On Demand free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use, providing access to your purchased or redeemed studies and the CSB Bible. However, the content within the app, such as studies and eBooks, may require purchase.

### What devices is Lifeway On Demand compatible with?

The description mentions 'Mobile Support' and the ability to access help or share feedback through an in-app feature, indicating it is designed for mobile devices. Specific operating system compatibility is not detailed but it is available for mobile use.

### How can I use Lifeway On Demand for my Bible study?

You can use Lifeway On Demand to watch video studies, read the CSB Bible, and engage with your digital eBooks from Lifeway all in one place. The app's organized structure and integrated player allow you to study at your own pace, anytime and anywhere.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.1 — 2026-08-20

This release resolved minor issues related to video casting and airplay

### 2.9.0 — 2026-06-09

This release includes a few minor improvements

### 2.8.7 — 2026-05-27

This release includes a few minor improvements.

### 2.8.6 — 2026-03-18

This release includes some minor bug fixes.

### 2.8.5 — 2026-03-06

This release improves app performance

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