# Lifeway Reader > Digital reader and study tool for Lifeway-purchased eBooks and Bibles. (iPhone/iPad app by Lifeway Christian Resources.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-reader/id1594430709 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Lifeway Christian Resources](https://appshunter.io/developer/320421928) - Category: Education, Books - Price: Free - Rating: 2.20/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 9 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2021-12-16 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-reader/id1594430709/reviews.md ## What is Lifeway Reader? Use Lifeway Reader to read and interact with any Lifeway-purchased eBook including eBibles. Study the Bible with the included free copies of the Christian Standard Bible, King James Version, and many more. Annotate your eBooks with notes, highlights, and bookmarks. Read and study your Lifeway-purchased devotionals, short-term, and ongoing Bible studies; easily "fill in the blanks" for any workbook questions. Simply tap on any scripture reference and see the verse(s) displayed in a pop-up window. Search within a single book by keyword, phrase, and more; or search all the books in your library by content. ## Key features - Read Lifeway eBooks and eBibles - Annotate with notes, highlights, bookmarks - Fill-in-the-blank workbook support - Scripture reference pop-ups - Search within books and library - Includes free Bible versions ## Recent user reviews (10 of 29) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeway-reader/id1594430709/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work; frustrating. *2026-05-24* After a tremendous amount of effort, both on my part and on the part of the church secretary, I was finally able to briefly access the literature for the Bible study class of which I am a member. But, halfway through the study, I am no longer able to access the material. It still shows in my digital library, which was set up through the church’s account rather than through mine; but, when I click the link for the book, I am directed to LifeWay On Demand, which a customer support agent at LifeWay insisted I also install. Both the current ebook and the following one, both of which were ordered, appear in LifeWay Reader; but, when directed to LifeWay on Demand, it doesn’t even show the current book, but only the upcoming one. However, the upcoming book (the only one that appears in LifeWay On Demand) doesn’t come up, either, since it was initially ordered and accessed through LifeWay Reader. Now, this is preventing me from accessing the material, and I’m falling behind. Terrible app! Apparently, LifeWay On Demand is better; but I am currently unable to transfer the study material to it. Bummer! ### 1/5 — Awful app *2025-10-09* this is my first time using and it’s horrible. First, I always have to re-login with a pain. Also, I would like to take notes and there’s no place to take notes. Says workspace, but when I push it, there’s no way to take a note. Also, I would like to change the default Bible, and it has no way to do that so I have to change it every time I pull the Bible up. Thankfully, this Bible study is only five more weeks and I will be done with it. I was really hoping to enjoy not having another book on my shelf. ### 1/5 — Filled with rage *2025-09-05* I feel strongly that Jesus would have flipped tables if he had to use this app. If he used the desktop version legions of angels would be called down. ### 1/5 — Lifeway doesn’t care *2025-06-29* With all of the issues that this app has and features that it doesn’t, it’s obvious that Lifeway doesn’t care about. Ebooks are not a profitable item for them, so this gets zero support or attention. ### 2/5 — Much room for improvement *2025-03-21* Giving this app 2 stars. Please note that once you login, you need to remain logged in. Its very inconvenient having to login in multiple times throughout your study, if you navigate to other apps or pages. Also need for it to pick up where you leave off and need for it to remember my settings. Please provide a link for the lifeway podcasts. This app has so many possibilities, but right now, its terrible. ### 4/5 — Does what it says *2025-02-26* Very simple, no frills, no fuss, just to read your purchases & other good, available reading material, & I think make notes..! I just got this app, a bit frustrating to figure it out, some hints or directions might be nice. But if you’re interested in just reading your daily devotional & supporting material, its not that hard to figure to type in search, “Daily Devotional” & stop finding excuses in this very basic non intrusive little app. I love Lifeway daily devotionals, Blessings ### 3/5 — Small font, needs offline mode *2025-02-24* Even at the highest font size setting the text is too small. Also I should not need internet access to see my content. ### 1/5 — Difficult to use *2024-11-12* The Lifeway Reader app is the worst app in the App Store. Have used it for several years and I still find it a 30 minute exercise is trying to get my library to open up. ### 2/5 — Very unreliable *2024-10-07* I got this app for my mom to read her devotions but the profile won’t stay logged in. Very frustrating! Please fix this! ### 1/5 — I hate to leave a negative review but *2024-08-14, version 1.0.8* This Lifeway reader app is frustrating and very difficult to move around in…I feel like it’s taken us back in time it is so unfriendly to use. I have spent years studying using the Kindle app on my iPad and it is easy to use. After downloading a book from lifeway that I wanted to study, I was so frustrated with this app that I went to Amazon and ordered the book format. And only because it’s a study I really want to do. I like ebooks because it’s an excellent way for me to study. Lifeway produces so many wonderful study materials but do not offer them in Kindle or provide a user friendly app to read and study with. This seriously limits the number of books I can purchase from Lifeway. ## Frequently asked questions about Lifeway Reader ### What can I do with Lifeway Reader? Lifeway Reader allows you to read and interact with any Lifeway-purchased eBook, including eBibles and devotionals. You can annotate your content with notes, highlights, and bookmarks, and easily fill in the blanks for workbook questions. The app also provides quick access to scripture references in a pop-up window. ### Does Lifeway Reader come with free Bibles? Yes, the app includes free copies of popular Bible translations such as the Christian Standard Bible and the King James Version. These can be used for study directly within the reader. ### How can I search for content within the app? You can perform keyword searches within a single book or across all the books in your library. This allows for efficient content discovery and in-depth study of specific topics or verses. ### Is Lifeway Reader available on multiple devices? The provided description does not specify compatibility with multiple devices or operating systems. It focuses on the reading and study features available within the application itself. ### What is the cost of Lifeway Reader? Based on the information provided, Lifeway Reader is a free application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its core functionality. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.8 — 2023-06-28 Bug fixes ### 1.0.7 — 2023-01-13 Bug Fixes ### 1.0.6 — 2022-12-14 Minor bug fixes ### 1.0.4 — 2022-11-23 General bug fixes. 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