# Read the Word — Read the Bible every day!

> Bible reading app with plans, progress tracking, and daily reminders. (iPhone/iPad app by Manuel Metzger.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-the-word/id1572098418 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Manuel Metzger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572098420)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.1 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, German (Germany), Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2021-07-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-the-word/id1572098418/reviews.md

## What is Read the Word?

Do you want to read the Bible, but don’t know where to start? Have you tried in the past but given up? This app will help you build a healthy schedule that makes reading the Bible fun and not a chore. 

*** A minimalist intuitive interface ***
Everything you need to know is at your fingertips. Just tap on the current reading part to open it in your favourite Bible translation. 

*** Read as much as you want ***
This app will make you feel good about Bible reading, encouraging you to read just a little bit every day. It will show you when you will finish at your current pace. Read as fast or slow as you want and keep counting the days you have read the Bible every day. 

*** Choose from different reading plans ***
Do you want to read the Bible in a new way? There are four different plans to choose from. For example try reading the book of books the way things happened chronologically. You will gain a deeper understanding of Bible events and discover astonishing connections. You can participate in all four plans in parallel, your progress will be saved in every one. 

*** Exciting Achievements ***
Keep motivated about reading the Bible with a diverse array of exciting achievements. Do you have what it takes to become an Expert Copyist (Ezra 7:6)?

*** Schedule reminders ***
You can schedule reminders for a specific time each day to make reading the Bible a daily habit. 

*** No propaganda ***
This app stores data about your reading plans only locally and there are no advertisements. It’s completely free to use. 

Start reading the worlds most important book today!

Please contact me at developer.mmetzger@gmail.com for feature requests or if you want to help with translation.

## Key features

- Minimalist intuitive interface
- Customizable reading pace
- Multiple reading plans
- Chronological reading option
- Progress tracking
- Exciting achievements
- Daily schedule reminders

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-the-word/id1572098418/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best bible reading app

*2026-06-24*

Literally the best, read the bible chronology in a year and really loved it.  And i can’t wait to try the other versions.  But first app that kept me accountable and enjoyable.

### 1/5 — Übersetzung der Zeugen Jehovas

*2026-01-24*

An sich schön, dass es Bibel Apps gibt wie diese, die zum Lesen von Gottes Wort motivieren. Leider ist die standardmäßig eingestellte Bibelübersetzung die „Neue-Welt-Übersetzung“ der Zeugen Jehovas Sekte, die klar von der ursprünglichen Bibel abweicht. Außerdem wurde ich bereits bei der ersten Nutzung der App innerhalb des Leseplans auf die JW.org der Zeugen Jehovas weitergeleitet. Das sollte man wissen, wenn man diese App nutzen will.

### 3/5 — Não contabiliza minha sequência de leitura

*2025-01-04, version 2.29*

App muito bom, ótimo pra acompanhar a leitura. Só não curti que ele não salva a sequência dos dias que li🫠

### 4/5 — Gut

*2024-12-01*

Die App ist schön und simpel aufgebaut und bietet verschiedene Wege, die Bibel zu lesen. Beim lesen wird man allerdings auf eine Webseite weiter geleitet.

### 5/5 — Die beste App für chronologisches Bibellesen

*2024-11-03*

Ich hab echt lange nach eine Möglichkeit gesucht die Bibel chronologisch zu lesen. Die App ist das Beste was im Internet zu finden ist. Hilfreich finde ich die verschiedenen Bibelübersetzungen die zur Auswahl stehen.

### 4/5 — Loved it until recently

*2024-07-27*

I’ve been using this app for awhile and have really enjoyed it because it interfaced flawlessly with JWLibrary. However recently it opens the Bible in JW.org instead. I don’t like that because I can’t add “gems” like I can in JWLibrary. Any way to get it to go back to opening the Bible in JWLibrary???

**Developer response:** Dear TreasRseeker, 
thank you for your valuable feedback. Whether links open in JW Library or on jw.org depends on your system settings in iOS. My app has no control over this process. Usually this problem can be resolved by deleting JW Library and reinstalling it again. Please make sure to do a backup of your study notes beforehand. Please feel free to write me an email at developer.mmetzger@gmail.com if you need further assistance.

### 5/5 — Mehr thematische Reheinfolgen

*2024-01-20*

Die App ist super und motiviert zum täglichen Bibel lesen.
Allerdings wäre es schön, für jeden Wochentag ein anderes Themengebiet zu lesen. 
Es gibt einen Plan als PDF, dort ist z.B. Montag das Gesetz, Dienstag Geschichte, Mittwoch Psalmen, Donnerstag Peosie, Freitag Prophetische Bücher, Samstag die Evangelien und Sonntag die Briefe.

Es wäre sehe schön, wenn man das in der App umsetzen könnte.

### 5/5 — Excelente!

*2023-11-18, version 2.24*

Es justo como esperaba, me ha ayudado mucho, el enlace a JW Library es lo mejor! En JW.org hay un programa de lectura de la Biblia, ¿es posible hacer un programa de lectura donde diga que capítulos leer cada día para ir a la par con ese programa? Porque tengo que ir a ese programa de lectura siempre aunque existe esta app.

### 3/5 — Crashed right away

*2023-11-01*

I couldn’t even get started. It tried to go into JW Library and immediately crashed.  Too bad, I liked the look of the new features.

**Developer response:** I’m sorry to hear that. Investigating the matter I found out it was not my app that crashed but rather JW Library. There is a bug that crashes the app when you open a Bible link and have both JW Library and JW Sign Language installed. Uninstalling one app will solve the issue. As I’m not involved in developing JW Library unfortunately this issue is out of my control.

### 5/5 — Wunderbar

*2023-08-30*

Herzlichen Dank für die tolle Idee und die Anstrengung dahinter. Es war sicher nicht leicht, aber es hat sich gelohnt. Sehr verständlich und hilfreich zugleich. Die Ergänzung mit den andern Übersetzungen ist einfach wundervoll. Es ist nicht wichtig woher die stammt, sondern wie genau und umfangreich diese ist. Alleine die Querverweise sind zum Studium der Bibel ohne gleichen. Herzlichen Dank dafür.

## Frequently asked questions about Read the Word

### What does the Read the Word app do?

This app is designed to help users build a consistent habit of reading the Bible. It provides a structured approach with various reading plans, progress tracking, and motivational elements to make Bible reading enjoyable and less of a chore.

### What are the key features of this Bible reading app?

Key features include a minimalist and intuitive interface, the ability to read at your own pace and track your progress, four different reading plans (including a chronological option), motivational achievements, and the ability to schedule daily reminders.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. It does not contain any advertisements or propaganda, and all your reading plan data is stored locally on your device.

### What kind of reading plans are available?

The app offers four different reading plans to help users explore the Bible in new ways. One notable plan allows you to read the Bible chronologically, as events unfolded, which can lead to a deeper understanding and reveal astonishing connections between events.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is for anyone who wants to read the Bible but may not know where to start, or for those who have tried and given up in the past. It's designed to encourage daily reading and make it a sustainable habit.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.29 — 2024-09-15

Italian translation

### 2.28 — 2024-01-02

Bug fixes: Some texts did not show up correctly, now they do.

### 2.25 — 2023-12-28

Russian translation

### 2.24 — 2023-11-09

Dutch translation!

### 2.23 — 2023-10-28

New: Achievements for Bible Reading to keep you motivated! Additionally, depending on your current reading streak you can now earn a reading rank. Enjoy Bibel reading!

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| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Read Your Bible](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-your-bible/id1598921874) | — | Free | Education |

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## Related topics

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