Word First

Word First

Bible Devotional & App Blocker

9 ratings
7 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 13, 2026
  • September 9, 2026

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This app helps you prioritize scripture by blocking distracting applications until you complete your daily reading. It offers a rich library of devotionals, contextual Bible study tools, and a journaling feature. You can also connect with friends for a shared, quiet reading experience.

App blocking until scripture reading is complete
Extensive library of devotionals
Greek & Hebrew context for deeper study
Shared reading with up to three companions
Private journal for reflections
Memorization mode
Mood-aware reading suggestions
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What's New in Word First

2.8

September 9, 2026

A quieter, warmer Word First — and a better first morning. Today has been recomposed so the whole morning fits one screen: your greeting, the candle, today's Scripture sized to be read, and one clear place to begin. Saved, Your Year, Companions, and the Prayer Library sit beneath as four quiet tiles. Your reflections now live in the Library beside your saved readings, verses, and highlights. Your first reading is ready the moment you finish setting up — no waiting for tomorrow. The first morning is open to everyone, and the first completed reading ends with the spent-candle moment it deserves. Setup is shorter and more honest: four questions instead of five, every screen can be tapped through, and the reading you personalise is the one you see on the way in. If you chose a morning time and turned on Quiet Mornings, that exact time is now the one your apps keep. The whole app shares one calm reading language: a single serif voice for Scripture and reflection, soft tonal surfaces instead of boxes and borders, and a smaller, truer candle whose light behaves like light. Under the hood, the day's reading advances reliably at your local midnight, and a chosen focus genuinely shapes which reading finds you. A new icon, too. For new members, pricing is 7 days free with the yearly plan, $39.99/year, or $7.99/month. Existing members keep their current price — and everyone who installed before this release keeps their access, unchanged.

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Subscription plans

Word First — Yearly

Full app access to all devotionals, app blocking, etc.

$39.991 Year
3 Days trial
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User reviews

Amazing!

This user-friendly app is serious business. Customizable to how you feel on any day. Just in time scriptures, prayers, and devotions. No data tracking. Just keeping you on track between you and God—and friends you may choose.

Amazing App

One of the best Bible apps I’ve come across. The devotionals are thoughtful, the Scripture study goes deep, and the added historical and original-language context makes each reading so much more meaningful. It feels less like scrolling through an app and more like actually spending time in God’s Word. Definitely worth checking out!
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Deep content - Love it!

Love this app! Makes it so easy to start my day off in the word.

Intimate and Catching

This devotional app brings a refreshing twist to daily spiritual reading by offering incredibly intimate and unique details. The immersive soundscapes—such as a candle being snuffed out—and audio presentations of historical voices truly stand out. It’s a thoroughly well-thought-out app that makes me excited to read and leaves me with ample options to dig deeper whenever I need greater understanding.
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The best for sure!

This devotional Bible app is by far the best app to use! I love the accountability it provides!! It’s seriously a game changer!!

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FAQ

What is Word First?

Word First is a devotional and app blocker designed to help users prioritize scripture reading. It blocks distracting apps until a set reading time is completed, offering enhanced readings and contextual study tools.

How does Word First work?

You choose which apps to block and set your reading length. When you open the app at your chosen time, a candle burns while you read. Once the candle extinguishes, your blocked apps become available again.

Does Word First have ads?

No, Word First is ad-free. The developers have intentionally excluded advertisements to enhance the user experience and focus on spiritual growth.

What kind of content is available in Word First?

The app features 372 devotionals across 22 topics, with enhanced readings including Greek & Hebrew context, commentary from historical expositors, and related passages. It also includes a prayer library and memorization mode.

Can I read with friends on Word First?

Yes, you can invite up to three companions to read together. You can see each other's candle light when the morning's reading is finished, fostering a shared quiet experience without social pressure.

What are the subscription options for Word First?

Word First offers a 3-day free trial, followed by a monthly subscription of $4.99 or a yearly subscription of $39.99. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled.

Is Word First available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Word First is currently supported on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android availability is not included.

How often is Word First updated?

The latest version of Word First is 2.5, released on July 24, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting the app is actively maintained.