Equipping people to engage with Scripture is a significant way church leaders and volunteers can support spiritual growth.
Yet many individuals—whether new to the faith or simply needing encouragement—aren’t sure where to begin or how to stay consistent with reading the Bible.
These free monthly Bible reading plans offer an easy and effective tool you can share with others in your church. Each plan provides short, focused passages centered around a theme, making it simple for anyone to build a steady habit of engaging with God’s Word.
They’re also useful for ministry leaders who regularly post Scripture online, prepare devotional moments, or encourage individuals in their small groups, classes, and volunteer teams.
Why Bible Reading Plans Are Helpful Ministry Tools
Offering someone a clear and structured reading plan can make a big difference in their spiritual life. These plans help people you serve to:
Develop a rhythm of Scripture reading
A simple plan lowers the barrier of “where do I start?” and helps individuals build consistency.
Stay focused on a meaningful theme
Each month provides verses around a key biblical topic—perfect for seasons of encouragement, prayer, or discipleship.
Find accessible passages that fit any schedule
Whether someone has just a few minutes, or a lot longer, each day’s reading is manageable and intentional.
For ministry teams, these plans can also be used for:
- Daily Scripture posts on social media or church communication channels
- Encouraging volunteers or small group members
- Providing structure for one-on-one mentoring and discipleship
- Offering themed resources to visitors, new believers, or members going through specific seasons
Free Monthly Bible Reading Plans
Each one-month plan is available in multiple printable formats. Here we’ll show you examples from the June theme, “Walking in the Freedom of Forgiveness.”
Here it is labeled for the month.
Or you can have it, theme only.
And here it is in a clean minimal design, to save on ink.
That flexibility allows churches to use them anytime throughout the year. The only one that might not fit well on other months of the year is the plan for December, since the backgrounds are more geared towards Christmas.
Every plan also includes a themed Bible study worksheet that individuals can use privately or in a small-group setting. It comes in a more decorated print.
Or a simpler print, to be able to print more easily.
These are available for download at the end of this article. You are welcome to share the link to this page with others in your church who might benefit.
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Premium Options for Deeper Engagement
If your ministry or small group is looking for additional structure, the premium versions of these plans offer more tools for reflection and spiritual growth, including:
- A prayer request log
- A note-taking page
- A daily Scripture observation and reflection worksheet
- More month-labeled and unlabeled designs (same info) for easy reuse
These can be downloaded individually or as a 12-month bundle—ideal for giving volunteers or church members a full year of guided Scripture engagement. Here’s a look at the 12 month bundle version, which is an excellent value for the amount of content it offers.
Here are the monthly themes included:
- January: Seeking God’s Wisdom
- February: Walking in the Light of Christ
- March: Comfort in Christ for Stressful Days
- April: God’s Power, Our Strength
- May: Finding God’s Rest
- June: Walking in the Freedom of Forgiveness
- July: The Lord Is My Strength
- August: Courage and Confidence in Christ
- September: Letting Go of Fear and Worry
- October: Overflowing with God’s Joy
- November: Thanking God in Every Season
- December: Christ Revealed: Names of Jesus
If you want to look at more options, we have another set of Bible reading plans on a different set of themes.
You may also want to consider if your church, or the person or group you have in mind, might be ready for longer daily passages. Consider recommending the One Year Bible, that will cover the whole Bible in one year.
You could also get the One Year Bible Reading Plan Pamphlet so that they can use it with their own Bibles, especially if they need a large-print Bible or super large-print Bible.
How Your Church Can Use These Plans
These reading plans aren’t just for personal use—they can be powerful ministry tools. Here are a few ways church leaders and volunteers can put them to work:
1. Discipleship & Mentoring
Offer a monthly plan to someone who wants to grow in their understanding of Scripture. These themed plans make it easy to guide new believers or encourage anyone needing spiritual support.
2. Group Engagement
Use a monthly theme as the foundation for:
- A women’s or men’s ministry emphasis
- A volunteer devotional
- A weekly small group starter
- A short-term Bible reading challenge
3. Daily Communication & Social Media
If you or your team post daily verses or encouragements, these plans provide ready-made content that stays on theme each month.
4. Visitor or New Member Gifts
Printed reading plans are simple but meaningful resources to include in:
- Welcome packets
- Information tables
- Follow-up materials for visitors
5. Pastoral Care & Encouragement
When someone is going through a challenging season, offering a themed reading plan can provide comfort and direction.
Download the Free Plans
If these resources would support your ministry, you can download all the free monthly reading plans below or through my Gumroad store.
- January: Seeking God’s Wisdom
- February: Walking in the Light of Christ
- March: Comfort in Christ for Stressful Days
- April: God’s Power, Our Strength
- May: Finding God’s Rest
- June: Walking in the Freedom of Forgiveness
- July: The Lord Is My Strength
- August: Courage and Confidence in Christ
- September: Letting Go of Fear and Worry
- October: Overflowing with God’s Joy
- November: Thanking God in Every Season
- December: Christ Revealed: Names of Jesus
Need a More Robust Resource?
Consider the full premium bundle for year-round discipleship or volunteer support. It provides structured reflection and additional tools for personal growth—ideal for ministry teams, leaders, and small group coordinators.
You can also explore more downloadable Bible study printables on our resource page.
Thanks for reading our post about Bible Reading Plans. You may also want to check out Printable Acts Prayer Model and Printable Prayer Request Cards.
