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Follow our Bible reading plan or design your own! Through daily pursuit, let your mind be renewed, grow in His life, for the building up of the body of Christ.

Today's Reading

Old Testament

2 Sam 5:1~7:29

2 Sam 5:1 Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron; and they spoke, saying, Here we are; we are your bone and your flesh.

New Testament

Luke 23:26~56

Luke 23:26 And as they led Him away, they laid hold of Simon, a certain Cyrenian, coming from the country, and they placed the cross upon him to carry it behind Jesus.

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Today's Verse

2 Sam 5:3
And all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron. And King David made a covenant with them in Hebron before Jehovah, and they anointed David ¹king over Israel.

Important Footnote

2 Sam 5:3 footnote 1

In2 Sam. 2:4David was anointed king over the tribe of Judah. Here David was anointed by the other tribes (vv. 1-5) and established by God as king with his kingdom exalted for the sake of God’s people Israel (vv. 6-25). Saul had tried to exalt himself with his monarchy, but he did not succeed. In contrast, in relation to David God did everything to establish and exalt him and his kingdom for the sake of God’s people (cf.Matt. 23:12). David’s history, particularly the record in1 Sam. 18:1through2 Sam. 5:25, shows that the sovereign God was moving and acting behind the scenes, directing everyone and every situation in order to build up His kingdom in His elect through the proper person for the carrying out of His economy.

Key Features

Diverse Bible Reading Plans

Offers various plans such as reading the Bible in a year, topic-based plans, and quick reading options

Custom Bible Reading Plan Generator

Generate your own plan based on start date, reading volume, and chapters

Export Bible Reading Plans

Supports exporting to PDF and Excel for easy printing and sharing

Additional Bible Information

Includes key Bible verses, book introductions, and subjects

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Bible reading and our platform

What is DayByWord?

DayByWord is a professional Bible reading plan platform designed to help you establish daily Bible reading habits. We offer a variety of built-in reading plans, custom plan creation features, and rich Bible study resources, including 1000 important verses, book introductions, and verse flashcards.

What built-in reading plans does the platform offer?

We offer various built-in reading plans, including: Read the Bible in One Year (365 days), New Testament in 40 Days, Four Gospels in 50 Days, Paul's Epistles in 30 Days, Four Core Epistles in 20 Days (Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians), and Old Testament in 90 Days. You can choose a plan that suits your schedule and needs. You can also create custom reading plans to meet your personal requirements.

How do I create a custom reading plan?

You can generate a personalized reading plan through the 'Create New Plan' feature on the 'Reading Plans' page. You can choose the plan type (default one-year plan, plan with custom start date, or fully custom plan), set the start date, starting book, ending book, and daily chapters to read. The system will automatically generate a complete reading plan for you.

How do I view today's reading content?

In the 'Today's Reading' section on the homepage, you can view the Old Testament and New Testament reading content for the day. The platform will automatically display the corresponding verses based on your selected reading plan. You can also click 'Read More' to view the complete reading content, or check the entire month's reading schedule through the 'Reading Calendar'.

What Bible version does the platform use?

We use the Recovery Version Bible. The Recovery Version Bible is translated from the original texts, characterized by faithfulness to the original, emphasis on spiritual revelation and life experience, and includes extensive footnotes, cross-references, and outlines, aiming to help believers gain a deeper understanding of God's word. For more information about the Recovery Version Bible, please refer to: https://www.recoveryversion.bible/intro.html.

How do I track my reading progress?

The 'Reading Calendar' on the homepage clearly displays your reading history and upcoming schedule in a monthly view. Each day's reading content is marked on the calendar, with today's date highlighted. You can easily view read and unread content through the calendar, keeping track of your reading progress at any time.

Can I export my reading plan?

Yes! On the plan details page, you can export your reading plan. We support two formats: Excel format (convenient for viewing and editing in spreadsheets) and PDF format (suitable for printing and sharing). The exported file contains the complete reading plan, including dates, Old Testament content, New Testament content, and other information.

What study resources does the platform provide?

We provide rich Bible study resources: 1) 1000 important verses, categorized by themes (truth, life, life practice, service, high peak of divine revelation, etc.); 2) Book introductions and themes, including author, time and place of writing, and subject; 3) Verse flashcards, helping you learn and memorize important verses through interactive methods.

What if I miss a day of reading?

Don't worry! You can easily access the reading content from any previous day through the reading calendar. The platform is designed to be flexible, allowing you to read at your own pace. You can catch up on missed content at any time, or read ahead for future content - it's completely up to you.

What languages does the platform support?

Currently, we support three languages: English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. You can switch languages at any time through the language switcher in the top right corner of the page. All content, including reading plans, resources, and interface text, will automatically switch according to your selected language.

Is the platform free?

DayByWord is a free platform. All features, including reading plans, study resources, and export functions, are available at no cost. Our goal is to help more people establish daily Bible reading habits and enjoy God's word.

Can I use it on mobile devices?

Absolutely! DayByWord uses responsive design, perfectly adapting to various devices including phones, tablets, and computers. No matter what device you use, you'll get a smooth reading experience. The mobile version is specifically optimized for navigation menus and calendar display, allowing you to use the platform conveniently anytime, anywhere.