If you’re new to the Bible, this free PDF resource is a helpful introduction with a summary of what’s inside, how to get started reading, a list of famous passages, how to find Bible passages to help you when you’re facing problems—and more!

New to the Bible? START HERE, a free PDF resource, can help! It’s a quick and surprisingly comprehensive introduction to the Bible, with just enough information for you to begin encountering the Bible’s life-changing message for yourself

There are four editions available for download. Inside of each you’ll find:

  • INSIDE THE BIBLE: an overview chart of the books that make up the Bible
  • WHAT’S IN THE BIBLE: a brief summary of every book in the Bible
  • HOW TO READ THE BIBLE: simple suggestions on how to read the Bible and keep notes on the many lessons you’ll learn
  • READINGS FOR SPECIAL DAYS: passages you may want to read on special days such as Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day, and even your own birthday
  • FAMOUS PASSAGES OF THE BIBLE: find those famous Bible stories you’ve heard—or heard about—time and again, but may never have read for yourself
  • FINDING HELP IN THE BIBLE: find passages that can help you when you’re facing a difficult problem, experiencing troublesome feelings, or wanting to support others
  • WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT GOD’S FORGIVENESS: learn how much God loves each one of us and what he has done to put us right with himself

You can also download editions with a Bible reading plan.

  • READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN A YEAR: a paced reading plan to guide you through the entire Bible in exactly one year

If you want an introduction to the Deuterocanon/Apocrypha, books included in many Bibles (especially Catholic and Orthodox Bibles), get one of those editions. Download your resource from one of the links here:

Standard Edition With One-Year Reading Plan
Standard Edition Start Here Start Here  with Reading Guide
With Deuterocanoncals/Apocrypha Start Here with Deuterocanonicals Start Here with Deuterocanonicals and Reading Guide