In that we are trying to offer an unbiased presentation of the Bible, we are not qualified to answer that question. We do offer the following verses that address the question: Deuteronomy 8:3 Romans 3:2 , Hebrews 5:12 , 1 Corinthians 2:13 , 2 Peter 1:21 , 3:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 2:13 , Revelation 22:18-19 , 2 Timothy 3:15-17 , Matthew 4:4, Luke 4:4 . If you approach the Bible with a common sense attitude, we believe the question is answered. Extrapolating on that, there are those that argue that man wrote and translated the Bible and therefore there are flaws in the book. We pose this question: Which has a stronger will, spirit of man or the Holy Spirit? We are all individuals and even though there are multiple translations perhaps the Holy Spirit devised the multiple translations so we can find one that best suits each of us as individuals. Many historical facts have been based on single ancient documents with no corroboration but when the Bible is presented people try to discredit it demanding additional evidence. Nonbelievers to try to discredit God's work continually which is why we felt compelled to offer this website. We only have two ways to communicate personally with God, through prayer and reading his word. We suggest you read the Bible and decide for yourself, see if the Holy Spirit moves you the way that it has us.

There are many passages that refer to this subject in the Bible and we suggest you read each of them 1 Timothy 4:13 , Deuteronomy 4:10 , 17:19 , 31:12 , Hebrews 13:7 , Job 34:2 , Jerehmiah 35:13 , Psalms 141:6 . Our favorite is Matthew 4:4(NIV) when Jesus rebuked the devil by stating “Man cannot live by bread alone but by every word breathed by God”. We take in daily bread therefore we need daily scripture. We have two personal ways to communicate with God, by prayer and by reading his Word. We are instructed to do both daily and through those actions we can grow in our faith.

Although just reading the Bible is commendable, we suggest that individuals approach the readings with proven methods that enable one to better interpret each daily passage. Individuals should start each reading with a brief prayer requesting help and guidance in interpreting the day's reading. We suggest that each group leader be prepared to offer insights with encyclopedias and concordance to add insight on the group forum each day. Compare multiple translations to better understand the context of the passages. The group can benefit greatly by discussing aspects on their private forum.

Although many argue about different translations, we believe the Holy Spirit works in us and helps us with interpretation. We let the scholars argue about wording and hope you read scripture choosing the translation you are most comfortable with. If confusion were to arise we have enabled a reader to compare multiple translations in a side by side format. If you don't see your preferred version, check back periodically as we are expanding our list of translations as we are able.

We believe that scripture is truly inspired by God and hope that as you read scripture, the Holy Spirit works through you to help with your interpretation. Interpretation is dependent on your personal beliefs, the translation chosen and what support data you have available. Support data can be your group leader, your minister, biblical encyclopedias, concordances, and translations. Each of us are different and have different comfort levels on this subject. Our goal is to just provide a platform to read the Bible.
Reading this document by Rev. Jim Mueller may provide more insight to the question of interpretation.

That is a loaded question and has been debated for centuries by a multitude of scholars. We suggest that each reader develop his or her own method of interpretation. This can be as simple as belief in the Bible as the actual word of God. It can also be as complex as using multiple sources of interpretation and ministerial guidance. We suggest you pray that the Holy Spirit give you guidance prior to each reading. Group leaders should have readily available resources to help discuss each day's reading in their private forum. If you are not sure of what is stated we suggest you seek advice in your forum or counsel from a more learned individual. We also have resources listed on our Links page. They are good! Check them out.

To help someone understand passages better, we offer the background window that informs a reader of the author, the location and what was occurring when the book was written. This helps the reader to keep the passage in context.

We want our website to cater to all individuals and by being in a group helps them read more. Beginners and those with time constraints may want to choose the daily passage program which are short quick daily readings. Intermediate readers may choose the condensed Bible in a Year program which involves a little more in each daily reading. Whereas those that truly want to challenge each other may want to choose the Bible in a year program for a more intense -- but still manageable -- daily readings.

The fact that most families rarely exceed 10 people and that 10 is a manageable size, we limit the number to that amount. If a church wants to participate in a accountability group program, we have a super group program in which the church participates in a forum but it is broken down by members of 40 to a group with a designated group leader. For ambitious people, we have fellowship groups of 40 for those outside of a church setting.

We offer three different sizes of reading groups and each is priced according to how much time and maintenance each group will require. The smallest reading group is Friends & Family which is limited to a maximum of 10 people at a cost of $5.00/month. For extended family and groups of friends, we offer the Fellowship Group which is limited to 40 people at a cost of $10.00/month. The most economical method of using our website is the Church and School Group which is designed for congregations. This group is divided into multiple Fellowship groups of 40 people and the fee is $5.00/month per discipleship group. The church group is more involved in that the church leader is involved in setting up a customized reading plan (very simple process that can be amended as you go) and can conduct online Bible study if they so desire.

Yes, there is a fee for groups that can be as low as $0.50 per person each month. The fee is to cover the cost of maintaining the website and hiring a person as the webmaster for the site. There are also commercial entities that require licensing software to pay for the Bible data we provide. The fee is paid for the group each month and an option exists to allow members within a group to provide for the fee each month. There is an additional option of receiving a 10% discount if the whole reading plan is paid for up front.

You can participate in a public group. We have scheduled start dates for readers and a public forum to participate in. Your privacy is protected and the webmaster will monitor the content of the forum and ban any inappropriate behavior.

The answer to both questions is "yes"! You can join a group at any point during its existance, but you will be behind your group-mates in the readings by as many days as have passed since the group began. You can catch up at your own pace, however, and you won't recieve notification emails for the days you've already missed.

In the "My Profile" page, under "My Groups", when logged in, there is a checkbox to indicate whether you'd like to recieve daily reminders of your readings, regardless of whether or not you've missed any.

After logging in, click the "My Profile" link under the "My Groups" menu, and you will be provided with a page that you may use to change all of your relevant information.

Our website was designed to only make it convenient to put the Bible in front of people with an accountability aspect. Although each staff member has personal beliefs and is associated with one of our local churches, we feel that promoting a particular belief would probably keep people from using this website. Our agenda is to put the Word out by using the internet and make it a fun interactive process for all interested parties. By doing so we hope people will grow in their faith and knowledge as Christians.

Absolutely. Although each staff member has personal beliefs and is associated with one of our local churches, we welcome any one to join and read the Bible. Our agenda is to put the Word out by using the internet and make it a fun interactive process for all interested parties.

Fire and brimestone!!!
No, just kidding.
You and your group leader will receive an email advising you that the previous day was missed and a link will be provided to the reader page. Once you get to the reader page the group stats at the top will show that you are behind by one reading. You can click on the timeline on the date you missed and the missed reading will appear. After reading and logging out, your name will no longer have a number by it. All group members will see that you are behind and hopefully contact you to encourage you to get current.

This is the same concept as when you exercise with a partner to help challenge and encourage you along. With a group, we have someone we can share our thoughts with and hopefully grow as a Christian. The individual's reader page shows who in the group is falling behind so you can try to encourage them to catch up. For many it becomes a competitive issue and most will even participate in the trivia and try to answer it first or complete the reading first.

Instead of reading and then finding and highlighting the passage in a real Bible we have simplified the process allowing you to store any number of favorite passages. The archive is formatted so that you can print the passages out to study anytime you are away from your computer.

Easy, start your own group and provide us with their names and email and we will contact them offering them an opportunity to join your group. If they choose to join, you will be notified and the reading will commence on your chosen start date. These email addresses will not be used for anything but inviting them to join your reading group.

Each day we post a trivia question with the previous day's answer. Most folks use this as a friendly competition between each other and see who is first to post the answer in their private group forum. Just another tool to keep readers engaged.

Your readings may not coincide with a particular season so we have a link to passages that applies to the holiday. The seasonal message will have Bible passages during Lent, Easter, Pentecost, Advent and Christmas. It just doesn't feel right if you don't have the corresponding Bible readings to offer.

The italicized passage refers to a prophesy that was either foretold or fulfilled. If you click on the italicized text the corresponding verse will appear in an additional window.

Yes! In fact, if you're a member of a Church group, you necessarily belong to multiple groups. To navigate between groups, click the "Change My Current Group" link under the "My Groups" menu. If you already have an account with Read Scripture.com, and are invited to another group, you will be presented with an option to log into your current user account instead of creating a new user when you accept the inivtation.