Have you ever tried reading the Bible without knowing where to start?

We are so glad you are here. For centuries the Bible has been a source of comfort and hope for many, and we want to invite you to explore these pages and discover this for yourself. 'Open This Book' is a resource to help those who are curious to find out more about the Bible, but don’t know where to start. We have collected the most helpful tools for you to begin your journey. Happy reading!

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For God so loved the world that he gave His only Son. Whoever puts his trust in God's Son will not be lost but will have life that lasts forever!

JOHN 3:16 (NLV)

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Life that lasts forever? 

I don’t know about you, but if this last year has taught me anything - it’s that nothing seems to last forever. Nothing feels certain. In the blink of an eye our lives can be turned upside down. So what does the bible mean when it talks about life that lasts forever?

That’s the message of Jesus - that for everyone who puts their trust in him death will not be the end. Just like Jesus came back from the dead so will they. But this life that lasts forever doesn’t start when we die, no, it starts now! Jesus taught us a whole new way to live, one that brings life to every area of our lives and it begins now. The question is, will you put your trust in him?

Resource Collection

Reading the Bible doesn't need to be confusing. We have compiled some of the most helpful free resources available online to help you get started.

YouVersion

Get the Bible on your phone! An easy way to read on the go and  compare translations.

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BibleProject

A nonprofit animation studio  producing short-form videos, helping you learn more about the unified story of the Bible.

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Lectio365

Lectio365 is a devotional app that helps you to reflect and pray with scripture every day.

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Glorify

Structure your daily worship and get into good habits with curated Bible readings, and guided meditation.

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Bible in One Year

Get an overview of the Biblical narrative by reading the whole Bible in a year along with daily devotional content.

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More of a paper person?

If you prefer to read on paper, we got you covered! Download our PDF book list below for our recommendations.

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Books are meant to be shared.

Reading the Bible is a great way to open the conversation - now it's time to expand it! At SOUL Church we explore the Bible through relationship and community with others; we do this through Sunday teachings and mid-week group discussions. We would love for you to grow with us too, why not join the conversation?

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