The Bible

Genesis Genesis recounts God's creation of the world, the fall of humanity, and the origins of His covenant people through Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. 50 chapters · 1,533 verses Exodus Exodus recounts God's dramatic deliverance of Israel from Egyptian slavery and the establishment of his covenant with them at Sinai. 40 chapters · 1,213 verses Leviticus Leviticus establishes God's holy standards for worship, sacrifice, and daily life among His redeemed people Israel. 27 chapters · 859 verses Numbers Numbers recounts Israel's wilderness journey from Sinai to the plains of Moab, marked by faithlessness, divine discipline, and renewed hope. 36 chapters · 1,288 verses Deuteronomy Moses addresses Israel on the plains of Moab, renewing God's covenant before the people enter the Promised Land. 34 chapters · 959 verses Joshua Joshua records Israel's entry into and conquest of Canaan, fulfilling God's covenant promise of a homeland to Abraham's descendants. 24 chapters · 658 verses Judges Judges chronicles Israel's repeated cycle of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance through God-appointed leaders called judges. 21 chapters · 618 verses Ruth Ruth's faithful loyalty to Naomi and her God leads to redemption, blessing, and a place in Israel's royal lineage. 4 chapters · 85 verses 1 Samuel First Samuel chronicles Israel's transition from tribal judges to monarchy through the lives of Samuel, Saul, and David. 31 chapters · 810 verses 2 Samuel Second Samuel chronicles David's reign as king, his triumphs and failures, and God's enduring covenant with his royal line. 24 chapters · 695 verses 1 Kings First Kings chronicles the reign of Solomon and the tragic division of Israel into two rival kingdoms through disobedience. 22 chapters · 816 verses 2 Kings Second Kings chronicles the decline and fall of both Israel and Judah through unfaithful kings and repeated covenant violations. 25 chapters · 719 verses 1 Chronicles First Chronicles retells Israel's history from Adam through David, emphasizing worship, covenant faithfulness, and proper devotion to God. 29 chapters · 942 verses 2 Chronicles 2 Chronicles traces the reigns of Judah's kings, calling God's people to faithful worship and humble repentance. 36 chapters · 822 verses Ezra Ezra recounts the return of Jewish exiles from Babylon and the restoration of worship and covenant faithfulness in Jerusalem. 10 chapters · 280 verses Nehemiah Nehemiah leads the exiles returning to Jerusalem in rebuilding the city walls and renewing covenant faithfulness to God. 13 chapters · 406 verses Esther Esther recounts how a Jewish queen courageously saved her people from genocide in the Persian Empire. 16 chapters · 167 verses Job Job explores profound suffering and divine sovereignty through the story of a righteous man tested beyond all human endurance. 42 chapters · 1,070 verses Psalms A rich collection of 150 Hebrew poems and songs expressing the full range of human experience before God. 150 chapters · 2,461 verses Proverbs Proverbs offers timeless wisdom for daily life, rooting the fear of God as the foundation of all true knowledge. 31 chapters · 915 verses Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes explores life's meaning and human striving, ultimately pointing to reverence for God as wisdom's foundation. 12 chapters · 222 verses Song of Solomon A lyrical celebration of love and desire between a bride and groom, reflecting God's gift of human intimacy. 8 chapters · 117 verses Isaiah Isaiah proclaims God's judgment on sin and His glorious promise of redemption, culminating in the coming Messiah. 66 chapters · 1,292 verses Jeremiah Jeremiah records God's urgent call to repentance before Jerusalem's fall and promises a future new covenant of grace. 52 chapters · 1,364 verses Lamentations Lamentations mourns the destruction of Jerusalem, expressing deep grief while clinging to hope in God's enduring faithfulness. 5 chapters · 154 verses Ezekiel Ezekiel records the visions and prophecies of a priest-prophet calling exiled Israel to repentance and promising future restoration. 48 chapters · 1,273 verses Daniel Daniel recounts God's faithfulness to His people during exile and reveals His sovereign plan over all nations and history. 14 chapters · 357 verses Hosea Hosea portrays God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel through the prophet's own heartbreaking marriage to an adulterous wife. 14 chapters · 197 verses Joel Joel calls God's people to repentance through the imagery of a devastating locust plague and the coming Day of the Lord. 3 chapters · 73 verses Amos Amos boldly declares God's judgment on Israel's social injustice and empty religion, calling the nation back to true covenant faithfulness. 9 chapters · 146 verses Obadiah Obadiah pronounces God's judgment on proud Edom for betraying Judah and proclaims ultimate hope for God's people. 1 chapter · 21 verses Jonah Jonah tells of a reluctant prophet whom God sends to Nineveh, revealing His mercy extends to all nations. 4 chapters · 48 verses Micah Micah boldly confronts Israel's injustice and idolatry while proclaiming God's enduring mercy and the promise of a coming deliverer. 7 chapters · 105 verses Nahum Nahum proclaims God's righteous judgment against Nineveh, assuring Judah that the cruel Assyrian empire will fall. 3 chapters · 47 verses Habakkuk Habakkuk wrestles honestly with God over injustice and learns to trust divine sovereignty amid suffering and uncertainty. 3 chapters · 56 verses Zephaniah Zephaniah proclaims coming judgment on Judah and the nations while promising restoration and joyful renewal for God's faithful remnant. 3 chapters · 53 verses Haggai Haggai calls the returned exiles to rebuild Jerusalem's temple, promising God's blessing and renewed glory. 2 chapters · 38 verses Zechariah Zechariah calls restored exiles to faithfulness through vivid visions, messianic promises, and hope in God's sovereign redemption. 14 chapters · 211 verses Malachi Malachi calls a spiritually complacent post-exilic Israel to renewed covenant faithfulness, promising both judgment and restoration. 4 chapters · 55 verses

Matthew Matthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah-King, fulfilling Jewish Scripture and calling all nations into His kingdom. 28 chapters · 1,071 verses Mark Mark's Gospel presents Jesus as the powerful, active Son of God who came to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. 16 chapters · 678 verses Luke Luke presents Jesus as the compassionate Savior of all people, emphasizing grace, inclusion, and the Holy Spirit's work. 24 chapters · 1,151 verses John John's Gospel presents Jesus as the divine Word made flesh, calling all people to believe and receive eternal life. 21 chapters · 879 verses Acts Acts traces the Holy Spirit's power transforming a small band of disciples into a church spanning the Roman world. 28 chapters · 1,007 verses Romans Paul's masterful letter unpacking how God's righteousness saves both Jews and Gentiles through faith in Jesus Christ. 16 chapters · 433 verses 1 Corinthians Paul addresses divisions, moral failures, and doctrinal confusion in the young, gifted, yet troubled church at Corinth. 16 chapters · 437 verses 2 Corinthians Paul defends his apostolic ministry and calls the Corinthians to reconciliation, generosity, and confidence in Christ's sufficiency. 13 chapters · 257 verses Galatians Paul's passionate defense of salvation by grace through faith alone, against legalistic distortions of the gospel. 6 chapters · 149 verses Ephesians Paul exalts Christ as head of the church and calls believers to walk in unity, holiness, and love. 6 chapters · 155 verses Philippians Paul's joyful letter to the Philippian church encourages unity, humility, and unwavering contentment found only in Christ. 4 chapters · 104 verses Colossians Paul's letter to Colossae exalts Christ as supreme over all creation and guards believers against false teaching. 4 chapters · 95 verses 1 Thessalonians Paul encourages a young church in Thessalonica, urging faithfulness amid persecution and hope in Christ's return. 5 chapters · 89 verses 2 Thessalonians Paul reassures a persecuted church about Christ's return while correcting misunderstandings about the end times. 3 chapters · 47 verses 1 Timothy Paul instructs Timothy on church leadership, sound doctrine, and godly conduct within the household of faith. 6 chapters · 113 verses 2 Timothy Paul's final letter urges Timothy to remain faithful, guard sound teaching, and endure hardship for the gospel. 4 chapters · 83 verses Titus Paul instructs Titus on appointing godly leaders and living sound doctrine in the churches of Crete. 3 chapters · 46 verses Philemon Paul appeals to Philemon to receive back his runaway slave Onesimus as a beloved brother in Christ. 1 chapter · 25 verses Hebrews Hebrews presents Jesus as the supreme High Priest who fulfills and surpasses the entire Old Testament covenant system. 13 chapters · 303 verses James James calls believers to live out authentic faith through practical wisdom, perseverance, and compassionate care for one another. 5 chapters · 108 verses 1 Peter Peter encourages scattered believers to stand firm in faith and holy living amid suffering and persecution. 5 chapters · 105 verses 2 Peter Peter urges believers to grow in faith, warns against false teachers, and affirms the certainty of Christ's return. 3 chapters · 61 verses 1 John John writes to reassure believers of eternal life while calling them to love one another and reject false teaching. 5 chapters · 105 verses 2 John A brief letter urging believers to walk in love and truth while guarding against deceptive teachers who deny Christ. 1 chapter · 13 verses 3 John A personal letter from the Apostle John commending faithful Gaius and warning against the divisive, power-hungry Diotrephes. 1 chapter · 14 verses Jude Jude urgently calls believers to defend sound faith against false teachers who corrupt grace and deny Christ's lordship. 1 chapter · 25 verses Revelation A prophetic vision given to John revealing Christ's ultimate triumph over evil and the restoration of all things. 22 chapters · 404 verses