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    Bible-in-a-Year Reading Tracker

    A free printable checklist for reading through all 66 books of the King James Bible — perfect for personal goals, small groups, or family devotions.

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    About this printable

    Reading the entire Bible can feel overwhelming — this printable tracker breaks it into something tangible: 66 boxes you check off, one for each book. Whether you're tackling a Bible-in-a-year plan, a chronological reading, or simply working through Scripture at your own pace, this tracker gives you a visual record of your progress. Includes the chapter count for every book so you can plan your reading.

    What's inside

    • Cover page with brand-aligned design
    • Old Testament tracker: all 39 books with checkboxes and chapter counts
    • New Testament tracker: all 27 books with checkboxes and chapter counts
    • Reading notes page with ruled lines for reflections and prayer
    • Optimized for US Letter — prints cleanly on any home printer

    Why this printable matters

    Most Christians own a Bible. Far fewer have ever read it cover to cover. The reason is rarely lack of desire — it is lack of structure. Without a visible plan and a way to mark progress, a Bible-reading goal quietly slips out of view by February. This tracker is designed to fix that. There is something powerful about a physical checkbox: it converts an invisible spiritual goal into a visible, tactile one. Every check is a small act of worship — evidence that you actually opened the Word and let God speak. A year from now, a fully checked tracker is more than a record; it is a testimony. The tracker is plan-agnostic on purpose. Pair it with a chronological reading plan, the classic M'Cheyne plan, a one-year canonical schedule, or a simple "one chapter a day" pace. Reading the King James Bible at a moderate pace of about 12 minutes a day will get you through all 66 books in roughly twelve months. Tape it to the inside cover of your Bible. Stick it on the fridge. Hand a stack to your small group on January 1. The discipline of daily Scripture reading is one of the most life-shaping habits a Christian can build — and a printable tracker is a surprisingly powerful tool for building it.

    Verses featured in this PDF (KJV)

    "This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success."
    — Joshua 1:8
    "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."
    — Psalm 119:105
    "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works."
    — 2 Timothy 3:16-17

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    How to use this printable

    1. 1

      Pick a pace, not a deadline

      Three chapters a day finishes the Bible in roughly a year. One chapter a day finishes it in about three. Either is faithful — pick what you can sustain.

    2. 2

      Read in the same place daily

      Habit researchers agree: location matters more than time. Pick one chair, one corner — and let your tracker live there.

    3. 3

      Check off books, not chapters

      The tracker is intentionally book-level. This keeps the page from looking overwhelming and gives you a satisfying win every few days.

    4. 4

      Use the notes page

      When a verse hits you, jot the reference and a sentence. By year's end you'll have a personal devotional record.

    5. 5

      Read it together

      Print copies for your family, small group, or church. Reading the same passage and discussing it weekly multiplies what you learn.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is this Bible tracker free?

    Yes — completely free to download, print, and share. No email signup or account required.

    Does this follow a specific Bible-in-a-year plan?

    No — it's translation- and plan-agnostic. Use it with any reading schedule (chronological, canonical, M'Cheyne, etc.) or simply at your own pace.

    Can I print one for everyone in my small group?

    Yes! This is designed to be printed and shared. Pastors and small group leaders, please feel free to make as many copies as you need.

    What translation is referenced?

    All resources on Bible Sundays use the King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain.

    Why a printable instead of a phone app?

    Many readers find that physically checking off a book helps with motivation and accountability — and a paper tracker on your fridge or Bible cover never gets buried by notifications.

    What paper size and printer settings should I use?

    The PDF is sized for US Letter (8.5 × 11 in). Print at 100% scale, portrait orientation. For A4 paper, select 'Fit to printable area' in your printer dialog — checkboxes stay aligned and the layout shifts only ~2 mm at the margins.

    Can I print this double-sided to save paper?

    Yes — the tracker is designed as a single page, but you can pair it back-to-back with another printable (like the Prayer Journal or 30-Day Verse Journey) using your printer's duplex setting. Use 24 lb paper or heavier to prevent show-through.