The Annual Reading Plan Case Study | ep5

Why: A high level understanding of God’s word is critical to the Christ follower. 

It is important for us to know God’s word deeplyIt is also important for us to know God’s word broadlyIt Builds confidence in those who are inexperienced reading their Bible

How: Here is how we’ve done it to great success

Brand the year (this means plan ahead! We had everything finished by Early November)

Brand subseries Creates a rhythm Creates entry points for new people Creates onramps for people who have stopped 

Preach what you are reading

Every plan I’ve seen fail was disconnected from weekend messagesIdentify challenging topics and ideasInterject midweek content to unpack additional challenges

Give people tools

We printed JournalsWe printed reading plans for the year We printed reading plans for each seriesConstant reminders and encouragement

Keys to success

All in - Everyone participates in the reading (small groups, weekends, midweek, (bonus points for kids and students)Tackle hard subjects when the arise Builds confidence for those reading for the first time - they have a guide!Gracious accountability - encourage getting back on board, don’t chastise getting off track

Bottom line:

When you communicate on purpose, it can lead to significant spiritual growth for those in your congregation.