Advent Bible reading plan 2026
Twenty-six short readings, one for each day from the first Sunday of Advent (November 29) to Christmas Eve. They move from the promises in the prophets to the birth stories in Matthew and Luke. Each day has one question to look for in the text.
How to use it with a group
Read the same passage each day and bring your answer to the day's question when you meet. Week one covers the prophets' promises, weeks two and three the events around Jesus' birth in Luke and Matthew, and the last days step back to what the birth means.
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When does Advent start in 2026?
Advent 2026 begins on Sunday, November 29, the fourth Sunday before Christmas, and runs until Christmas Eve, December 24.
How long does each reading take?
Most passages take two to five minutes to read. Add a few minutes for the question and you are done in under ten.
Can I start late?
Yes. Start with today's reading and catch up on the earlier ones when you can, or simply skip them. Your ticks are saved in this browser.
Which translation should I use?
Any. The plan lists references only, so it works with whatever Bible you already read.
Is there an app for studying a whole book?
Wayfold, our iPhone app, takes you through a book chapter by chapter with questions and the verse behind every answer. Ruth and Jonah are free.
- The Christmas story in the Bible in order: Matthew vs LukeCompare Matthew and Luke, then build and print a two- or four-meeting Advent reading plan with dates, passages, and discussion questions.
- Jonah timeline: put the events in orderTest how well you know Jonah: tap the twelve events in order and see the exact verse that proves each one. Free, with the full timeline and study questions.
- Small-group session sheet linkEnter the passage, time and place, pick the discussion questions, and send one link. The group sees the plan, adds it to a calendar and can print it.