Curiously Kaitlyn The Case Against Bible Reading Plans
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Aug 5, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, Skye Jethani, an author and co-host of The Holy Post podcast, dives into the complexities of Bible reading plans. He questions whether these plans enhance our understanding or simply serve as a checklist. Skye explores the historical evolution of these methods, revealing their impact on biblical engagement. He critiques the modern approach, stressing the need for deeper, more immersive reading. His insights challenge listeners to rethink how they connect with scripture, moving beyond rigid structures towards a more meaningful spiritual journey.
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Kaitlyn's Youth Bible Reading Story
- Kaitlyn Schiess narrates her transformative experience starting to read the Bible daily at 15 after a personal spiritual encounter.
- She kept a journal documenting questions and growth, showing positive fruit from regular Bible reading in that season.
Private Bible Reading Is New
- Private daily Bible reading is a fairly recent Christian practice, becoming common from the 17th century onwards.
- Historically, scripture engagement was often communal or through visual representations, not individualized daily reading.
Bible Reading Plan Limits Understanding
- The Bible reading-in-a-year plan has become the assumed model of faithfulness, overshadowing other scripture engagement methods.
- This method often fragments scripture into disjointed readings, undermining understanding of its unified narrative.
