Read the Bible in One Year — And Actually Get It.
A 365-day Bible reading plan and daily 20-minute podcast hosted by Dr. Manny Arango. Understand every passage, stay on track, and finally complete the Bible—no confusion, no quitting.
You're standing at a crossroads...
A year from now, you'll wish you had started today. We've all been there—starting Genesis with high hopes, only to quietly close our Bibles a few weeks later. Without the right guidance, this next year might look like:
Watching another reading plan slip away by February
Wrestling with difficult passages alone
Carrying questions that never seem to find answers
A Bible that feels more overwhelming than inviting
Reading that feels more like a duty than a discovery
Here's what changes today: The Bible Dept. gives you daily guidance, clear structure, and real community. Together, we'll turn your Bible reading from a frustrating cycle into a transformative journey.
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Hey family 👋🏾
Reading the entire Bible and understanding God's wisdom transformed my thinking and my life. I want to help you do the same.
For the past year, our ARMA community has been our testing ground—real people, reading the real Bible, having real breakthroughs. And you know what? It worked. Like, really worked.
Now I'm excited to guide you through all 365 days—so that by next year, you won't just have read the Bible, you'll understand it.
1. Read Daily
Begin with the New Testament. It's like starting a workout plan—you build confidence before tackling the heavy lifting
2. Listen & Understand
Catch the daily podcast during your commute, workout, or coffee break. Dr. Manny connects the ancient dots to your modern life.
3. Grow in Community
Join a community of Bible nerds (yes, you’re going to be one!) just like you — all moving forward together.
"I've started and stopped reading my Bible cover to cover so many times. Allowing the busyness of life, interruptions and distractions to get in the way, I'd make excuses and quit only to start all over again the next year. Well, not this time. This is the year I remained consistent and finished to the very end!
Thank you Dr. Manny and the entire ARMA family! The online courses, the daily videos and this incredible community all played a part in keeping me focused, engaged and motivated towards achieving this personal goal."
FAQs
Looking for answers? We've been where you are. Here are the questions we hear most often about starting and completing The Bible Dept.'s reading plan.
20-30 minutes. That's it. We've carefully designed each day to include a readable portion of Scripture and a focused podcast episode that unpacks what you've read. Think of it like having coffee with a Bible teacher who helps you understand exactly what you just read.
You don't have to! There is a community of thousands of people who want the same thing you do—to understand Scripture deeply and apply it daily.
Join ARMA today to share questions, discover insights together, and encourage each other through our online community platform. It's like having a Bible study group in your pocket.
If you're on a streak, we're proud of you! If not, take a deep breath—you haven't failed. Our episodes and readings stay right where you left them. Jump back in with today's reading; don't get stuck trying to "catch up." Remember, this is about transformation, not checking boxes.
We tested this approach with our entire ARMA community before making it public. Real people, busy schedules, different backgrounds—and they finished. Better yet, they understood what they read.
The format works because it combines three essential elements: manageable daily readings, clear teaching from Dr. Manny, and a supportive community.
Whether you've been reading Scripture for decades or are just starting out, this plan meets you where you are. We begin in the New Testament, where familiar stories help build your confidence. Then, when we tackle more challenging books, Dr. Manny's daily guidance helps you grasp the deeper meaning and historical context.
Just your Bible and a way to listen to the podcast. That's it. We've created free resources for those who want them, but they're optional. The essential pieces—daily readings and Dr. Manny's teaching—are designed to work with whatever Bible translation you prefer.
Three things set us apart:
— We start with the New Testament to build momentum
— Every single reading comes with Dr. Manny's clear, relevant teaching
— You're part of a community, not just following a reading schedule
This combination addresses the main reasons people stop reading—confusion, isolation, and loss of momentum.
Yes. Listen to the podcast during your commute. Do the reading over lunch. Join community discussions while waiting for coffee. We've designed this to enhance your spiritual life, not complicate it. The plan adapts to your schedule, not the other way around.
The core of what you need—the daily readings and Dr. Manny's podcast episodes—is completely free.
For those wanting to go deeper, we offer ARMA courses. But here's what matters: whether you use just the free tools or add premium content, you're investing in something that lasts—a transformed understanding of Scripture that impacts every area of your life.
Because we've built this plan differently. The daily podcast means you're not trying to figure out difficult passages alone. The community means you have encouragement when motivation dips. The structure means you always know what's next. And starting with the New Testament means you build confidence before tackling more challenging books.
This isn't just another reading plan—it's a guided journey with support at every step.
A Year From Now, You'll Be Glad You Started Today.
Whether you've tried reading plans before or this is your first attempt, The Bible Dept. gives you everything you need to finally read and understand Scripture: daily guidance, clear teaching, and real community.
Take your first step toward confidently understanding God's Word—join us today.
