Major Milestone: 50 Million Plans Completed

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Congratulations. You’ve just completed 50 Million Bible Plans.

Not by yourself, of course. But if you’ve completed even one Reading Plan or Devotional in the Bible App, then you’ve contributed to this milestone. More than that, you’re a part of something much bigger: a worldwide movement of people actively seeking God through His Word.

Plans are the most popular Bible App feature. Millions of times every day, people just like you count on Plans to help them make engaging with Scripture a daily priority.

And, thanks to generous content partners, we’re constantly adding new Plans, each one developed to help you explore the Bible from different perspectives, experience it in new ways, and meditate on how its words should shape your life. Here are several that we’d recommend:

Who is this Man?
John Ortberg, 7 days

Adapted from John Ortberg’s bestselling book, this week’s worth of devotions focuses on the person and character of Jesus, and on his impact on the world — and on us.

Mornings with Jesus 2016: 7-Day Devotional
Guideposts, 7 days

Developed to help you draw closer to Jesus, Guideposts compiled this series of devotions from women authors who seek to bring you daily hope, direction, and practical biblical application.

Trusting God’s Process
Brittany Rust, 5 days

Blogger and speaker Brittany Rust helps you find strength and renewal by learning to trust the things that God is doing in your life, even when you face unforeseen circumstances and difficult seasons.

Through devotionals, Scripture, and prayer, discover the biblical perspective and foundations for what work is, what it should mean to us, and how we can honor God with our work.

No Fear: Standing Firm in Your Faith
Tony Perkins, 5 days

Speaker and syndicated radio host Tony Perkins inspires you to live more boldly, sharing stories of both biblical and modern-day heroes, ordinary individuals who chose to fear God rather than people.

Waiting Well
Cheri Strange, 3 days

Through short video devotionals, author and speaker Cheri Strange reveals a biblical strategy that will help you avoid emotional fits of impatience and doubt, even when you have to wait for God’s timing.

Find Your Next Plan

Get the Bible in the Languages of Nigeria

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Thanks to the generosity of visionary Bible society and translation partners, YouVersion is pleased to offer several Bibles in the languages of Nigeria, all available through the Bible App. Just tap any of the buttons below to select a Bible in that language:

Bíbélì Mímọ́:
Yoruba Bible
 

Littafi Mai Tsarki:
Hausa Bible
 

Bible Nso:
Igbo Bible
 

Alkawal Kesal Nder Fulfulde Caka Naajeeriya:
Fulfulde Bible
 

Bwok-basa Dagwi wuna-na-sira roso tanga pas:
Berom Bible
 

Alkawali Woiwoyi:
Gbagyi Bible
 

BAYỊBURU Ẹzaa:
Ezaa Bible
 

BAYỊBURU Izii:
Izii Bible
 

Nyaa Shɔɔ Ɓɔɔ Laa a Ɓɛɛ:
Mumuye Bible
 

Ikpa Mbuban, Ikpa Mbuban Eyi Katolik:
Obolo Bible
 

BAYỊBURU Ikwo:
Ikwo Bible
 


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About the Bible App

The Bible App has been installed on more than 365 million unique devices, all over the world. Developed by YouVersion, the Bible App offers more than 1,800 Bible versions, in more than 1,300 languages. And it’s always completely free.

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Featured Plans: Max Lucado, Tony Evans, Casting Crowns, Elevation Worship, and More

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Through daily excerpts from his new book, bestselling author Dr. Tony Evans helps you get to know God — his nature, his character, and his goodness — as you explore some of the many names he has in Scripture.

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In this devotional from Casting Crowns, the GRAMMY- and Dove-Award-winning artists walk you through the biblical meaning and practical application of songs from their new album, A Live Worship Experience.

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From Elevation Church, based out of Charlotte, NC, musicians and church leaders from Elevation Worship share lyrics from seven songs on their latest release, Here as in Heaven, along with the Bible passages that inspired them and how God’s Word can influence our lives.

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Pastor and author Dave Willis shares the “7 Laws of Love” found in Scripture and offers practical advice on how you can put love into action to bring health and healing to your relationships.

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Author Megan Shook Alpha helps you see through the changing whims of what society tells us is beautiful, leading you to a genuine understanding of authentic beauty — and how you can experience it for yourself.

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Pastor and author Max Lucado helps you face each new day with courage and faith, inspiring you with daily reminders that God is with you, and that with him he brings comfort, encouragement, and grace sufficient for the day.

Find Your Next Plan

He is risen!

He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.

Matthew 28:6 NIV

Today is the day! It’s finally here, Easter Sunday, the day that followers of Christ all over the world celebrate His resurrection. The Son of God who walked among us as a Son of Man was dead, but now He is alive again! The Bible says that Jesus made us holy by sacrificing Himself: one sacrifice for all time (Hebrews 10:5–14).

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Celebrate with us!

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Please join us in celebration, and help us spread the Good News: He is risen! Just click on the image above to share it now with your friends.

Introducing Events, the Newest Feature in the Bible App

If you’ve ever used the “Live” tab in the Bible App, then you’ll love the all-new feature we’re introducing today that replaces it. It’s called Events. Here’s what Events will do for you:

Discover

Don’t miss a thing.

The Discover tab helps you find services happening at your church, as well as other special events taking place nearby.

 

Follow-Along

Keep up with the action.

As you attend an Event, you’ll be able to follow along with its main points, Bible references, and more… all from inside the Bible App!

 

Notes

Capture the moment.

When God’s Word begins speaking to you through a message, take notes in your own copy of that Event, saved and synced to your free YouVersion account.

 

Share

Get the Word out.

Share the what, where, and when about an Event to invite your friends to it. Share portions of an Event you’re attending—key points, Bible verses, artwork, and more—to your social networks. Even export the entire contents of an Event, with or without your notes, to apps like Evernote or to your email.

 

Saved-Events

Take church with you.

Save an Event to your YouVersion account (including your notes) so you can study it more deeply later and still have the context. Revisit all your favorite Events whenever you want on your Saved Events tab.

 

Plans

Get it all.

Discover Bible Reading Plans and Devotionals that can help you go further with the messages that resonate with you. Start a new Plan, or save it for later… all from inside an Event.

 


What if my church isn’t using Events?

YouVersion Events is an all-new service, so it’s likely that the leadership at your church hasn’t heard about it yet. Just as with YouVersion Live, Events is a completely free service that we’re happy to provide to churches. If you’d like your church to use Events, click below to let your church leadership know about it.

Tell Your Church About Events
 


How do I get Events?

Events is a free feature in the Bible App. Events is all-new, so you need to make sure that you have the Bible App on your Apple or Android device updated to the latest version.

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Tell your friends about Events!

We hope that you’re connecting with the Bible every day, and that you’re involved in a local church. If you’re actively engaged in biblical community, then you already know how much those relationships can help transform your life. Help other people discover those same connections. Join us in spreading the Word:

 

 


Events: Frequently Asked Questions

What is Events?

Events is a completely free feature inside the YouVersion Bible App that helps you easily connect with church events that you’re attending. Events can also help you discover other church and special events happening nearby. If your church isn’t using Events yet, you can direct your church leadership to bible.com/features/events, where they can sign up for a free YouVersion account to begin creating their own Events. Our free administrative tools for Events make it easy for your church to share key message points, Bible references, artwork, external links, important church news, and more.

 

I don’t see Events in my Bible App. Where is it?

iOS: Events is under the More view (…) on your toolbar, after Videos. Android: Events is in the main menu, under Videos (tap the menu icon at the top left corner). If you don’t see Events, but you see a “Live” tab, then you are running an older version of the Bible App. Please update your Bible App to the latest version by visiting http://bible.com/app.

 

Do I have to update my Bible App to get Events?

Yes. Because Events is an all-new feature, you must update the Bible App to get it. (We recommend that you configure your device to receive automatic updates.)

 

Do I have to have a YouVersion account to use Events?

You can search for and view Events without a YouVersion account. But, if you would like to take notes or save an Event, you must have a YouVersion account. Signing up is simple, and YouVersion accounts are completely free. A YouVersion account gives you access to all of the most powerful features of the Bible App — Bible Plans, Verse Images, Highlights, Notes, and more — synced across all your devices. Visit bible.com/sign-up to get your free account now.

 

Does it cost anything to use Events?

No. The Bible App has always been free, and it always will be. Although Events is an all-new service, it’s an integral part of the Bible App.

 

How can I find an Event?

The Bible App needs access to location services on your device to find Events near you. If you’re looking for a specific Event and you know what it’s called, you can search using part of its title.

 

Do I have to attend an Event to see it in the app?

No. If you know an Event’s title or its location, you can search for it that way. But, the purpose of our Events feature is to help you engage more with Events that you attend.

 

Can I see Events that have already ended?

Yes, if you have saved the Event, or if you have a direct link to it. However, once an event has ended, it will no longer appear in Events search.