E52 - Why People Quit Reading the Bible (And How to Fix It) - A new Bible Reading Plan that Works

About this episode

This episode discusses why people stop reading the Bible and offers practical strategies to build a consistent reading habit.

📖 You Started Reading the Bible… Then Life Happened. Now What? Ever felt like your Bible reading plan started strong… and then quietly disappeared like your New Year's gym membership? 😅 You're not alone—and more importantly, you're not failing. In this podcast, we break down the real reasons people stop reading the Bible (hint: it's not what you think) and give you simple, practical strategies to build a routine that actually sticks—without guilt, overwhelm, or pretending you're suddenly a Bible scholar on day two. If you've ever thought: 👉 "I want to read the Bible more…" 👉 "I just don't understand it…" 👉 "Why can't I stay consistent?" This podcast is for you. We'll help you move from frustration → consistency → connection with God in a way that fits your real life. ⏱️ What You'll Learn Why motivation alone won't sustain your Bible reading habit The biggest mistake people make when starting (and how to fix it) Simple strategies to make Bible reading part of your daily routine How to actually understand what you're reading What to do when you fall off track (because you will—and that's okay) 💡 Key Takeaway This isn't about checking a box—it's about building a connection…

People in this episode

Host: Rochelle Goldberg

Topics covered

• Bible reading
• spiritual growth
• habit building
• consistency
• connection with God

Keywords

• Bible reading plan
• spirituality
• motivation
• habit formation
• daily routine

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Atomic Habits

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