6 Best Bible Reading Apps for Families

Bible reading doesn’t have to be a once-a-week event on Sunday mornings. These apps give young people and families a chance to engage with Scripture in the spaces where they already spend time—on their phones and tablets.

As ministry leaders, we can:

• Recommend age-appropriate apps to families.

• Encourage shared reading plans for small groups.

• Spark conversations by asking kids what they’ve discovered through the app they’re using.

Small nudges like these can help kids grow lasting habits of engaging with God’s Word.

Thankfully, there are some excellent apps designed to make Bible reading accessible, interactive, and fun. Whether you’re looking for tools to recommend to families in your church or resources to use with your own kids, here are six Bible reading apps worth exploring.

1. God for Kids

Best for ages 4–8
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This app is designed especially for younger children, helping them explore big truths about God through stories and interactive experiences. It’s playful, visual, and age-appropriate—making it a great option to recommend for families with little ones just starting their faith journey.

2. Bible in One Year (Youth Version) on YouVersion

Best for ages 13+
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Available through the free YouVersion Bible App, the Youth Bible in One Year plan walks teens through the Bible in manageable daily readings, with commentary that’s clear and relatable. If you’re working with youth groups, this is a fantastic way to encourage a shared rhythm of Scripture reading—and YouVersion even lets groups chat together about what they’re learning.

3. Bible App for Kids

Best for ages 2–8
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Created by YouVersion in partnership with OneHope, this app has reached children around the globe. With Bible stories told through animations, narration, and interactive activities, it’s a wonderful tool for helping kids fall in love with the big story of Scripture. Perfect for families to use at bedtime or for reinforcing Sunday lessons at home.

4. Grow App

Best for ages 11–16
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Think of this as “Instagram meets Bible reading.” Geared towards tweens and teens, the Grow App encourages users to connect with God’s Word in bite-sized, social-friendly ways. It’s a creative resource for digital-native kids who might not sit down with a commentary but will happily scroll through short, inspiring content.

5. Enduring Word

Best for ages 15+
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For older kids and teens ready to dive deeper, Enduring Word offers accessible Bible commentary in multiple languages. It’s a trusted resource to help young people not just read the Bible, but actually understand what they’re reading. Great for leaders who want to give students extra tools for personal study.

6. Bible.ai

Best for ages 16+
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One of the newest apps on the scene, Bible.ai uses artificial intelligence to help readers ask questions, get insights, and connect with Scripture in new ways. While best suited for older youth, it’s an exciting glimpse into how technology can support discipleship in the digital age.

Final Thoughts

By pointing families toward the right tools (and walking alongside them as they use them), we can help nurture a love for Scripture that lasts a lifetime.

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