Friends,

I went for a lovely long walk this morning along the beach above. Even though it was chilly, it was still a wonderful way to kick off the new year.

More importantly, I started reading the Bible again. It feels a little like that scene from Elf where the elves celebrate a successful Christmas by kicking right into gear making toys for the next Christmas. I just finished reading my Everyday Gospel Bible yesterday, but not unlike those happy toymakers, I am committed to diving right back in because I am so blessed by this habit.

I know a lot of people like The Bible Recap (plan, book, podcast) but this year I am going back to the Five Day Reading Plan. I prefer it to others because I like having a New Testament reading every day, and I like how it spreads out Matthew, Mark, Luke and John so that you are reading a whole gospel every couple of months.

So, happy New Year and I hope you’ll be committed to reading the Bible this year, and maybe use the Five Day Reading Plan.

May God richly bless you and yours in 2026!

With Love,

Kristie