The Law
Genesis · Exodus · Leviticus · Numbers · Deuteronomy
These opening books introduce creation, the patriarchs, Israel's deliverance from Egypt, the covenant, worship, law, and the journey toward the promised land.
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Explore the 66 Books of the Bible
Use this directory to understand how the Bible is organized—from the Law and historical books to poetry, prophecy, the Gospels, letters, and Revelation.
Old Testament
Thirty-nine books tracing creation, covenant, history, worship, wisdom, warning, and hope.
History
Joshua · Judges · Ruth · 1 Samuel · 2 Samuel · 1 Kings · 2 Kings · 1 Chronicles · 2 Chronicles · Ezra · Nehemiah · Esther
These books follow Israel's life in the land, its judges and kings, division and exile, and later restoration.
Poetry & Wisdom
Job · Psalms · Proverbs · Ecclesiastes · Song of Solomon
Prayer, worship, suffering, wisdom, relationships, meaning, and the realities of faithful living are explored through poetry and reflection.
Major Prophets
Isaiah · Jeremiah · Lamentations · Ezekiel · Daniel
These longer prophetic books confront sin and injustice while speaking of judgment, faithfulness, restoration, God's sovereignty, and future hope.
Minor Prophets
Hosea · Joel · Amos · Obadiah · Jonah · Micah · Nahum · Habakkuk · Zephaniah · Haggai · Zechariah · Malachi
Shorter prophetic books call people back to God, address justice and worship, and point toward restoration and the coming work of God.
New Testament
Twenty-seven books centered on Jesus Christ, the gospel, the early Church, Christian living, and the hope to come.
The Gospels
Matthew · Mark · Luke · John
Four accounts present the life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, each emphasizing different details while bearing witness to the same Lord.
Church History
Acts
Acts follows the coming of the Holy Spirit, the growth of the early Church, the spread of the gospel, and the ministry of the apostles.
Paul's Letters
Romans · 1 Corinthians · 2 Corinthians · Galatians · Ephesians · Philippians · Colossians · 1 Thessalonians · 2 Thessalonians · 1 Timothy · 2 Timothy · Titus · Philemon
These letters teach doctrine, grace, unity, Christian character, church life, ministry, endurance, and practical faith.
General Letters
Hebrews · James · 1 Peter · 2 Peter · 1 John · 2 John · 3 John · Jude
These writings address perseverance, faith in action, holiness, love, truth, false teaching, and remaining faithful through pressure.
Prophecy
Revelation
Revelation uses visions, symbols, warnings, worship, judgment, and promises to affirm the ultimate victory of God and the hope of His people.
How to Use This Directory
Choose a reading path that fits what you are trying to understand.
New to the Bible?
Begin with one of the Gospels to focus first on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, then continue into Acts and selected letters.
Want the full story?
Start with Genesis and read forward while paying attention to covenant, promise, failure, redemption, and the repeated call to trust God.
Need wisdom or prayer?
Psalms, Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes offer different kinds of prayer, worship, wisdom, struggle, and reflection.
Studying a theme?
Use the directory with the Living Hope teachings and devotionals to compare passages in context rather than relying on isolated verses.
Read With Context
Scripture, commentary, and devotional teaching should remain distinct.
The Living Hope Collection is designed to help visitors know what is direct Scripture and what is explanation, reflection, prayer, or teaching.