Short and Easy Bible Studies

Graceful Beginnings Series

For anyone new to the Bible or with limited time to do a Bible study

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Your joyful walk begins here!

Our Graceful Beginnings short and easy Bible study books have basic lessons with simple questions and easy-to-understand terms and applications. You get quality Bible study in smaller doses than typical Bible study books. Even those who are just beginning Bible study can do so with confidence and joy! See our FAQs.

All “Graceful Beginnings” books are Christ-focused, grace-based, and Bible-rich.

A Fresh Start book front cover

A Fresh Start: Basic lessons for new and young Christians (8 lessons).


Painting the Portrait of Jesus book front cover

Painting the Portrait of Jesus: Study the “I Am” statements of Jesus in John (8 lessons).


The God You Can Know book front cover

The God You Can Know: The wonderful attributes of your Father God (8 lessons).


Grace Overflowing book front cover

Grace Overflowing: An overview of Paul’s letters (13 lessons).


The Walk from Fear to Faith book front cover

The Walk from Fear to Faith: Learn to trust God with your fears (6 lessons, podcasts).


Satisfied by His Love book front cover

Satisfied by His Love: A study of women who knew Jesus (6 lessons, podcasts).


Seek the Treasure book front cover

Seek the Treasure: Unearthing the riches of Christ in Ephesians (8 lessons, podcasts).


Pathways to a Joyful Walk book front cover

Pathways to a Joyful Walk: A joy-seeker’s guide to a rewarding spiritual life (6 lessons, podcasts).


Songs of the Heart That Light My Way-Book Image

Songs of the Heart That Light My Way: Psalms that nourish your love for God (8 lessons).


What women are saying about these studies:

I want to thank you for being such a blessing to my life. Your Bible studies have really helped me get back into the Word and strengthen my walk with God. I am currently working on the Graceful Beginning Series. (Ashley)

FAQs: For Anyone New to the Bible

Where should a beginner start reading the Bible?

If you are new to reading the Bible, start with the life of Jesus from the book of Mark in the New Testament. Start at the beginning of Mark and read as much as you want to read each day. If you are a new Christian, we recommend that you start with the book, “A Fresh Start,” the ideal place for new-to-the-Bible Christians to begin learning about the spiritual riches and abundant life that God has prepared for us

After reading Mark, what should a beginning read next?

Read the books of Matthew, Luke and John. Christianity is Christ. It’s about a relationship with him. Therefore, get to know Jesus well through reading His life and teachings. Continue reading through the New Testament from Acts through Revelation. After reading the New Testament, then you can start reading the Old Testament.

Where should a beginner start studying the Bible?

If you are new to Bible Study, start with something designed especially for anyone who is new to the Bible. Look for basic lessons with simple questions with easy-to-understand terms and applications. My “Graceful Beginning Series” of Bible study books are designed especially for anyone who is new to the Bible.

Can anyone do Bible Study?

Yes! Anyone can study the Bible Study for themselves. The Bible is God’s Word for every one of us. Just start reading through the New Testament. The Holy Spirit will help you understand what you are reading. That is what God desires for you so He makes sure you are enabled to do it. So, you can ask the Lord to teach you through what you are reading.

What is the best study for a new Christian?

We recommend something written especially for anyone who is new to the Bible and new to the Christian life. Start with the book, “A Fresh Start,” the ideal place for new Christians to begin learning about the spiritual riches and abundant life that God has prepared for us. Get to know Jesus as you work through this book. Ask Him to fill your heart with His love as you learn about Him.

How do I lead a Bible study for beginners?

• Choose a short and easy study designed for beginners.
• Be aware of their feelings of insecurity.
• Work through the lesson together the first few times you meet.
• Look up and read each Bible verse together. 
• Provide the best tutoring for them to learn.
• Get more ideas for nurturing women new to the Bible here.