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Romans in 16 Days Reading Plan
Romans has 16 chapters, making this reading plan simple to follow over 16 days at an average of one chapter each day. Paul's letter explains the gospel, the faithfulness of God, new life in Christ, and the shape of Christian community.
The full schedule is available below, along with a free printable PDF. Reading one chapter at a time gives you room to follow Paul's argument without rushing through it.
Quick facts
- days
- 16
- chapters
- 16
- chapter a day
- About 1
- one complete letter
- Romans
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Romans in 16 Days Reading Schedule
Open each section and follow the readings in order. The full schedule is available here, so downloading the PDF is optional.
Days 1–16
- Day 1Romans 1
- Day 2Romans 2
- Day 3Romans 3
- Day 4Romans 4
- Day 5Romans 5
- Day 6Romans 6
- Day 7Romans 7
- Day 8Romans 8:1–27
- Day 9Romans 8:28–39; Romans 9:1–16
- Day 10Romans 9:17–33; Romans 10:1–10
- Day 11Romans 10:11–21; Romans 11:1–17
- Day 12Romans 11:18–36
- Day 13Romans 12–13
- Day 14Romans 14
- Day 15Romans 15
- Day 16Romans 16
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans presents Paul's fullest explanation of the good news about Jesus. It addresses human sin, justification by faith, life in the Spirit, God's purposes for Israel, and the practical life of a renewed community.
The letter was written to Christians in Rome whom Paul had not yet visited, so he explains his message and mission with unusual care.
How to read Romans well
Follow the flow of Paul's argument from chapter to chapter. When a paragraph is difficult, note the question and keep reading so that the larger point remains visible.
Pay attention to connecting words such as therefore, but, and for. They often show how a section relates to what came before it. Longer chapters may be divided across adjacent days to keep the readings balanced.
For the story leading into Paul's ministry, begin with Acts in 28 Days.
Questions about this reading plan
How many chapters are in Romans?
Romans has 16 chapters, so the plan averages one chapter across each of its 16 days. A few daily boundaries fall within longer chapters to balance the reading length.
What should I know before reading Romans?
It helps to know that Paul is writing to a diverse Christian community in Rome and explaining the gospel he preaches as he prepares for further mission.
What should I read before Romans?
Acts provides helpful background on Paul and the early church. The Gospels provide the foundational account of Jesus to whom Paul's letter points.
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