The 20 Best Bible Podcasts (2026)

Tim Mackie and Jon Collins have spent ten years building something genuinely unique in Bible education, and this podcast is the beating heart of it. With over 500 episodes and a 4.9-star rating from more than 19,000 reviewers, BibleProject is not just popular -- it is reshaping how an entire generation reads Scripture.

The format is deceptively simple: two friends sit down and talk about the Bible. But Tim is a biblical scholar with serious academic credentials, and Jon asks exactly the kind of questions a thoughtful non-expert would ask. The result is conversations that go surprisingly deep without ever making you feel lost. They trace themes across the entire biblical narrative, showing how individual passages connect to the larger story that points toward Jesus.

Recent episodes have worked through books like Jude and explored Second Temple literature -- the kind of context most churches skip entirely but that completely changes how you understand what the New Testament writers were doing. They also spend time on Hebrew word studies, breaking down how ancient language shapes meaning in ways English translations can miss.

The podcast pairs with BibleProject's famous animated videos, but it stands on its own. Episodes run about an hour and come out weekly with full transcripts and show notes. If you grew up thinking Bible study had to be either dry academics or shallow devotional fluff, this show will change your mind. It is rigorous, accessible, and genuinely fun to listen to.

Fr. Mike Schmitz has done something that sounds impossible on paper: he's made reading the entire Bible feel manageable, even enjoyable. Produced by Ascension Press, this podcast walks you through all 73 books of the Catholic Bible in 365 daily episodes, each running about 20 to 25 minutes. Fr. Mike reads two or three Scripture passages aloud, then spends eight to ten minutes reflecting on what you just heard and closes with a guided prayer.

The reading plan follows Jeff Cavins' Great Adventure Bible Timeline, which means you're not just plowing straight through Genesis to Revelation. Instead, the episodes weave together narrative, wisdom, and prophetic books in a sequence that actually makes the storyline of salvation history click. Cavins himself drops in for special episodes at key turning points to add historical and theological context.

The numbers speak for themselves. Since launching in January 2021, the podcast has approached one billion downloads worldwide and hit number one on the overall Apple Podcasts charts — not just religion, but all podcasts. It's reached listeners in over 150 countries. The show resets each January so new listeners can jump in fresh, though the format works fine if you start mid-year too.

Fr. Mike's delivery is the real draw here. He's a Catholic priest and popular speaker based in Duluth, Minnesota, and he brings genuine warmth and clarity to passages that can feel dense or confusing. He doesn't shy away from difficult texts, and his commentary strikes a balance between scholarly and pastoral. If you've ever tried to read the Bible cover to cover and stalled out in Leviticus, this podcast was basically made for you.

Tara-Leigh Cobble had a hunch that most people who try to read the Bible end up confused and quietly quit somewhere around Numbers. So she built The Bible Recap as a short daily companion -- you do the reading on your own using a chronological plan, then she spends about eight minutes summarizing what you just read and pointing out the things you might have missed. Nearly 1,000 episodes in, and the format has not changed because it simply works. Her style is casual and genuinely encouraging without being sugary. She has this gift for taking a passage that felt like a boring genealogy or a confusing prophetic vision and showing you why it actually matters in the larger story. The daily "God shot" -- where she highlights something about God's character from the reading -- became a signature that listeners love. With a 4.9-star rating from over 35,000 reviews, this is one of the most beloved Bible podcasts out there. The community around it is massive, with D-Group discussion formats, a RECAPtains membership, and video overviews that supplement the audio. It works best when you are actually doing the reading alongside her, but honestly, even if you are behind or skipping the reading entirely, the recaps stand on their own as bite-sized theology lessons. Perfect for a morning commute or a quick listen over breakfast before the day takes over.

John Piper turned 80 in January 2026 and he's still answering questions about the Bible from his home office in Minneapolis. That's basically what Ask Pastor John has been since 2013 — listeners submit theological and pastoral questions, and Piper gives prepared, thoughtful responses grounded in Scripture. The format is simple. The execution, after nearly 2,000 episodes and over 400 million plays, is anything but.

Piper served as pastor for preaching at Bethlehem Baptist Church for 33 years before retiring from the pulpit. He holds a doctorate from the University of Munich, founded the Desiring God ministry, and now serves as chancellor of Bethlehem College and Seminary. That Reformed Baptist theological framework shapes every answer he gives, and he's upfront about it. You always know where Piper stands.

Episodes are short — most run 10 to 15 minutes — which makes this one of the most efficient theology podcasts available. The questions range wildly: hard Bible passages, marriage struggles, cultural controversies, the nature of suffering, how to pray when you don't feel like it. Piper doesn't do off-the-cuff responses. He prepares in advance, and the answers carry the weight of decades of pastoral experience and serious biblical study.

The tone is earnest and direct. Piper isn't trying to be funny or culturally hip. He's trying to be faithful to the text, and that singular focus has built one of the most enduring Christian podcasts in existence. If you want quick, substantive answers to real questions about living the Christian life from a seasoned Reformed theologian, this is the gold standard.

Mike Winger built BibleThinker on a promise: learn to think biblically about everything. And he means everything. Over 800 episodes in, he tackles apologetics, verse-by-verse Bible studies, controversial theological debates, and investigative deep dives with equal energy. His Friday Q&A sessions are a fan favorite -- listeners send in their hardest questions and Mike works through them live, often spending significant time on a single topic rather than rushing through a list. What makes Mike stand out is his willingness to go where the evidence leads, even when it challenges popular positions in the church. Recent episodes have included investigative journalism-style coverage of accountability issues in Christian organizations, which is unusual territory for a Bible study podcast. He approaches those topics with the same careful, evidence-based methodology he brings to exegesis. The audience trusts him for it -- 4.9 stars from nearly 3,000 ratings. His teaching style is methodical and thorough. He will pull up the Greek text, walk through multiple interpretive options, and explain why he lands where he does. Episodes can run long, but that is because he refuses to oversimplify complex passages. Mike operates independently, which means the content is driven by conviction rather than institutional pressure. If you want someone who treats the Bible as a book that can handle scrutiny and comes out stronger for it, BibleThinker delivers that consistently.

Renewing Your Mind carries forward the legacy of R.C. Sproul, one of the most influential Reformed theologians of the past half century, and it does so with genuine care. Nathan W. Bingham hosts the daily show from Ligonier Ministries, drawing on Sproul's vast teaching archive alongside contributions from scholars like Sinclair Ferguson and W. Robert Godfrey. Each episode runs about 26 minutes and covers a specific biblical or theological topic -- recent series have walked through the book of Judges, Galatians, and the nature of God's love. The teaching is rigorous without being inaccessible. Sproul had a rare talent for making complex Reformed theology feel clear and urgent, and the show preserves that quality. You will hear terms like justification, sanctification, and covenant explained in ways that actually stick. The production is polished but not flashy -- the focus stays squarely on the content. With a 4.8-star rating from over 5,000 reviews, the audience skews toward people who want substance over style. This is not a casual chat show. It is structured biblical education delivered by some of the best teachers in the Reformed tradition. The donor-supported model means no ads interrupting the teaching, which is a welcome change. If you grew up hearing Sproul on the radio or came to Reformed theology later, Renewing Your Mind feels like a daily seminary class you can take in the car.

The late Dr. Michael Heiser built something genuinely unique with The Naked Bible Podcast. His whole approach was to strip away the lens of any particular denomination or theological system and just look at what the biblical text says in its original languages and ancient Near Eastern context. That sounds dry on paper, but Heiser had an infectious enthusiasm for the weird, overlooked corners of Scripture that most pastors skip over -- the divine council, the Nephilim, the cosmic geography of the Old Testament. Over 479 episodes, he worked through books verse by verse, pulling in Hebrew and Greek analysis alongside Mesopotamian and Egyptian parallels that illuminate passages in surprising ways. Listeners consistently say it feels like getting a seminary education for free, and they are not wrong. The depth here is remarkable. Episodes range from 25 minutes to over an hour depending on the material, and Heiser never dumbed things down. He trusted his audience to follow along and rewarded them with insights they would not find anywhere else. The 4.9-star rating from nearly 5,000 reviews reflects a devoted community that has stayed loyal even after Heiser's passing. The archive remains fully available and worth working through from episode one. Many listeners have done exactly that, treating it as a multi-year self-directed study program. If mainstream Bible teaching has ever felt too surface-level for you, this is the antidote.

John MacArthur has been teaching the Bible verse by verse for over fifty years, and the Grace to You Radio Podcast packages that teaching into a steady stream of episodes you can take anywhere. His style is direct and expository -- he picks a passage, works through it carefully, explains what it meant in its original context, and then shows how it applies to the Christian life today. No gimmicks, no trendy topics, just systematic exposition of Scripture. With over 1,800 episodes released semiweekly, the archive covers enormous ground across both testaments. MacArthur is a polarizing figure in broader Christian circles, but his audience is fiercely loyal for a reason: the man does his homework. The teaching is detailed, well-organized, and consistently rooted in the text rather than personal opinion. You always know exactly where he stands, and he always shows you the passages that brought him there. The 4.9-star rating from nearly 1,500 reviews reflects that trust. The podcast originated as a radio broadcast and carries that polished, straightforward format -- no casual banter or filler, just teaching. If you appreciate systematic theology delivered with conviction and zero ambiguity, MacArthur's style will resonate deeply. If you prefer a more exploratory, questions-welcome approach, it might feel rigid. But for verse-by-verse biblical exposition, few have done it longer or more consistently than this.

Phil Vischer created VeggieTales, which means he spent years explaining God to kids through talking vegetables. The Holy Post is what happens when that same creative brain turns toward adult conversations about faith, culture, and the American church. Co-hosted with Skye Jethani — an author, pastor, and former editor at Christianity Today — and Kaitlyn Schiess, a theologian and writer, the show has been running since 2012 and has racked up over 750 episodes.

The format is loose and lively. Each week the trio riffs on news stories, cultural moments, and theological questions, mixing genuine humor with surprisingly sharp analysis. Vischer brings the comedy chops and pop culture instincts. Jethani adds pastoral depth and a willingness to challenge evangelical assumptions. Schiess, the youngest voice at the table, contributes a theologian's precision and a talent for connecting historical Christianity to present-day debates.

This isn't a sermon podcast or a devotional. It's closer to a roundtable where three smart Christians try to figure out what faithfulness looks like when the culture wars are raging and the church is fractured. They talk about politics without being partisan hacks, and they tackle hard topics — Christian nationalism, racial justice, church scandals — without retreating into safe platitudes.

Holy Post Media has expanded into a small network with additional shows like "Curiously, Kaitlyn" (theology for all ages) and "The Skyepod." But the flagship podcast remains the main draw. Episodes typically run 60 to 90 minutes and drop weekly. If you want thoughtful Christian commentary that doesn't make you check your brain at the door, this is one of the best options out there.

Angela Halili and Arielle Reitsma describe themselves as "a couple of imperfect girls serving an absolutely perfect God," and that self-awareness runs through every episode. Girls Gone Bible has exploded since 2023, racking up nearly 3,000 ratings with a 4.6-star average and building a community that extends to live tour events and a devotional book called "Out of the Wilderness."

The show covers faith, mental health, identity, and the messy reality of being a young Christian woman in a culture that often feels hostile to that. Angela and Arielle talk about anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and insecurity with a candor that can catch you off guard. They do not pretend they have it figured out. The biweekly episodes mix their own conversations with guest interviews -- recent guests include authors and teachers like John Bevere.

The tone is conversational and unfiltered, like eavesdropping on two friends processing life through the lens of Scripture. They tackle hard questions about suffering, doubt, and what it means to follow Jesus when everything in your life is falling apart. The emotional honesty is what draws people in.

Fair warning: the advertising load is heavy. Multiple reviewers mention ads cutting into content mid-sentence, which is frustrating for a show that builds such intimate momentum. A premium subscription (GGB+) exists for those who want a cleaner experience. If you can get past the ad interruptions, the actual content is some of the most relatable Jesus-centered conversation you will find, especially if you are a woman navigating faith in your twenties or thirties.

The name says it all, and the show delivers exactly what it promises. Ten Minute Bible Talks takes a single Bible passage each day, explains what it means, and shows how it connects to real life -- all in roughly the time it takes to drive to work or unload the dishwasher. A rotating team of hosts including Keith Simon, Tanya Willmeth, Jensen Holt McNair, Patrick Miller, and Jeff Parrett keeps the perspectives fresh while maintaining a consistent tone. With over 1,400 daily episodes and counting, the catalog is enormous, and the show is currently working through the four Gospels in 2026. Episodes typically land between 7 and 13 minutes, which is genuinely short enough to fit into any schedule. The teaching is accessible without being shallow -- each host manages to pull a meaningful insight from the passage and apply it practically without rushing or oversimplifying. The crowd-funded model means no ads, which is a real perk for a daily listen. The 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews suggests a community that appreciates consistency and quality in small doses. This is not the podcast for deep theological debate or hour-long exegesis. It is for the person who wants to engage with Scripture every single day but has exactly ten minutes to spare. And for that specific need, it is remarkably well-executed. Think of it as a daily vitamin for your Bible reading habit rather than a full course meal.

Nicole Unice noticed something that a lot of Christians quietly struggle with: they read the Bible regularly but do not feel like it is actually changing anything. Her podcast, How to Study the Bible, tackles that gap head-on using her "Alive Method" of biblical interpretation -- a practical framework for observation, interpretation, and application that turns passive reading into active engagement. Over 287 weekly episodes, Nicole walks listeners through specific books of the Bible (Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, Daniel) and topical studies on joy, contentment, and prayer. Her teaching style is warm and relational, the kind where you feel like she genuinely cares that you get this rather than just performing knowledge. She uses visual illustrations and real-life connections that make ancient texts feel relevant without cheapening them. The 4.7-star rating from nearly 400 reviews reflects a growing audience that values practical Bible study tools over abstract theology. What sets this apart from other study-oriented podcasts is the emphasis on method. Nicole is not just teaching you what the Bible says -- she is teaching you how to study it for yourself. That distinction matters. Transcripts and study guides accompany episodes for listeners who want to take notes and go deeper. If you have ever finished a Bible study feeling like you learned about someone else's interpretation but never quite found your own footing in the text, Nicole's approach is designed specifically for you.

Amanda Bible Williams and Raechel Myers created She Reads Truth as a community-driven approach to daily Bible reading, and the podcast serves as the conversational companion to their structured reading plans. Each weekly episode runs 50 minutes to over an hour, walking through that week's readings with thoughtful discussion and rotating guest speakers from across the Christian ministry world. With 337 episodes, the catalog covers major series through Acts, Revelation, John, and seasonal studies like Advent. The format works best when you are following along with their reading plan -- the episode becomes a natural extension of your study rather than a standalone listen. But even on its own, the conversation is rich and genuine. Amanda and Raechel have an easy chemistry that keeps things moving without feeling scripted. The 4.9-star rating from nearly 2,800 reviews puts it among the highest-rated Bible podcasts available. The She Reads Truth brand has grown into a full ecosystem with devotional books, study materials, a companion app, and a parallel He Reads Truth line for men. That broader infrastructure means the podcast sits within a larger community experience -- listeners are not just tuning in alone but joining a movement of women reading Scripture together. The episodes reference those resources naturally without feeling like constant sales pitches. If you thrive with structure and accountability in your Bible reading and want a warm, intelligent community of women processing Scripture alongside you, this is one of the best options out there.

The Daily Grace Podcast comes from The Daily Grace Co., a team built around the idea that deep Bible study and sound theology should not be locked away in seminaries -- they belong in the hands of every woman who wants them. Shelby hosts alongside contributors like Jeremy Schmucker, Scott Dickson (the theological editor), and others who rotate in to keep perspectives varied. With 388 weekly episodes since 2019, the show blends biblical teaching with guest interviews from Christian authors and speakers. Topics hit a wide range: Easter theology one week, practical Bible study habits the next, then anxiety management, then Advent preparation. There are lighter "Favorite Things" segments mixed in with the heavier theological content, which gives the show a rhythm that feels sustainable for regular listening. The hosts are relatable without being flippant about the material. They talk about real struggles -- doubt, burnout, identity crises -- and then ground the conversation in what Scripture actually says about those things. The 4.8-star rating from nearly 3,000 reviews reflects an audience that appreciates both the warmth and the substance. Accompanying Bible studies and resources from The Daily Grace Co. extend the experience beyond the podcast itself. The whole operation feels like it was built by women who got tired of being told that theology is too complicated for them and decided to prove otherwise. It is accessible, encouraging, and genuinely educational all at once.

Rachael Groll publishes every single day, and she has done it over 1,200 times. That kind of consistency alone is impressive, but what keeps people coming back is how she makes Scripture feel immediately relevant to whatever you are dealing with right now.

The format blends daily Christian affirmations with substantive Bible study. Rachael reads a passage, breaks it down in plain language, and then connects it to the practical reality of walking with God on a Tuesday afternoon when nothing feels particularly spiritual. Her "Psalms for the Soul" series has been a standout, working through the Psalms with attention to both the poetry and the raw emotion underneath.

Listeners consistently mention that Rachael has a gift for making the Bible accessible without dumbing it down. One reviewer described rediscovering their faith during a family health crisis through this podcast, which says something about the kind of trust she has built. The show holds a 4.8-star rating across more than 1,000 reviews.

She also covers topics like hearing God's voice in daily life, understanding prophetic words, and parenting through a Christian lens. The episodes are designed to fit into a morning routine -- short enough to listen over coffee but substantial enough that you carry something from it into your day. If you want a daily companion for your faith walk, Rachael has built one of the most reliable ones out there.

Jenn Kokal takes a refreshingly honest approach to Bible reading: instead of cramming the whole thing into a year (and burning out by March), she calls her format "the Bible in a decade" and actually means it. Since 2020, she has released over 1,300 daily weekday episodes, each running 20 to 29 minutes, reading through Scripture passages and breaking them down in a simplified, accessible way. She pulls in biblical cross-references, ancient history, and Hebrew and Greek language analysis -- but she delivers it all with the energy of someone who genuinely wants you to enjoy your morning Bible time rather than treating it as a chore. Grab your coffee and open your Bible is basically the vibe. The 4.9-star rating from over 300 reviews comes from a dedicated audience that appreciates her consistency and clarity. Jenn works through books methodically -- recent episodes have covered Titus, 2 Chronicles, and 2 Timothy -- giving each section room to breathe rather than rushing through. She is connected to P40 Ministries, and the content reflects a heart for making Scripture accessible to people who have always found it intimidating. The daily format means she becomes a regular presence in your routine, almost like a study partner who shows up every weekday morning without fail. If the "read the whole Bible in a year" programs have felt like a sprint you always lose, Jenn's marathon pace might be exactly the reset you need.

Ellen Krause built Coffee and Bible Time into a brand that feels like a warm invitation rather than a lecture. The podcast -- 283 weekly episodes and counting -- takes an interview-based approach, bringing in authors, pastors, theologians, and everyday believers for conversations about Scripture, identity, relationships, and keeping Jesus at the center of it all. Topics are refreshingly honest: dating, grief, spiritual growth, church hurt, doubt, and practical Christian living all get airtime. Episodes run 23 to 43 minutes, which is the sweet spot for a focused listen without feeling like a commitment. The 4.9-star rating from over 740 reviews speaks to how well the warm, personal approach resonates. Ellen has a real gift for asking questions that draw out genuine, unguarded responses from her guests. The conversations feel natural rather than rehearsed, which matters when you are talking about sensitive topics like doubt and spiritual wounds. The broader Coffee and Bible Time ecosystem includes "Every Woman's Bible" study resources, a community membership, and companion study materials. The podcast works as both an entry point to that world and a standalone weekly companion for anyone exploring faith. It targets both people at the beginning of their spiritual journey and those seeking deeper understanding, which is a tricky balance that the show manages by letting each guest bring their own level of depth. If you want Bible-centered conversations that feel genuine and approachable, this delivers week after week.

Jeff Cavins is the Catholic Bible scholar behind The Great Adventure Bible Timeline -- the same framework that powers Fr. Mike Schmitz's massively popular Bible in a Year series -- and his own podcast is where he gets to go deeper on the topics that timeline structure opens up. Over 465 weekly episodes, Jeff shares Scripture insights, faith tips, and practical wisdom for living as a modern disciple. His style is approachable and grounded. He can take a complex connection between Old and New Testament and make it feel obvious in retrospect, which is a real teaching gift. The show covers Gospel analysis, themes like repentance and shame, and surprisingly practical territory -- recent episodes have touched on insomnia, entrepreneurship, and relationships, all filtered through a Catholic scriptural lens. Published by Ascension Catholic Media, the production quality is consistently solid. The 4.9-star rating from over 2,000 reviews reflects a loyal Catholic audience that trusts Jeff's depth and experience. He has spent decades developing Bible study curricula, and that expertise shows in how systematically he connects individual passages to the bigger biblical narrative. Show notes are available via email subscription for listeners who want to dig further. If you are Catholic and want a weekly Bible study podcast that is both intellectually satisfying and practically applicable, Jeff Cavins is one of the most trusted voices in that space. And if you loved Bible in a Year, this is essentially the professor's own seminar.

Lisa Laizure teaches out of Phoenix, Arizona, and her Women's Bible Study podcast brings that real, lived-in quality of someone who connects the dots between everyday life and faith in Jesus. With 873 semiweekly episodes, she has built one of the larger catalogs in this space. Co-hosts Felicity Carswell, Sarah Dargue, and Amy Skrivanos rotate in to add different perspectives. Episodes run 45 minutes to over an hour, which gives Lisa room to really dig into a passage rather than skimming the surface. Her approach treats the Bible as the final authority and emphasizes the importance of daily Scripture study -- not as a religious obligation but as a genuine source of strength. She and her husband Rob have co-authored nine books together, including titles like "Remind Me" and "Discouraged," and that writing background shows in how carefully she constructs her teaching. Topics range from wilderness seasons and faith during hardship to biblical archaeology and proper Scripture interpretation. The 4.5-star rating from over 430 reviews indicates a loyal audience, though some reviews note that occasional political commentary has drawn mixed reactions from listeners who prefer a purely doctrinal focus. Lisa does not shy away from speaking her mind, which is either a strength or a friction point depending on what you are looking for. If you want a women's Bible study podcast with substance, longevity, and a teacher who is clearly invested in her community, this one has been showing up consistently for years.

Darren Hibbs designed The 10 Week Bible Study Podcast around a simple but effective structure: pick a book of the Bible, spend ten weeks going through it with daily episodes, then move on to the next one. Across roughly 1,400 episodes and nearly 40 seasons, he has covered enormous ground, with the current series working through Revelation. Each week includes four to five daily episodes plus a review, giving listeners a manageable rhythm that builds real momentum through a biblical book. Episodes run 10 to 27 minutes, and Darren's teaching style is fact-based and balanced. He provides detailed verse-by-verse examination with historical and contextual background, and reviewers consistently praise how he presents information without being overly opinionated or pushing a particular agenda. The structured ten-week format is genuinely appealing for people who want an organized study program rather than a random collection of topics. You know exactly where you are, where you are headed, and how long it will take to get there. The 4.6-star rating from 270 reviews reflects a smaller but dedicated community. Supplementary study guides are available for purchase, and there is a companion YouTube channel for visual learners. The whole setup feels like a self-paced Bible class you can take at home. If you are the kind of person who thrives with clear structure and weekly goals in your Bible study, Darren has built a system that rewards that approach. It is methodical, thorough, and designed for completion rather than endless browsing.