Next year I’m setting myself up to finally stay consistent with Come, Follow Me – especially since we’re heading into the Old Testament in 2026. But I also know myself: I need the Book of Mormon every single day. It steadies me, centers me, and keeps my testimony anchored in Christ. And I know a lot of families feel the same way. They want to follow the CFM schedule without letting the Book of Mormon fall to the side. So I’ve been working on a study plan that lets me do both in a way that feels realistic, enriching, and actually sustainable.
First, I’m keeping my tools simple but powerful. On my iPad, I use split view: The Old Testament Made Easier or The Book of Mormon Made Easier on Kindle on one side, and Gospel Library on the other. This one little setup has completely changed my study. I can read the verses in Gospel Library, highlight, check footnotes, and mark insights – but then, right next to it, I have clear explanations, context, and insights from the “Made Easier” books. It’s like having a personal scripture tutor on standby. No flipping between apps, no losing my place, and no excuses. It’s all right in front of me.
My main goal is to complete a full study of both the Old Testament and the Book of Mormon this year, but without overwhelming myself. So I’m following a rhythm: Old Testament during my longer morning study, and Book of Mormon during my shorter afternoon or evening moments. The different times of day help my brain treat them differently rather than blending them together. I don’t rush; I just read for 10-15 minutes per session (instead of scrolling for 10-15 minutes) with the goal of understanding, not finishing.
And my new favorite: this Bible that’s written at a 3rd grade level, so even my kids can understand Isaiah!
What’s been surprisingly powerful is how often the two books of scripture reflect each other. Themes of covenant, deliverance, personal discipleship, and God’s consistency show up everywhere. To take advantage of that, I keep a running note in Gospel Library called “Connections.” Every time I see a verse in Jacob or Mosiah that sounds like something from Exodus or Isaiah, I jot it down. This little habit strengthens my testimony that the scriptures really do come from the same divine source. And it keeps me motivated to stay in both books regularly.
If you’re planning to study the Old Testament with Come, Follow Me in 2026, here are a few tips to keep the Book of Mormon in the mix without feeling like you’re doubling your workload:
1. Pair passages by theme, not schedule.
Instead of trying to match chapter for chapter, choose a principle from your Old Testament reading like covenant keeping, deliverance, repentance, or faith, and then read a Book of Mormon story that reinforces it. The scriptures interpret each other more than we realize.
2. Keep the Book of Mormon as your spiritual “anchor.”
When the Old Testament gets heavy (and let’s be honest, it will), the Book of Mormon brings you back to clarity. Even one chapter a day keeps your testimony rooted in Restoration doctrine.
3. Use the split-view method.
Whether you’re studying Isaiah or 2 Nephi, having the “Made Easier” books open next to Gospel Library will save your sanity. The commentary gives context, walks you through tricky language, and helps you draw modern application instantly.
4. Let the Spirit guide the pace.
Some weeks will be faster. Some chapters will take days. It’s okay. My goal isn’t to master the Old Testament; it’s to let God teach me through His word.
This is the study plan that feels right for my season of life – simple, structured, and spiritually rich. If you want to join me, adapt it however you need. The important part is that we turn to the scriptures every day and let them turn us into the people God is trying to help us become.
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This is great! Thanks for the insight. I totally agree with you about reading the BofM everyday. It is my anchor and leads me to everything else I can do to have a happy and joyful life.