Free Bible Resources
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Inspired by the gospel and passionate about God’s people, we aim to create a place where you can connect with local Christian information and great resources that will encourage and equip you on your faith journey.
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Free Resources To Encourage & Equip You
Small Groups
LYFE Course
A comprehensive small-group resource, free to ministries. Built around six spiritual formation themes to help you discover a deeper life with God.
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mobile app
The Big Little Bible
The Big Little Bible app features 30 of the most popular stories taken straight from the easy-to-read Contemporary English Version as well as over full-colour 100 illustrations. Download the app.
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Maori Audio Bible
Te Paipera Tapu App
The free app features the very latest edition of Te Paipera Tapu (the Holy Bible in Māori), which is not available on any other app or website, was reformatted to include macrons in 2012.
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Reading Plan
52 Week
52 Bible Reading Plan is a FREE downloadable resource that is delivered directly to your digital inbox every month, perfect for schools, Sunday schools, new believers and families!
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Animated Videos
The Bible project
We have teamed up with BibleProject to bring you a treasure trove of animated videos that tell a unified story that leads to Jesus. Dive into video series from BibleProject below!
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eBook
The Big Picture
Experience the Bible story as you’ve never seen it! From the creation of the world, through to the growth of the church, this film and accompanying ebook will inspire you to find your role in God’s great story.
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eBook
The Bible Guide
Have you ever wondered about the different Bible translations and about which version will suit you best? We have developed a free Bible Guide with great information to assist you.
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ebook
Beyond Disaster
This spiritual first aid guide is designed to start an ongoing process of healing after disaster strikes by highlighting common spiritual and emotional reactions to trauma and teaches the skills and resources that will aid in recovery.
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eBook
Woven
Pause, ponder and journey through the teaching, trials, tears, and triumph of the final week of Jesus’ life, eight days woven into the fabric of countless lives changed forever.
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eBook
1827 Maori Scripture booklet
We have re-issued one of the first books ever published in te reo Māori in 1827, which featured selected passages from the Bible and some hymns translated into Māori.
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ebook
Reflections on the proimises of God
Throughout the Covid-19 lockdown, we utilised our internal resources and digital channels to share daily Bible reflections into the homes and hearts of Kiwis around the country.
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eBook
Field Guide To The Bible Reading Plan
Whether you are a long time reader or this maybe your first read of this ancient document we hope that this plan will be useful as you journey into the wild and wonderful collection of books that make up the Bible.
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online tool
TIPS Tool
The Translation Insights and Perspectives (TIPs) tool helps to introduce the many translated languages of the Bible so we can all learn from each other, even though the languages might not be directly accessible to us.
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resource
All About Jesus
Having questions is a good thing. You may be new to faith, just curious, or have been following Jesus for a while. Here we’ve collated answers to some common questions people ask about Jesus for you to explore.
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animations
Wild Bible Animations
These videos could be used, as part of Scripture assemblies in schools, kids programs or online churches. The hope is that children will discover the simple and life-changing message of Jesus in a contemporary way.
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survey
The Patmos Survey
The Patmos Survey, carried out by the British and Foreign Bible Society in partnership with Gallup, is the largest Bible engagement research project ever. It provides world-class data to establish a new understanding of how people relate to the Bible.
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Devotional
Reflections on Life
With contributors from Bible Society NZ and other Kiwi Christian Leaders, this beautifully designed 31-day devotional will help you discover the Life contained within His Word. This devotional also available as a Reading Plan on the YouVersion Bible App.
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Devotional
Reflections on Hope
With contributors from Bible Society NZ and other Kiwi Christian Leaders, this beautifully designed 31-day devotional will help you discover the Hope contained within His Word. A 21-day version is also available on the YouVersion Bible App.
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Devotional
Reflections on Truth
With contributors from Bible Society NZ and other Kiwi Christian Leaders, this beautifully designed 31-day devotional will help you discover the Truth contained within His Word. This devotional also available as a Reading Plan on the YouVersion Bible App.
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Devotional
Easter Devotional
This powerful resource will guide you through Scripture and reflections, encouraging you to walk with Jesus through His final days, reflecting on His sacrifice, victory, and love. As you journey through the Easter story, you'll be reminded of how Jesus’ life shapes our own today
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Project Spotlight
Tokelau Bible
In late October 2025, on Fakaofo Atoll, the first complete Bible in the Tokelauan language was placed into the hands of the people it was made for. Ko te Tuhi Paia had been 26 years in the making, a work of prayer, patience and partnership carried by a community of just 1,500 people spread across three remote coral atolls
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