Now to read it front to back…
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Congratulations! 
I still remember my first. Felt like it had a weight to it beyond the pages.
Hey, congratulations!
Don’t pressure yourself too much trying to read it all at once. Take your time with it and reach out to talk about any parts of it you’d like. 
Your life gets better and the Devil gets pushed further away now. Well done!
The order can matter. I would start with John, Matthew, Mark and Luke.
Congratulations on your first Bible!
Just a heads up, if you’re starting with the old King James Version, you might find the language pretty tough to deal with and easy to misunderstand. I’d suggest looking into the ESV, CSB, or NIV translations which are more readable while staying faithful to the original text.
Congrats on the new Bible!
If you want some background while you’re reading, there are some YouTube channels like Religion for Breakfast and Dan McClellan that go into biblical context and history.
Woooo!
If you picked up a KJV it might be tough with the old English. There is a great thread on easy beginner Bibles here that you might want to check out. You could grab a modern translation like ESV or NIV if you want something easier to read but whatever you have, I’m sure it will be great.
Excited for you
Put on the full armor sister! Ephesians 6 reminds us that the enemy doesn’t want you reading the Bible.
If this is your first time, you might want to work your way through it with a Bible study app as well.
You’ll face distractions, confusion, even drowsiness when you open it. The apps can help you keep on track. Pray before each reading session, ask the Holy Spirit to illuminate the Scriptures and guard your mind from the deceiver’s lies. This is your sword now. 
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Did you go with a physical Bible or an app? If physical, what features did you look for - single-column layout, larger print, wide margins for notes, cross-references?
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Congrats on getting your first Bible!
I recommend using a reading plan if it’s your first time. The books aren’t in chronological order, and Leviticus, right after Genesis, is kind of a slog for most new readers.
Do you know which type of Bible you have? Different Bibles translate things differently - some go word-for-word from the original languages, others focus more on getting the meaning across.
Congrats!
I usually start with prayer - it really makes a difference. Try to be consistent. And find people to talk to about it - A Bible study group or someone who’s been reading longer than you. Really helps when you hit confusing parts, and there will be confusing parts. And take your time - Some sections are tough to get through, especially the Old Testament.
I stalled in Leviticus when I got my first Bible. It’s better to mix the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Psalms/Proverbs each day. I also joined a small group where I could ask questions.
Oh, congrats on your first Bible!
Take your time with it. You’re gonna have so many questions at first. Join a Bible study if you can.
You don’t have to read Genesis through Revelation in order. I recommend starting with the Gospel of John, then moving on to the other Gospels to get to know Jesus first. Once you understand who Christ is, the rest of the Bible will make more sense.
That’s what worked for me when I first started.
So happy for you!
Congrats on your first Bible!
It must be exciting.:star-struck:
If you’re planning to read cover to cover, you might want to start with something like the NLT so you don’t get bogged down in difficult language. Then move to ESV or NASB later when you are ready to dig deeper. I’ve seen many people give up early because the translation was too difficult to get through.
That’s great! I’ve been wondering which translation to start with since there are so many versions out there.
It’s a bit overwhelming.
Congrats on your first Bible!
Just be aware that there isn’t a single ‘original’ English version. The Old Testament was written in Hebrew, and the New Testament in Greek, so every English translation interprets those ancient languages. So, for a beginner reader, a study guide or commentary is really helpful.
A simple method I recommend is S.O.A.P. (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer): write the verse, what you notice, how to live it out, then pray it back to God.
For quick overviews before each book, the BibleProject videos are great.