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Through the Word

Read the Bible, understand it, apply it, and make it a habit… together.

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Kris Langham Announces our Biggest App Upgrade in Years

Hey friends. Kris here with a big announcement! Through the Word 4.0 is here. It’s our biggest upgrade in years and the big new feature is Through the Word Together.

I am so excited for this. Check it out right there on the app. Open up any plan and look for the big bright orange “Start Together” button. That’s it! The app will guide you from there.

You guys have been asking for this — and we have been dreaming about this — for years.

With Through the Word Together you can invite your friends to start any plan with you. Or your family, buddy, kid, cousin. Your whole small group. Or get all your church small groups on it! You can have different groups on different plans, or go solo on one plan and together on another.

Pick any plan, tap “Start Together,” and share the link with anyone. If they’re on TTW, just share the link. If they’re not on TTW, just share the same link. When they accept, you’ll follow that same plan — same audio guides, but now you can share audio messages with your questions and insights — on each and every chapter. So cool!

Now if you’re not ready for a group yet, just take it for a test drive to see how it works. See below for answers to commonly asked questions. And submit your questions and feedback in the comments section. We’re here to help. Have fun!

Next big announcement coming soon. And that one comes with swag!

FAQs for TTW Together

1. What is Through the Word Together?
Through the Word Together is a feature that allows you to follow a TTW plan with friends or a group. It’s a great way to share a Bible habit and stay consistent with your Bible journey.

2. How can I start a Together plan?
You’ll find a big, bright “Start Together” button on every plan except the “Intro” plan. Simply tap the button to get a link that you can share with your friends, whether they already have the app or not.

3. What happens after I invite friends to a Together plan?
Once you invite friends, you and your group members can record audio messages and share them after each chapter. You can share verses that spoke to you, questions, or insights. Keep the messages short to maintain the daily habit.

4. Can I invite people to an existing plan?
No, you cannot invite people to an existing plan. You need to start a new one and click the “Start Together” button. You can have both an individual plan and a group plan at the same time.

5. Where do I listen or record?
The playlist for each audio guide is located beneath the Bible text. To access it, simply swipe up on the player section at the bottom of the screen to reveal the playlist. From there, you’ll see options to listen to audio messages or record a new one. Audio messages are limited to 3-minutes each. You may record multiple messages per chapter. Back and forth conversation is encouraged!

6. How will I know when someone records an audio message?
For immediate alerts, ensure your phone’s notification settings for the app are turned on. This way, you won’t miss out on any shared insights or reflections. When you’re in the app, you’ll see a notification alerting you to a new message. 

7. What guidelines should I follow for my Together group?
We recommend three basic rules for your group: Speak with grace, listen with humility, and no shaming. Reiterate these rules daily to create a positive and supportive environment.

8. How many people can be in a Together group?
Groups are limited to 12 people. Anyone in the group can invite more members until it’s full. Members can can exit the group at any time. The person who initiates the group has control over locking the group or removing members as needed. 

9. Can I choose the reading schedule for my Together group?
Yes, you can choose your own schedule. Decide whether you want to read one chapter a day, just on weekdays, or follow a plan that suits your group’s needs. You’ll need to communicate the schedule to your group members, as there is no option to set a schedule within the plan. You can even do a group plan weekly or create separate groups for different plans.

10. Which plans are suitable for starting Together groups?
Journeys 1 and 2 are excellent starting points for groups, as they consist of 25 days of content, making it an ideal commitment for Together reading plans.

11. Is there a place for me to write text messages instead of audio?
No, the primary format for sharing within the Together feature is audio. Given that TTW is designed around the audio experience, we believe you’ll find this format enriching and engaging for group discussions.


Do continue to let us know your feedback and how we can make your experience even better. Dive in and enjoy the journey with Through the Word Together!

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. You have an amazing app and I use it daily. I also guide a neighborhood Bible study. I am excited to try the “together” option to stay in touch with friends and family that are not near me. I also would like the typing option when it becomes available . God bless, Sharon

  2. Well, Joel and I tried this but it’s confusing. When I recorded and sent it my recording had Joel’s name on it and his recording also had his name on it when it came to me sooo…?

  3. Thank you for such a wonderful update. Hearing someones voice with others is better than a text. This world has lost track of that. Keep up the good work! Maybe consider having groups that we can join? Getting to know others that share the same journey.

  4. Do the audio messages disappear when someone else comments? I noticed when my friend recorded her comment mine disappeared. We wanted to be able to listen to everyone’s comments. How do we do that?

    • If your audio messages are disappearing, that’s certainly not meant to happen and sounds like a bug we need to squash! If this issue persists, please do reach out to us at [email protected] with a description of what’s occurring, and we’ll get on top of it. Audio messages should be available for everyone in the group to listen to, so we want to make sure this gets fixed for you and your friend. Thanks for bringing this to our attention.

  5. First let me say that this app has been a game changer for me! I get so much more out of Gods word when I understand the context. Second, I really like the idea of being able to type a message as well, rather than doing just voice recordings, although that is a great option for some. I’ve invited someone to start a plan with me but they are introverted and I doubt that option will be utilized by them. Thanks for all you do there at TTW! God bless you all!

  6. I do wish we had the option of typing our responses as when I am doing my Bible study I wear head phones as my husband is usually watching tv or sleeping. Having to record my messages would either wake him up or make it hard for him to hear the tv.

  8. Maybe consider making an option for typing your response. I like listening to you on audio and the Bible being read to me but I do not recording my own message. Please.

    • As an audio-focused app, we truly believe in the unique connection voice brings, but we always value your feedback—give voice messaging a try, it might surprise you!

      • Katie,

        I love the ministry and the app. Has changed my life, and many of my friends and family. I do think the audio idea, while it makes sense, based on your mission, would be better to have the option to type and my guess is that you will relent and add that option. I am excited to see your response. I would start a group today, if typing was an option, but I don’t think the audio isn’t that appealing honestly, feel bad saying it. I would love to see someone use, or create a tool like Facebook’s messenger, or Slack, to have quicker, live interactions, instant messaging on scripture and those both allow for voice if you prefer. I know that is asking a lot. But please consider an instant messaging Group feature or integration, like Slack, Group me etc.

      • Absolutely, your feedback is invaluable to us. We understand the appeal of having a text option and we’re always considering ways to improve and adapt our features to serve our community best. While we can’t make any promises about adding text capabilities at this moment, please know that we truly appreciate your thoughts and the time you took to share them. Your passion for fostering group engagement around Scripture is a shared goal, and we’ll keep your suggestions in mind as we continue to develop the app.

    • I agree. You can compose a thought more coherently when writing and feeling the pressure to record audio. Anyway, I guess we’ll just have to see how it goes.

  9. This is so cool!!!! Would you have this ap available in spanish?? I mentor spanish speaking women who want to know Jesus too.

    • We’re working on bringing TTW to our hermanas who speak Spanish; please pray for us as we embark on this exciting journey, ¡gracias!

  10. I have loved my Through The World experience. It has given me a clear way to study the Bible through Journey one and two.
    Not to mention, the marriage talks have made a world of difference for my husband and I, who have been married almost 23 years next week. So many conversations that have needed to happen over the years that are finally surfacing and enriching our relationship.

    • We’re overjoyed to hear how TTW has enriched your marriage and Bible study, sparking meaningful conversations as you celebrate 23 years together!

  11. I am so excited about this. Hopefully I can show my mom and brother as they want to do Bible studies together. California and Florida 🥰

  12. It would be nice if when it’s read it would scroll up by itself for each passage, instead of us having to do it ourselves while trying to write as well ♥️♥️
    Thank you for this totally awesome app… May God continue to put more awesome thoughts in your mind to make it even better.(don’t know if it can get any better)

    • Absolutely, that’s the exact convenience we aim for with audio messaging – hands-free and heart-full interaction!

  13. Dear TTW staff
    My name is Jacques I’m from and living in south Africa cape Town
    I would like to thank you for all your hard work and dedication that you put into this app I listen at least 8 hours a day and love your explanations. On days I can’t listen I miss you guys keeping me company in my ear phones. Thanks for all the love you have put into this ❤️

    • Thank you, Jacques, for your heartfelt message; we’re thrilled to be a part of your daily journey!