The Top 9 Christian Apps for Busy College Students
"For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope." - Romans 15:4 (ESV)
College students at Dallas Baptist University have the valuable opportunity to learn academic material in the context of God's word. Alongside this learning, they are active in clubs, outreach groups, and church communities, so finding time for additional prayer and Bible study could be difficult. Nevertheless, devoted disciples of God will always seek ways to walk closer with our Lord, and technology can be a tool for study and connection.
Christian Apps for Bible Study
While face-to-face Bible study is central to building a solid understanding of the word of God, using technology to deepen your faith is a blessing in today's world. These Bible learning apps help busy college students methodically incorporate the Lord's message into their daily lives.
YouVersion Bible App
The YouVersion Bible app allows you to get a daily Bible verse and access multiple versions of the Bible through this simple app. College students will appreciate being able to highlight and save passages and create shareable images with chosen verses.
First15
The First15 App is a Christian daily devotional that helps you build the lifelong habit of starting every day in conversation with the Lord. Read the daily message available online, via email, or on the app, then delve deeper into related teachings if you have time before classes and other commitments.
BibleProject
The BibleProject app makes studying the Bible and examining God's word engaging and rewarding. Short explanatory videos, related resources, and several audio versions make it easy to immerse yourself in Biblical teachings, even on busy days.
Logos: Deep Bible Study
College students at DBU are training to become influential servant leaders for the Lord on campus and beyond. The Bible is one of the best tools you can use during discipleship; its teachings can answer any question you might encounter. The Logos Bible study app provides you with quick access to studies, devotionals, sermons, and research via one seamless interface. Use the app to deepen your own knowledge and to share with others as you spread the gospel of our Lord.
Christian Apps for Meditation and Prayer
Active Bible study sessions aren't the only time you can center your mind on the Word of God as a powerful tool for relaxation and wisdom. These Christian meditation apps are the perfect way for college students to wind down at the end of a long day or focus before important events like tests or community outreach.
Abide
The Abide app allows you to "meditate on God's word" any time of day. The platform offers Christ-centered messages to start your day or re-energize after lunch, but we especially recommend the Abide sleep meditations. It can be difficult to calm your thoughts after a busy day, and these words that glorify God will put your mind at ease.
Echo Prayer
The Echo Prayer app makes committing to a daily prayer routine easy. Stay connected to God throughout the day with prayer reminders and keep track of your past prayers to easily share with others or reflect on your conversations with God.
Prayminder
It can be easy to get caught up in a busy day, but a key part of embodying devotion to God is remembering His presence, even in the midst of a long to-do list. The Prayminder app helps you integrate prayer into your daily life via a personal prayer list that helps you organize what matters most to you, gentle reminders to pause in prayer throughout your day, a log to document your prayer journey and much more.
Christian Apps for Community
Even with the strong Christian community on campus at DBU, students should branch out and deepen their faith-based interactions with God-fearing peers across the globe. These apps make it easy to meet like-minded friends for fellowship.
PrayerMate
Combine a daily prayer practice with community building in the PrayerMate app. Create groups with friends, family, or church members to share your daily devotional and prayer requests. This app makes it easier for college students to stay in touch with loved ones back home through the power of prayer.
FaithMeet
As a Christian college student, you might feel pulled towards popular social media platforms but weary about content and community. FaithMeet is an app designed to meet this need, branding itself the "Next Gen Christian Social Network." Follow media from your favorite local and national churches, listen to music, and read community posts, all geared towards quality faith-based content.
These Christian apps will strengthen your relationship with God and keep you connected to those who can support your path to devotion and Truth.
