Bible Verse AlarmWhat is a Bible verse alarm?
Bible Verse Alarm is an iPhone alarm that keeps ringing until you complete a short Bible verse, so your first minute of the day goes to God's Word, not your phone. That kind of alarm is what people mean by a Bible verse alarm.
Download on theApp StoreHow does it work?
A Bible verse alarm rings until you finish a short mission with a verse, so one tap can't switch it off. You set a wake-up time, choose the verses it uses, and complete the verse when it rings.
The steps:
1. Set your time and pick your verses. 2. The alarm rings, even on Silent or in a Focus mode. 3. Rebuild the verse word by word, or type it out. 4. The alarm stops. You're awake, and you've just read Scripture.
David describes a similar rhythm in a morning prayer: he brings his requests to God at daybreak, then waits. The alarm gives you a small, daily way to start there.
In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation.
Psalms 5:3
How is it different from a normal alarm?
A normal alarm stops with one tap. A Bible verse alarm stops only when you complete the verse, so a half-asleep swipe can't end it. It also decides what you see first: a verse you chose, not your notifications. The table shows the main differences.
| Normal alarm | Verse alarm | |
|---|---|---|
| How it stops | One tap or swipe | Complete a short verse |
| First thing you see | Whatever is on your phone | A verse you chose |
| Rings on Silent or Focus | Depends on the app | Yes, using Apple's AlarmKit |
How is it different from a Bible app?
A Bible app waits for you to open it. A Bible verse alarm comes to you the moment you wake up, and asks you to engage with the verse rather than just see it.
They work well together. The alarm starts the day with a verse. A longer Bible reading plan can come later.
The Bible text is stored on your phone, so it works offline, with no account or login.
Who is it for?
A Bible verse alarm suits anyone who wants Scripture to come first in the morning and keeps forgetting to start. That includes:
- People who reach for their phone the second they wake up. - Anyone who wants to memorize verses, since you rebuild each one yourself. - Anyone who wants a simple morning anchor, not a big routine.
You choose the verses. You might pick verses on encouragement, anxiety, sleep or strength.
One to start with is Lamentations 3:22-23. The writer is grieving, yet he says God's mercies are new every morning. It fits a first minute of the day.
Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!
Lamentations 3:22-23
Who is it not for?
It isn't for you if you want a gentle one-tap alarm, need an Android app (iPhone only for now), or want a full Bible reading or study app. It is an alarm, not a reading plan. Pair it with a Bible app for longer reading.
What else is in the app?
The app has a Verses tab with scenes you unlock by waking up, and a Practice tab to rehearse verses any time. English Bibles in the app are NIV, WEB, KJV and BSB. It is an iPhone app, free to download, and full use needs a subscription. Family Sharing is supported. There is no Android version yet. Bible Verse Alarm is made by Kenneth Foo, a solo developer in Malaysia who has been a Christian for over 15 years.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bible verse alarm?
An alarm clock that keeps ringing until you complete a short Bible verse, either by rebuilding it word by word or typing it. It puts Scripture ahead of your phone each morning.
Does it ring on Silent mode?
Yes. It uses Apple's AlarmKit, so it rings through Silent and Focus modes.
Do I need an account or internet?
No. There is no account or login, and the Bible text is stored on your iPhone, so it works offline.
Is there an Android version?
Not yet. The app is currently for iPhone only, on the App Store.
How is a Bible verse alarm different from a normal alarm?
A normal alarm stops with one tap. A Bible verse alarm keeps ringing until you complete a short verse, so the first thing you see is Scripture you chose, not your notifications.
Can I choose my own verses?
Yes. In each alarm's editor you choose which verses it uses, so you can start the day with the passages that matter to you right now.
Which English Bible versions does it use?
The app includes four English Bibles: NIV, WEB, KJV and BSB. The text is stored on your iPhone, so it works offline.
Is Bible Verse Alarm free?
It is free to download, but full use needs a subscription. The current price is shown on the App Store page in your country.
Does it support Family Sharing?
Yes. Bible Verse Alarm supports Apple's Family Sharing.
Does it replace my Bible reading app?
No. It is an alarm, not a full Bible reading or study app. Use it to start the day with one verse, and keep your Bible app, such as YouVersion, for longer reading.
Is YouVersion verse of the day the same as a Bible verse alarm?
No. A verse of the day is a notification you can ignore or swipe away. A Bible verse alarm keeps ringing until you complete the verse. They work well together, since YouVersion is better for longer reading.