A simple place to begin
Read a few foundational passages slowly. You do not need to understand everything at once.
Luke 1
The birth of Jesus foretold and the purpose of his coming.
Luke 2
The birth of Jesus and his early years.
Matthew 5
The Sermon on the Mount: Jesus' teachings on Kingdom living.
John 3
Jesus explains the concept of being 'born again' and God's love for the world.
Mark 8
Peter's confession of Christ and Jesus predicts his death and resurrection.
Luke 15
Parables of the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, and Prodigal Son, illustrating God's love for the lost.
John 14
Jesus comforts his disciples and promises the Holy Spirit.
Luke 23
The crucifixion of Jesus.
Luke 24
The resurrection of Jesus and his appearances to disciples.
Acts 2
The coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church.
Romans 3
The problem of sin and the solution through faith in Christ.
Romans 8
Life in the Spirit and God's love for believers.