How to read the Bible?

Frances

Hi everyone, I’ve always been confused on this and I still am. I originally started on Matthew, but I was confused for some parts because I didn’t have enough background knowledge when the old books were quoted. So then I planned to read the book entirely straight through and I’m already on Genesis 20. However people are telling me that’s not effective either? I’m on the Bible app and I found some plans, however they jump back and forth to different books. Should I do this or stick to a book at a time? I’m so confused. If you guys have any plans you’ve followed through please let me know! God bless ☺️

I also forgot to mention, what about chronologically?? Like starting at Genesis and then going to Job??