Hi! I understand your ESV Bible app's audio playback starts but then stops unexpectedly with a stop signal. Let's get this sorted out.

To help you best, could you tell me if this happens consistently with all audio chapters or just specific ones? Also, are you connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data when this happens? Lastly, have you tried any fixes so far, like restarting the app or your iPhone?

Meanwhile, here are some initial steps to troubleshoot this on your iPhone iOS 18.7.1:

1. Check Internet Connection: ESV audio often requires a stable online connection to stream properly. Make sure you're on a solid Wi-Fi or cellular signal.

2. Restart the App: Fully close the ESV Bible app by swiping it away from the app switcher, then reopen it.

3. Re-download ESV Audio: If you have the ESV downloaded for offline use, try removing the ESV version and audio files, then download them again fresh.

4. Update the App: Confirm you have the latest version of the ESV Bible app installed from the App Store.

5. Restart Your iPhone: A simple reboot can clear any temporary glitches affecting audio playback.

If you’ve tried these already or the issue persists, let me know. There might be intermittent bugs reported with the ESV audio intrinsic to some versions, and I can guide you to more advanced fixes or how to contact support if needed.

Are you satisfied with the solution I provided so far?