Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Corinthians 9:25

If you are born again, you have a divine purpose – something that God is calling you to do. The good news is that you don’t have to do it in your own strength – He has gifted you and empowered you to do it. Just say “Lord, I’m willing.” Then do these 3 keys as you walk it out.

As a young father of two precious children, Tommie Harris Jr. lost his wife to a brain aneurysm. At that point, he had to learn to stand on his knees. Tommie was a chubby kid, a high school athlete, a college football All-American and an NFL star. He learned to play through the pain at every level. This plan is the fourth of five in the series.

How can you finish well and strong in the face of life tragedy, pressure and unforeseen circumstances? What do you do when the going gets tough? When the music fades, and the cheerleaders return to their place of abode? How can you keep going when willpower and resolution are no longer enough? There is a higher dimension of strength you can tap into; I hope this devotional blesses you.

Self-discipline—whether with your time, food, or money—is a good and God-honoring thing. But it can easily become an ultimate thing and thus turn into a soul-sucking idol. How can you avoid crossing over to the dark side of discipline? That’s the question you’ll answer in this 3-day reading plan.

In Who Am I?, Michael S. Carlton empowers readers to recognize who they are from a biblical perspective, uproot the lies the enemy has planted in their minds, and pursue the purpose God has placed in their lives.

If you're seeking to grow in an area of your life, it can help to choose a "word of the year," along with a Bible verse to go with it. In this 3-day plan, you'll learn how to select a word and then grow in it throughout the year.

You weren’t called to manage, you were called to multiply. This 3-day Bible plan explores the sacred responsibility of stewardship. Not just of finances, but of time, influence, relationships, and legacy. Through the lens of a king entrusted with divine assignments, you’ll learn to inventory what God has placed in your hands and steward it with wisdom. Whether you lead a family, business, or small group, this plan will challenge you to stop waiting for more and start multiplying what you already have. For the glory of the King who gave it.

Every season brings victories and defeats, but God calls us to keep going. In this three-day plan, professional soccer goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury reflects on her journey through injuries, losses, and high-pressure moments. Through her story, you’ll discover how God’s truth, grace, and promises help us press on—not for earthly recognition but for eternal reward.

As we finish our All-In Series do not let daily distractions take you away from living for God. Run the race with all-in faith. Do not quit!

Over the next three days, we will consider three attributes that are vital and key to our transformation as believers. They are attributes that, when in place, enable us to manifest God's character and be victorious in life amidst the chaos all around. By the end of this study, may you have received the strength to embrace his standards in your daily life in Jesus' name. Amen.

Marriage can be likened to a long distance race that requires tact and grace to be successful. In this Bible plan, you will discover what is required of you to maintain the desired momentum in your marriage as you desire to build a marriage that you can refer to as a safe haven.

Have you ever wanted something so desperately that despite the hindrances and setbacks you persevered until you had it in your grasp? Well, walking with Jesus is similar. Though the road to the finish line can be long, frustrating, bumpy, and filled with so many ups and downs, you can determine to fashion your life like the Apostle Paul and keep your eyes on the prize. God will give you the strength to keep on going and to finish strong.

How many of us have said this year will be different? My prayer is that it really will be. God designed us with a specific purpose. And the life He's given us is meant to be lived pursuing that purpose. Not looking back or standing stagnant, but relentlessly going after Him with passion and expectation. My prayer is that this devotional aids you in that pursuit. Ok, Ready, Set GO!

Tony Dungy reveals four keys to successful teamwork that are based on biblical teaching and his forty years of experience in the pro-football. Simply put, Dungy says that winning teams must have SOUL. In this four-day devotional, learn about the characteristics each of these letters represents and discover how to build an outstanding team—whether on the job, in your community, or at home.

Do you often struggle to find the time to get in a workout as well as spend quiet time with the Lord? Sometimes life gets so busy you just can't find time to squeeze in one more thing. For the health-conscious believer this Abide plan helps you both trim your waist and boost your faith.

Pain is inevitable on this side of Heaven. As much as we desire Heaven, we have a purpose here on Earth right now. This plan is about pushing through the pain we experience on Earth so that we can fulfill our purpose for God!

J.R.R. Tolkien was convinced that he would never finish "The Lord of The Rings". But through fellowship with other Christians, such as C.S. Lewis, Tolkien persevered. During this time, Tolkien wrote a brilliant parable called, "Leaf by Niggle". In this four-day plan, I’ll highlight biblical truths from that short story which give us great hope for our work today.

The Christian life sometimes feels like a long, winding race. The race has its rules, and we must run so that we can win. Doing this will require hard work and sacrifice to achieve top performance. This second reading plan of the RUN TO WIN series will open our eyes to see God as the Heavenly Coach who takes us to victory.

This four-day reading plan explores how to RESET, RENEW, REFUEL, and be READY in a competitor’s sport and faith. To learn more about the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, visit fca.org.

Often, our lives are described as a race of faith, encouraging us to endure to the end. At the end of his life, Paul writes how he was still standing. Paul's words gives us hope that no matter how hard life can be, we can fulfill our calling given by God. This 4-day devotional examines what it means to train and endure through the life's difficulties and complete what God has asked of us.

Faith isn’t just believing, it’s living with confidence in the unseen, anchored in who Jesus is. In this 4-day devotional, we’ll journey through the book of Hebrews, exploring what it means to have a faith that endures, perseveres, and moves mountains.

Virtues are about our character and our personality. When we walk into a room, what energy and culture come with us? How do we show up with others and for others? In this study, well explore the why, the what, and the how of the masculine virtues: humility, discipline, responsibility, and chivalry.

Grace for the Race is a 4-day devotional designed to help believers run the Christian journey with purpose, discipline, and total dependence on God. It explores the importance of having the right motive, shedding every weight, refusing to rely on human ability, and embracing God’s sufficient grace. Each day calls you to examine your heart, align your life with God’s will, and draw strength from Him alone. This plan will inspire you to run with clarity, endurance, and spiritual focus—empowered by grace to finish strong and obtain the eternal prize.

Discover powerful parallels between athletics and faith. Like athletes training with discipline, we grow through daily prayer and Bible reading. Sports have rules; God offers grace when we fall short. While sports bring joy through friendship and achievement, God's joy is infinite and greater than any challenge. Athletic trophies fade, but faithfulness to God leads to eternal rewards. Sports are a gift—embrace them while keeping your eyes on the bigger picture: serving Jesus and impacting lives forever.

Giving God first place in our lives is not a one-time event . . . it’s a life-long process for every Christian. Whether you’re new to the faith or a “veteran” follower of Christ, you’ll find this plan to be easy to understand and apply, and a highly effective strategy for victorious Christian living. Taken from the book, “Out of This World: A Christian’s Guide to Growth and Purpose” by David J. Swandt