Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 4:9

1 John 4:7-21 teaches us much about the love of God. The Apostle John gives us the gospel’s definition of God’s love, and he reminds us of how, through the gospel, God permanently displayed His love to us. In this passage John also reminds us of how the gospel empowers us to demonstrate to God, and to others, this love of God in our own Christian lives.

Prepare your heart for the Christmas season with this 5-Day Advent Devotional from Worship Together.

As Valentine's Day dawns, a symphony of love and anticipation fills the air. In the midst, it becomes paramount to reflect on the biblical wisdom surrounding the choices we make in matters of the heart. We will unravel timeless principles anchored in God's word.

God made us to be light in a dark and confusing world. Our insecurities or false ideas of what “witnessing” means sometimes make us forget that sharing God’s light is a joy, not a burden. Babbie Mason reminds us that God offers us natural opportunities every day to point people to His gospel hope. Find inspiration here for lifting the light of the gospel higher than ever before.

Salvation is a free gift of God, and we can accept it just by believing that Jesus is the Son of God, who came to earth to die for our sins and rise again. Salvation is for everyone who believes, but is believing enough? Join us as we uncover 4 checks from the Bible to be sure that your salvation is real, and can never be taken away.

In the midst of life’s busyness, we sometimes lose our sense of wonder about who God is. In these devotionals, Pastor Jack Mooring explores five attributes of God—love, joy, holiness, compassion, and faithfulness—to help us “re-image” God in our minds and hearts.

A foggy windshield, poor visibility from rainy weather, or glare from the sun—you’ve probably experienced it before!
How do we keep a clear view of the path God has mapped out for our lives? Let me invite you into my world as a trucker, offering a unique perspective through a Christian lens, with insights that might surprise you. Will you turn the key and give the go-ahead? Let’s hit the road together!

Most of us long for the fairy tale, the “happily ever after,” love everlasting. But then, life happens. Husband-and-wife team Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink have learned that the secret of lasting, in faith and in family life, is choosing to endure together, through the challenges and joys of our lives.

Deep in our souls, we know we were created for more. More than hurried days, rushed conversations, and the never-ending scroll on our phones. This more we long for is greater intimacy with God. And every day, in every way, Jesus reaches out a hand and invites us to experience His abundant life. His kingdom here on Earth. This week’s devotional offers guidance in accepting that beautiful invitation.

Do you ever struggle to believe Jesus really loves you? You’ve probably heard the song, but sometimes life makes love feel distant or conditional. Maybe you’ve wondered, Does His love really include me? The good news is Jesus’ love is constant, personal, and unshakable. In this 5-day plan, we’ll dive into Scripture to see just how much He loves you—right now, exactly as you are. His love is real, and it can change everything.

Unity is defined as: the state of being united or joined as a whole. God’s desire for your life is to be united with firstly Him, and secondly, other believers. While we are all created differently, we are all created in His image, and He is calling us to join together to do His work here on earth. Will you unite with God and your fellow believers today?

Are you facing a giant in your life right now, something that stares you down and just dares you to try to fight back? In this devotional, Denise Renner explains the weapons that God equips you with so that you can fight back against your giants. By His power you are a giant killer!

Near the end of his life, John was the last of the living apostles and wrote a story about Jesus. It’s his testimony of who Jesus is, what he said, what he did, and who he claimed to be. Jesus has a story. He invites us to make it our story. When we make Jesus’s story our story, we have life in his name. This plan focuses on John 13 and Jesus's prediction of Judas's betrayal, Peter's denial, and Jesus's new commandment to his disciples. It is part of an ongoing series through John.

Our society has become increasingly materialistic, with many Christians falling right in line behind the cash register. This plan looks at some of what the Bible says about wealth. Part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Want to Love You" Series, focusing on knowing and loving Jesus more. These plans can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Want to Love You" (companion prayer) by Thistlebend Ministries.

Self-empowerment and personal development are prevalent concepts in our culture today. Being self-aware, responsible, and knowing your strengths and weaknesses is a plus in life. But, could popular self-affirmations be just far enough from the Truth that believing them could hold you back from living the very best life God has planned for you? Let’s dig into scripture in this 6-day plan by Robin Meadows to see what is revealed.

Now, more than ever, we are faced with everyone’s life as they want it to be seen, and the comparison to our own lives stirs up envy. You do not want this spirit festering in you, but what about the damage envy causes when it is coming against you from another person? In this reading plan, you will discover how to overcome envy, safeguard your heart, and walk in freedom.

Once, a man predicted His own death. He also predicted He’d only be dead for three days. And He was right! Jesus’ death and return to life are the amazing truths of the Easter story. Christians still celebrate the day. But what does it all mean for you? This Bible Plan will help you understand the mysteries and the beauty of Easter!

Blurred vision results when the lenses of your eyes fail to focus light properly. Any type of corrective lenses work to help your eyes focus light correctly. Just like glasses or contacts for your eyes, the corrective lenses for insecurity is your identity in Christ. Defining your identity in Christ will focus His light, bursting through any insecurity, and bring total restoration to your vision.

Due to the pandemic, the last two years have left many without loved ones, changed an individual’s health, and for some, job loss! Are you looking for a new beginning? If you are, it is time to step out of circumstances and step inside your heart! As we make some positive changes, life can begin anew! Please join me in this 6-day devotional using God’s Word as our guide!

Do you know what love is? People thought they did, but Jesus came and remixed everything! This six-day Bible Plan will help you learn all about Jesus’ remixed love. What’s this remixed love all about? Spoiler: It’s less about what’s in it for you and more about others!

The New Testament books of 1, 2 and 3 John have a recurring theme: love. The author speaks repeatedly of Jesus’s command for believers to love one another. Christian believers should stand apart from the rest of the world, characterized by God’s love. This six-day devotional explores John’s words in his three epistles, offering tangible ways to show God’s love to fellow believers.

Consider this Bible Plan for pre-teens your six days of Christmas. (Because, who has time for all 12?) Get your heart and mind centered around the real meaning of this joyful season. Hint: It’s even better than candy, tinsel, and some guy in a red suit!

In this 6-part devotional, Pastor Dylan Dodson looks at difficult topics that impact all of us, yet can sometimes be hard to talk about in church. This plan will encourage you to be honest about your struggles while finding hope in Jesus.

Jesus commands his people to love one another, and in his high priestly prayer, he asked for unity in the church. What does the Bible mean by love? What does it mean to be one in unity? How does our unity with other believers relate to our union with Christ? In this 6-day devotion, discover what it means to unite in love and grow in communion with God.

Choosing the straight and narrow path to follow the Lord is not always easy and requires work. This 6-day devotional models for parents how to teach your children to persevere, to exercise discipline, and to make choices which strengthen our walk with the Lord.