Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 18:1

There are Biblical principles on how to Define and Discern Godly relationships. As believers, we honor God in how we choose and steward the associations entrusted to us. In this devotional, we walk through three principles: Defining, Discerning, and Disconnecting from ungodly connections that hinder our growth in Christ.

This message highlights the powerful friendship between David and Jonathan as a model of true, godly relationships. It emphasizes selfless love, unwavering loyalty, integrity, sacrifice, respect for God’s will, and consistent encouragement. Their bond shows that genuine friendship is not based on personal gain but on commitment, trust, and spiritual alignment. It challenges us to build relationships that uplift, support, and honor God’s purpose in one another’s lives, even when it requires sacrifice or putting others first.

God created people to live as families, providing care, support and connection for one another. Sometimes family means more than just relatives. And some of the most beautiful relationships in the Bible are ones in which God drew unlikely people together in unexpected ways. Where do you find people who will be like family to you? Explore how God can help you find family — or be family for someone in need!

The God who made us placed within our hearts a longing for happiness and purpose, so we shouldn’t be surprised the Bible provides us with answers. Scholar and teacher Jonathan Pennington helps us to rediscover biblical Christianity as a whole-life philosophy, one that addresses our greatest human questions and equips us to live meaningful lives. This week, you will come to see God and Scriptures in an entirely new way.

In order for us to be God-honoring friends, we are encouraged to come to Jesus. It is because of the friendship we have in Him that we can be a God-honoring friend to someone else. In this plan we are going to go over four special attributes every godly friendship should have, to help you be the best friend you can be!

King David is described in the New Testament as a man after God’s own heart, meaning that he aligned his own heart with that of God’s. As we study David’s life, our goal for this series is to analyze the things David did in 1 & 2 Samuel in order to mold our hearts after God’s and resemble the same intensity of focus and spirit that David showcased throughout his life.

This 5-day plan from Pastor Mike Signorelli explores breaking free from toxic family patterns through biblical wisdom on spiritual roots behind difficult relationships. Gain insights on rising above dysfunction for your God-given purpose. Though you didn't choose your family, God did, and He can use you to end generational trauma.

This five-day plan about character is designed to help us understand the difference between good and bad character, and to recognize that true, lasting character is shaped by abiding in Christ. Drawing from scripture, we explore what character is, what influences it, where to find examples of godly character, and how we can grow in Christlike character moving forward. As we remain connected to Jesus, His character is formed in us, producing fruit that reflects who we are as His followers.

From time to time, every leader needs to take a gut check. Whether you’re leading others at your job, in your church, on your campus, or in your home, none of us want to fail in the leadership opportunities we’ve been given (1 Corinthians 13:8). Use this 7-day reading plan to discover the most excellent way to lead.

Every girl has a story. Sadly, many of these stories are filled with heartbreaks, pain, rejection, confusion, hidden hurts, and even abuse. What could have gone wrong or, better still, going forward, how can it be avoided? This devotional will expose the hidden traps of the enemy and fireproof you from opposite-sex relationship pitfalls.

Everyone loves things that are new, right? A new car, new house, new baby, new golf clubs, new movie, new season, new job! This plan is all about starting fresh; hitting the reset button on your life or areas in your life that aren’t going the way you want and taking time to refocus your attention on what’s most important. It’s an opportunity to say, “I’m going to live differently.”

Things will never "go back to normal." This may seem pessimistic, but author Brent Crowe shows us a time-tested, pandemic-tested approach to a more fulfilling life. Ten Steps to Your Best Life extracts clear steps that Jesus taught for living in and through the most difficult times of transition.

No man is an island; we need friends. Created in God's image, we were created for community. Where do we begin? In this study, you'll learn friendship principles from David, Jonathan, and Mike Tyson. When you're done, you'll know what a good friend is, and hopefully, you'll be a better friend.

It is probably every child's favourite Bible story: David and Goliath. The ultimate underdog heroically defeats the unrivalled bad guy. What's not to love? It's a great tale, but there's so much more to this battle than its unlikely outcome.

This series of short meditations will build on the teachings of the Bible to explore how to handle the stress we face in our leadership roles at work. Join us as we dig out some surprising words from the Bible for the management issues we face at work today.

A 10 day journey through 1 Samuel looking at Jonathan’s friendship with David and giving present day application to athletes.

Five stones were essential in David’s arsenal to man-up and take down giants. Five stones are also essential for men to step-up in this day and age. This 10-day Bible study will arm men with the five stones needed to be battle ready for their everyday lives.

In the spaces between words lies a language more ancient than speech—the soul's vernacular. When hearts truly meet, they speak in this forgotten tongue, where a glance carries libraries of meaning and silence becomes eloquence. This sacred dialect can't be learned but only remembered, awakened through love's alchemy and the courage of genuine presence. It's in the eyes that truly see us, the touch that holds our story, the listening that makes a temple of ordinary moments.

Every person God calls, He also surrounds. Paul had Barnabas. Mary had Elizabeth. The greatest callings in Scripture were never solo journeys; they were carried forward by a community of people who brought what the called person couldn't supply themselves. Each person God assembled brought a specific gift, presence, or faithfulness that the calling required at a specific moment for the assignment duration. This 15-day plan traces biblical figures who form the ultimate "kitchen cabinet" for anyone walking out a God-given calling. You were not designed to walk this road by yourself. Let's meet your companions.

Whether you’ve been married for five minutes or fifty years, one of the most loving things you can do to strengthen and protect your marriage is to pray. Your wife needs your prayer support to encourage and empower her to be the woman God created her to be and equip her to take on life's daily challenges. As you pray, you'll be inspired to express your love and care for her in new and meaningful ways.

Whether you’ve been married for five minutes or fifty years, one of the most loving things you can do to strengthen and protect your marriage is to pray. Your husband needs your prayer support to encourage and empower him to be the man God created him to be and equip him to take on life's daily challenges. As you pray, you'll be inspired to express your love and care for him in new and meaningful ways.

By the end of this study, we pray that you will know God’s voice better, that you will know when and how he speaks, and feel compelled to obey. As we study Scripture, we will discover that God’s plan cannot be thwarted regardless of who is in power. The point of the original monarchy found in 1 and 2 Samuel, illustrates that from the beginning.

David's life is described in detail in the Bible. He was “a man after God's heart.” What exactly does that mean? How can we learn from David’s example? These and other questions are answered in this reading plan. Read along and discover how ancient stories are still relevant today!

Getting stuck is never fun. Worse than getting stuck in traffic or in a long line is getting stuck spiritually. In this devotional, you will walk with some of the great heroes of the faith and principles from Romans 12 to discover how you can get unstuck and experience spiritual momentum. Pastor and author Lance Witt breathes fresh insight into the journey of some great trailblazers of the Christian faith.

Life is filled with unexpected setbacks. Fear, failure, and resistance threaten to stall our progress and discourage our faith. But throughout the Bible, we see that when God calls someone forward, obstacles are simply part of the journey—not the end of it. In this Bible Reading Plan, explore the life of David to see how faithful obedience and trust in God’s strength enables us to keep moving forward, even when the path is blocked.