Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 2 Corinthians 5:18

The Bible calls God “the God of peace”, but also depicts Him as a rider who will strike down the nations with a sharp sword. If we want to understand this paradox, we need to know the basic background story about the battle between God and Satan. This Reading Plan takes seven days to explain it to you.

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.”

Difficult relationships don't fix themselves, and ignoring our problems doesn't make them go away. Drawing from 2 Corinthians, P. Brian Noble offers seven courageous attitudes of reconciliation that reframe the way we see others—especially the challenging people in our lives. If you long to be reconciled and live at peace with those in your family, workplace, and community, then discover the courage, compassion, and tools to do so.

Are we Christians? Are we believers? Are we God’s children? What is our identity in reality? In this devotional, we find the foundation for our identity, to understand how we got it and what is the meaning of life.

From sunrise to sunset we hustle to get money and dream about what to do with it. How much time have we spent considering what God wants us to do with what we have? Do you have the courage to evaluate your stewardship of what God has given you in the light of his Word?

Do you need a fresh start? Through Christ, believers are offered new life not just at the start of a new year but every moment that they turn to him. In this seven-day series from Words of Hope, invite God to make all things new in your life.

Do you have any loose ends? Is there an event or relationship that you need to bring closure to? Do you need to bring reconciliation? Loose ends will affect your attitude. In this reading plan, you will learn more about how to handle your attitude.

Your work is a mission field. Whether you’re starting a new business or job or you simply need a new perspective on the same work, these 7 days of prayer will guide you to read Scripture, then start a real conversation with a real God who loves you, saved you, and has called you to be His witness right where you are.

A 7-day devotional that walks you through the impact of shame and shows how to live authentically and without shame through the power of Jesus.

All of us struggle with frustration at times. The circumstances can be different, but the result is the same: frustration! Where’s the joy and peace of God? In this reading plan, you can learn to can change situations by using a battle plan!

We live in divided times, but Jesus modeled what it looks like to love across political, gender, religious, and cultural lines. His life was marked by loving people wildly different from Him, and He calls us to do the same. Explore this 7-day plan based on the small group study "Divided We Stand."

‘Anchorage: The Storm of Shame’ is designed to inspire individuals, small groups, and families to navigate mental health and wellness topics. This seven-day plan incorporates character discussions, reflective questions, and prayers to help participants explore biblical examples of honor. Choose this plan to discover how these realities help us victoriously overcome the storms of life.

We live the Christian life by faith in the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who loved us and gave Himself for us. He has delivered us from sin and made us His own because He loves us. We are not ashamed of God’s message, the gospel. It is a faithful message of His love for all humanity. From beginning to end, this message calls for faith.

God has much to offer you and me, but we often fail to grasp it. In this plan, we explore how waiting on the Lord and sitting patiently and intentionally at his feet positions us to receive God’s promise of strength. May God guide us to a better understanding and experience of his promises.

The impetus for the exodus was “harsh labor” and slavish jobs (see Exodus 1:14; 3:7-8). Not surprisingly, the Book of Exodus has a lot to teach us about our own work today. In this seven-day plan, we’ll travel with Moses from Egypt, through the Red Sea, and to the foot of Mount Sinai to extract wisdom for our work from the exodus!

Those the world called tax collectors, Jesus called disciples. Those called sinners, Jesus called friends. Those scorned as immoral, He declared forgiven. What names have you been called? What names have you called yourself? Jesus Christ offers you more than a new lease on life… a new name. Join me on this seven-day plan as we discover and embrace the new identity Jesus has given us!

A 7-day plan for managing the anger that controls a man’s life.

We live in a performance-based world, but happy, hope-filled marriages thrive on grace. Choosing to show your spouse the same grace Christ showed you liberates you to walk in freedom and fullness of joy. If you want your marriage to reflect the vibrancy, creativity, and oneness God intends, you must show proactive, ongoing investment. Join this 7-day reading plan and begin experiencing the transformation grace offers.

The believer’s walk of faith is one that is challenging and requires an every day decision of surrender. In this 7 Day Devotional with Jordan David Ward of the trio, Consumed by Fire, you will refocus on what it really means to have a closer walk with Jesus.

There’s no better identity than the one found in Christ Jesus. (I'm not who I used to be - Bree Bond).

Follow Biblical principles as you discover relationship truths, get free of wrong thinking patterns, and see yourself and others in your life as God does. Learn how to coach yourself in God's Word, the Bible, with Him as your Ultimate Life Coach. He will equip you to enjoy fulfilling, life-giving relationships rooted in His love!

"What is my Calling?" If you've been in church for a while (or even a little bit) chances are you've heard this question before... but what does it all mean, and how do we even find our calling? Over the next seven days, we are going to explore this idea. We will ‘bust some myths’ and become confident and secure in the call of God on our lives.

Healing transcends the physical realm and extends into the spiritual, mental, and emotional dimensions of life. Rooted in the teachings of Christ, the concept of healing is deeply embedded in the Christian faith and brings restoration to the soul. This plan will address the impact of childhood trauma on the soul, principles of care for the soul, and strategies to equip believers to walk healed, restored, and whole.

Are you becoming someone you don't recognize? After years of managing the weight of the household, saying hard goodbyes, and enduring the trials of military life, it's no wonder you're exhausted, military wife. You weren't meant to carry it alone. In this seven-day journey through the heart of a military wife, you'll refresh your tired bones as you reorient your heart to reflect God's goodness and love.

The fact is, there is nothing so inevitable in this life as conflict. What’s not inevitable is broken relationships that result from conflict. It may be tempting to shove disagreements under the rug, even when we’re in close proximity with the other person, but with prayer, humility, and skills, we can prevent lasting damage and repair broken relationships.