Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 3:12

Our identity informs what we say, think, and do. Identity can be rooted in many things, but it is important for our identity to be rooted in the right thing—Jesus.

Parenting can be hard on a marriage, and challenging seasons of parenting can be even harder. That can certainly be the case during your kid’s teen years. If you’re in this stage right now, or soon to be, this plan is for you. In this plan by Lindsay Few, see what Scripture has to say to help you keep growing your marriage while your kids are in these formative years.

Does your critical spirit crush your spouse or rob your marriage of companionship? Has your spouse said you are critical? Constantly judging yourself and others will hold you back from being fully vulnerable and transparent with your spouse. God has better for your marriage. In this 5-day plan by Tiffany Miller, we take a biblical look at how to cut the criticism and cultivate companionship.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re born again and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to different values about right and wrong, and a different lifestyle to match it. This 5-day plan uses the 10 Commandments (following the classic Augustinian ordering) as a vehicle for an alternative, Christ-like morality and Jesus-way of living.

In his book The Hidden Peace, Joel Muddamalle defines humility as the ability to see ourselves and others as God does. This balanced understanding of our place in the world can bring contentment as we begin to place our cares, anxieties, and weaknesses in the hands of the Father. As we take this path together, may you discover the unrivaled peace that comes with knowing Your God is in control.

Sometimes life hurts. Sometimes life is hard. Sometimes life can be dark. And it leaves its mark—like ashes of grief—in the deepest parts of our souls, where no one but God can really see. In this plan, Darcie Stephens, Finding Hope Coordinator for Hope is Alive Ministries, shares some of her own story of loving those in the midst of substance abuse and how God brought her HOPE.

Funk [fuhngk]: a depressed state of mind. What do you do when a funk falls out of the sky and thuds into your relationships? It’s not that you hate each other, but things just aren’t right. The Bible has a lot to say about de-funking our relationships. Join us as we peek into 5 of the “One Anothers” that the Bible offers us as funk fixers.

The Bible is a big book and can often feel intimidating. But this big book contains God’s story and plan for creation. When we take time to read it slowly and reflect on its words, it transforms our lives. Join us as we do just that with this five-day reading plan on the book of Colossians.

Are you wanting to dive deeper into what God has in store for you? Join us over a 5-day journey in learning how to cultivate a heart of compassion!

This 5-day Bible plan explores the journey of obedience through the story of Abraham, highlighting its cost, purpose, challenges, and blessings. Join A. Margot Blair and discover how radical obedience to God deepens your faith, aligns you with His will, and unlocks His promises in your life.

Taking the leap from friendship to romance is an exciting journey, filled with moments of joy and moments that can feel a bit overwhelming. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing Biblical advice for navigating the journey with care by starting with prayer and putting Christ first in everything you do.

Each of us is broken in one way or another. The pain of feeling unloved, unseen, or forgotten causes us to doubt God and ourselves, but God chooses us, heals us, and works through us in our brokenness. He is our hope for a broken world.

Leadership in nonprofit work, social impact, and social work demands resilience, courage, tenacity, kindness, and humility. We often stand in the gap—advocating, seeking justice, and restoring hope. But what happens when we feel exhausted, unseen, or burdened by losses? This 5-day devotional is for those in the trenches, leading with heart yet questioning if it’s worth it. Together, we’ll explore how God calls us to lead with strength and grace. May these words remind you—you are not alone, your work matters, and God sees you.

The Bible has a lot to say about idolatry. In the 21st century, there are many things competing with God for our attention and worship. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective of idolatry, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Welcome to 94x50: Discipleship on the Court, a five-part devotional series exploring the connection between basketball and the call to make disciples. Like basketball, discipleship requires teamwork, skill development, and adherence to principles. The court transforms into a space for spiritual growth and fellowship, where players grow in faith and character. This series highlights how the fundamentals of basketball mirror key aspects of the Christian walk. Join us as we delve into these powerful parallels and discover how the game we love can inspire us to live out our faith.

Margin is the gap between our commitments and our limits. However, an unconscious pursuit of progress is the driving force of modern living. In this reading plan, we will examine four movements the Holy Spirit is inviting each of us to embark on as we seek to regain the margin that progress has stolen from our relationships, schedules, and finances.

Every woman of faith is called to represent Christ, even in the spheres of business in which she occupies. The journey is not always easy, but we can learn to balance boldness with kindness: embracing the power we have been given without compromising our identity in Christ.

The church is meant to be a place of healing and hope. Too often it’s a place of hurt. This 5-day plan is designed to help you navigate times when church hurt happens. It continues a journey through the book of Acts, the Bible’s gripping sequel of Jesus at work in the life of his followers as he expands his kingdom to the ends of the earth. It’s a journey on what it means to be a Christian. It’s a story in which you have a role to play.

Have you ever prayed for God to change other people because it’s just too challenging to be in a relationship with them? Have you ever experienced relationship exhaustion because you’re tired of trying to help them be better? The hard truth is that changing them is not our battle to fight. In this study, we will learn how God gives us examples, tools, and encouragement to help us navigate dealing with difficult people.

This 5-day devotional helps you cultivate Christlike compassion toward those who have hurt you. Grounded in verses like those found in Colossians 3 and Luke 6, you’ll be challenged to soften your heart, see your family members through God’s eyes, and move toward mercy rather than judgment. Compassion doesn’t excuse wrongdoing but opens the door to understanding and healing. If you're holding onto anger or struggling to care, this study will guide you toward grace. Start today and let compassion be a channel of God’s healing in your family.

Offense is everywhere—on the road, at home, even in church. But what if it’s more than a feeling? What if it’s a trap? In this 5-day Bible plan, discover how offense, unforgiveness, and bitterness block God’s blessings—and how to break free. Through real stories and Scripture, you’ll learn to reject the enemy’s bait and walk in the freedom Jesus offers. Whether you’ve been deeply hurt or daily annoyed, this plan will help you release the weight, lean into grace, and find peace through God’s forgiveness.

Stepfamilies face unique issues, and while integrating a stepfamily is rewarding, it can also be challenging at times. This 6-day video series plan from stepfamily expert Ron Deal provides practical realistic solutions for developing a healthy blended family.

What does it look like to follow Jesus? How can we express our love through obedience? Focus on knowing and loving Jesus more. See also "Jesus, I Want to Love You" (companion prayer) by Thistlebend.

This plan provides you three unique inductive study questions for each reading,  joyfully offered to help you meet God in his Word with greater perceptivity,  understanding, and power. The "Questions for" series was written and edited by InterVarsity staff.

Most of the struggles we have in marriages are not due to a lack of information. They are due to a lack of obedience to what we already know. In this plan, we offer Straight Biblical Truth that will help you with your walk in having a successful marriage.