Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:21

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the nineteenth part "The Apostles' Teaching." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Get a fresh perspective on the practical wisdom of James. Brothers and sisters from Africa share about children at risk, "tongue meat", favoring the rich, healing, and more. Featuring insight from the Africa Study Bible and questions for reflection or discussion, let the global church encourage you to put your faith to work.

Hurry doesn’t just make you weary. It is the great enemy of your spiritual life. In The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer provides four down-to-earth practices for staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive: 1) Silence and solitude, 2) Sabbath, 3) simplicity, and 4) slowing. It’s the unhurried Way of Jesus.

Ever said something you wish you could take back? Of course you have. We all have. Even if what you said was true, those words may have cost you your job, your reputation, or a relationship. Conversations don't come with backspace buttons, so how do we prevent our mouths from getting us in trouble next time? For the next five days, let’s explore ways to work on taming our tongues.

This 5-day devotional reminds Christians how they can respectfully interact with people whose beliefs are radically different and remain faithful to the gospel. Through prayer you will learn how to think deeply and working daily to live with humility, patience, and tolerance in our time.

As a Christian, you may have heard that your identity should be found in Jesus, but have you ever thought about what that actually means? It means that when you chose to believe in Jesus, you chose to make his story, your story. This week, as an introduction to finding your identity, we will first take a look at Jesus' role as prophet, priest and king.

Share this devotional with others as Vance K. Jackson leads readers through this powerful devotional. When you are in Christ, there is nothing that can keep you tied and bound to the kingdom of darkness. When you are in Christ, there is nothing that can keep you entangled to the grip and stronghold of the enemy. Christ died for you and Christ came to set you free.

We've each been there. For some, it's a daily destination, while for others it is a faraway land that seems completely out of reach in this season. No matter who you are, the place of "Surrender" is within reach. It's where you will find your victory, your purpose, and yourself. Journey with Pastor Shauna D. Harrison on a 5-day journey deeper into the heart of the Father.

Unlearn society's definition of masculinity and discover the power of engaging with and mastering your emotions.

Beloved Pastor Steve Poe helps Christians identify and break free from the destructive patterns that are keeping them from the joy-filled, flourishing life Jesus promised.

What truly matters is loving God and loving others, but how do we do that effectively? The truth is, we can’t love people well in our own power. But when we look to God and lay ourselves down in humility, we can live from God’s authentic and powerful love. Learn more about growing in love in this 5-day Bible Plan from Pastor Amy Groeschel.

The Bible doesn't shy away from the reality of masculine instincts nor all of the ways those instincts can lead to destruction. Examining the lives of five men of the Bible, The 5 Masculine Instincts shows that these men aren't masculine role models or heroes but are men who wrestled with their own desires and, by faith, matured them into something better.

Written by Jesus’ brother, the book of James is a practical guide to living a Christ-centered life. James encourages his readers to remain steadfast in a trial, tame the tongue, and humble themselves before the Lord. The practicality of the letter reminds us that true faith is seen in a life marked by faithful works.

This Bible Reading Plan is about the power of our anger. Cain’s sinful heart led him to murder his brother Abel. It’s no secret that our anger can lead us down some terrible paths! That’s why we should constantly be reminded of our banner passage for this Plan: “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” - James 1:19-20 (NIV) In this Bible Reading Plan, we’ll take an inward look at our own anger, and learn how to handle our anger in a way that honors God.

As Christian men, we strive to live our lives according to God's will and purpose. Even with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we can still have blind spots that prevent us from fully experiencing the abundance of grace and blessing God has in store for us.

Holidays can be very triggering and difficult when we love someone in addiction. The season brings a mix of feelings and stress, and we can often lose the joy and excitement the holidays should bring. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Amy LaRue of Finding Hope lays out practical, scriptural ways not just to survive the holidays but THRIVE.

Embrace a 5-day study to help you align your leadership with biblical principles, exploring God's call on your life with honesty, humility, and a Christ-like character. Each day offers practical insights and reflections to help you grow into the leader you’re meant to be.

Jesus embodied servant leadership, humbly serving others and sacrificing Himself for the greater good, as should we, His followers. The biggest faith-movie franchise returns with an exceptionally relevant look at the challenges involved when private citizens feel called to stand up in the political arena. God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust addresses issues such as freedom, separation of church and state, and citizen responsibilities.

This 5-Day plan is taken from my book "James Scripture Journey: A 40-Day Bible Study on the Book of James." James, the half-brother of Jesus, pulls no punches. He wants you to have a faith that grows, a faith that is grounded, and a faith lived out. NOTE: This plan is like looking at "scenes" from the "movie" that is James. To get the most out of this plan, I recommend reading or listening to the whole book (about 15 minutes) so you can get a better grasp on the whole movie as you study the scenes!

A five-day faith challenge through the book of James.

The book of James is perhaps the earliest book written in the New Testament era and is categorized as the ‘Proverbs of the New Testament’ due to its practical messages. Here are six practical instructions from the book of James that will help you as you move forward in your daily life journey.

Change isn’t easy, but it isn’t impossible, either. Starting a few small good habits can change how you see yourself today and transform you into the person you want to be tomorrow. This Life.Church Bible Plan moves through Scripture with a simple acronym for making good daily habits that actually stick.

Have you ever stopped and thought about the significance of your story? This Doxa Deo six-day plan brings the words of the Bible into the whole of life and challenges our notion to maintain control over our past. This short study will take you towards freedom and wholeness.

Do you feel tired? Do you need rest? That may just be exactly what you need! Whether you are looking for a reset of your thoughts on the subject of rest so that you stop feeling guilty for taking it, or, you need the begin prioritising it before something breaks, this 6-day reading plan will begin to take you to those steps of experiencing rest at its purest.

The song “Start Right Here” doesn’t pull punches. It is my candid response to what I see happening in the Church today. It is meant not as criticism but as a loving reminder from an accountability partner. Let's take an inward look as we step into God's Word. -Mark Hall