Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 5:16

Join us as we journey through the book of James.  James provides us with guidelines for living our lives as faith-filled followers of Christ.   He emphasizes a faith that works Genuine faith should produce fruit of good works and mature faith means living what you say you believe. Discover how your faith can work.

Some things only change when we pray. Not sure where to start? Use the questions in this 21-day prayer guide to learn to: pray, praise, repent, ask for help, and yield to God’s will.

This reading plan explores the mission of the Christian community and how we as a community can live on mission. Discover what biblical unity looks like and how we as a community of believers across denominations can be used by God to draw people to His Son!

The James River Church 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer Devotional plan is designed to encourage and strengthen you as you devote this time to walking closer with the Lord. The plan consists of short devotions and a Scripture reading plan for each day. We know that as you spend time fasting and praying, we will see God send revival to our lives, our churches, and our world!

Have you ever wondered what faith looks like in action? This devotional walks you through the Book of James—a letter written by James, who is thought to be the brother of Jesus. As James emphasizes the relationship between faith and works, the next three weeks will be a time for you to grow in spiritual wisdom and practical application as you aim to follow Jesus faithfully.

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.

The James River Church 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer Devotional plan is designed to encourage and strengthen you as you devote this time to walking closer with the Lord. The plan consists of short devotions and a Scripture reading plan for each day. We know that as you spend time fasting and praying, you will see God move mountains in your life!

Over the next 21 days, we will start the year sharp by seeking God first. By dedicating the beginning of our year to a time of prayer and fasting, we will intentionally sharpen our Spirits by prioritizing God and spending time in His presence. We believe that as we commit to starting the year spiritually sharp, you will experience genuine transformation in Christ.

You are invited to participate in the Homecoming 21-day prayer and fasting devotional. Be sure to invite others to join you on this incredible journey!

As a community prepares to enter into an upcoming conference, it is important to seek after the kingdom of the Lord and the plans that He has in mind. Each and every person desires a mighty move of God, and it is an incredible opportunity we have to meet in His presence privately before we meet in community.

This devotional will guide and direct you during 21 days of prayer and fasting. So that you can really make an impact you must focus on going deeper in prayer, the Word, and in your relationship with God. If that is where God is leading you then this devotional is for you.

In The Fasting Companion Plan, author Dr. Thando Sibanda invites you to embark on a 21-day journey of spiritual and physical transformation through fasting. This plan will guide you in understanding the biblical foundation of fasting, experiencing God’s renewal in every area of life, and unlocking the profound benefits of this sacred discipline. Discover how fasting can deepen your relationship with God, strengthen your faith, and prepare you for greater purpose.

When was the last time you prayed for something so BIG it scared you? What BOLD move is God calling you to pursue? What’s holding you back from praying BIG, BOLD prayers? Praying big, bold prayers has reshaped my walk with God. It’s taught me to surrender fear and trust His plans—even when they don’t make sense. This 21-day plan is an invitation to trust God in ways you’ve never trusted Him before. To lean in, ask boldly, and believe for the impossible.

This devotional will guide and direct you during 21 days of prayer and fasting. To be empowered, we need to spend time in the secret place with God. We need to dwell there and not be a visitor. Consistency in the secret place will enable us to receive power from our God on High. Whether you seek a fresh start or desire to deepen your faith, this devotional will guide you into greater intimacy with God.

There’s no way you can be all God wants you to be and fulfill the purposes that you were put on this planet to fulfill without any help. We need each other, and we belong to each other in the Body of Christ! In this series, Pastor Rick explains how to do life in relationship to other people.

This devotion will take you through the entire book of James.

Forgiveness is a big word, but what exactly does forgiveness mean? And what are the consequences if we don't forgive? And what is the difference between forgiving, pardoning and reconciling? This reading plan is structured like an Advent calendar: 24 “doors” and behind each one a little treasure awaits you about the incredible gift that Jesus gave you for Christmas.

For James, Christians (that is, followers of his half-brother) should reflect the character of their God. And what we find in this letter is not works and more works as sometimes thought to be. On the contrary it is a letter infused by God’s character, with the intention of making God-shaped people living in the world.

James often is compact in length but overflows with powerful lessons on godly living. In this Love God Greatly study, take a look into God’s wisdom when it comes to suffering, the power of prayer, the importance of controlling the tongue, and the danger of wealth. James challenges us to not only talk the talk, but walk the walk; to live out our faith in a bold pursuit of holiness. 

Through this 27-day devotional, Don Hopkins leads you on a journey toward healing—healing for you, your wife, and your marriage. Each day is designed to lead you closer to freedom, redemption, and reconciliation. I won’t sugarcoat it: the road ahead requires honesty, humility, and hard work. But as you lean into the tools shared in this bible plan and God’s grace, you will discover that He provides the strength to overcome lust and rebuild trust in your marriage.

The Bible is full of examples of amazing people who demonstrated courage. But can a kid live out extraordinary courage in just their ordinary life? This plan includes some kid-friendly videos of some Bible greats and takes us through their stories of courage while also exploring other verses and passages that challenge us to live with courage in our everyday walk with Christ.

This 28 day reading plan is designed to encourage men to get into God's word and reflect on what it really means to be a "man of God."

The world celebrates change. God celebrates consistency. Learning how to stay committed to the same Spirit, Actions, Mission, and Environment unlocks the Power of Same in our lives, and helps us establish the good habit of fulfilling Jesus’ greatest command: loving Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Every day. Again and again.

If we’re honest, some things we read in the Bible leave us shaking our heads. Is it really even possible to sincerely love people who are different from us? Can we really be content with what we have? How about prayer? Does God really hear us? During this study, we’re going to talk about how things that can seem so impossible to us are completely possible with God. Really!