Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 1:8

If you've ever battled impostor syndrome, fear, or anxiety about the door God has opened for you, the position He assigned, or the table you've been invited to sit at, this plan is for you! The Power of Women explores the tension between the pressures of being a woman and the power of God working through His daughters as we carve new paths in our homes, workplaces, families, communities, and churches.

This 9 day reading plan brings to life select women of the Bible. Readings provide a brief glimpse of life in the ancient world, the problems these women faced and how they solved them. The Bible shows both the good and the bad, sharing the results of doing something God’s way in contrast to going your own way.

The book of First Samuel records the story of Hannah, an Israelite woman. Her life circumstances were humiliating and demoralizing. But the Bible pictures her as an exemplary, God-fearing woman. This reading plan takes Hannah’s life story as an example for our own lives. Do read with us!

Who was this man Jesus? Maybe you have read about Him, heard of Him, or follow Him. No matter what you know or don't know of Jesus, He is so profound, mysterious, and wonderful, I guarantee you have not discovered all that He is, and He longs for you to discover more. He invites you to draw closer, to follow him to places unexplainable.

When was the last time you did a really deep dive into the Christmas story? From King Herod to the shepherds, Mary and Joseph, to the wise men and Zechariah, there is much to learn from the events surrounding the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. Over the next 10 days, we’ll look at truths from the Christmas story we should live all year long.

In a brand new devotional series titled, The Reason for the Season, Pastor Jim Cymbala provides fresh insight into the Christmas story. As he addresses the unspoken sadness that many carry at this time of the year, Pastor Jim Cymbala challenges us to think about what would mean the most to Jesus this holiday season.

What does the story of Jesus’ birth teach us about living in today’s world? How can it inspire our own relationship with God? Based on the UCB podcast series 'Jesus, Then and Now – In 30 Minutes' (with UCB’s David Taviner and Bible teacher Mike Beaumont), these readings, written by Mike Beaumont, will help you explore the Christmas Story and gain fresh insights into what it means for us today.

Journey through some of the most impactful prayers in the Bible. From Zacharias' plea for a child, to Jesus' model of the Lord's Prayer, each day shows us a prayer that a real historical figure prayed in the Bible. These prayers can inspire and strengthen your own prayer life as you learn to trust in God's timing, seek his wisdom, and rely on his ability to provide.

Embark on a transformative journey through "Untold Stories," a 10-day devotional designed to deepen your understanding of God's faithfulness amid life’s challenges. Each reading invites reflection on profound biblical narratives that reveal His unwavering provision and protection. Explore themes of identity and trust as you contemplate the powerful assurances in Psalm 91 and the relationship between God and His friends like Abraham. Through engaging prayers and scripture reflections, you'll confront doubts, embrace God’s love, and recognize the extraordinary in your own untold story, witnessing how His grace transforms the ordinary into the miraculous.

The Virtuous Woman - Serving & Teamwork Bible study seeks to encourage women to serve others and work together to accomplish a common goal. Serving & Teamwork is modeling Jesus' example of humbly serving others while expressing unity in Christ. This study was written by Alexandria McCraney, who lives in Arkansas with her husband and kids, serves with FCA at the University of Arkansas.

Join us for a 12-day experience through the original Christmas story. As we consider the people, places, and events from more than two thousand years ago, we hope you will experience this Christmas in a new and perhaps unexpected way.

🎁Christmas is the time of the year when we give gifts to those we love. 🎄This Christmas, I want you to re-imagine the wonder of Christmas by thinking about all the gifts you have been given because you belong to Jesus. Join us each day as we “unwrap” a special gift that is given to us from above. 🎄✨🎁 Devotional by Dr. Timothy Brown.

Join us on a journey through the Christmas Story in Matthew & Luke, focusing on 12 characteristics of God himself. May you be encouraged this holiday to dive deeper into a relationship with Him!

Committing scripture to memory can be difficult. Singing along with a song isn’t. It’s with this idea, songwriter Kacey Walkingstick has written the Gospel of Luke into song, word for word. This study will focus on chapters 1-3 and cover the Christmas story. Read and hum along to the story of Jesus. You may have heard the Gospel, yet you’ve never heard it like this!

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. We have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture four times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

This reading plan explores the third Gospel. Luke described Jesus Christ as the one who saves. Humanity is lost and desperate, without help or hope, in need of salvation. The third Gospel reminds us that Jesus died to save us.

He Shall Reign is a two week Advent study from New Life Church of Arkansas. Throughout this plan, we look at the anticipation of Christ's birth and how He came to establish His kingdom on earth. Our prayer is that this study would remind you of the unshakable reign of our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

We believe once we become Christians, our lives will suddenly be easy. God did not promise us a life free from pain or for any women we read about in the Bible, like Mary, Hannah, and Esther. Each had to walk through pain and live her life by faith rather than by sight. Each had to choose to trust God when she didn’t understand.

In the Gospel of Luke, we find a unique account of Jesus’ life. Luke shows us how much Jesus sees, knows, and cares for His people. He continually goes out of His way to help those in need and to seek the lost. This Gospel also shows us what it truly means to follow Jesus and what it may cost us when we do.

Rejoice! Immanuel- God with US! The very first songs about the birth of our Savior were recorded in the Gospel of Luke and were sung by 1st-century Jews: Mary, Zechariah, Simeon, as well as a stunning angelic choir whose sound must have been out of this world! Join us as we prepare for the celebration of our Savior and dive into God's Word about why we can REJOICE!

This year, as we face a different kind of Christmas following a very hard year, we all need reminders that our joy begins (and ends) with the love displayed from the manger to the cross. Jesus’ birth on that seemingly unremarkable Bethlehem night is our hope for today. Even as there’s pain in the night, joy still comes from a baby born that first Christmas morning.

Dive into the remarkable stories of women in the Bible who faced adversity, embraced faith, and triumphed as living examples of resilience and purpose.This 15-day devotional is designed to inspire and empower you to walk boldly in your God-given identity, just as these extraordinary women did. This devotional isn’t just about reading their stories—it’s about stepping into your own. When women thrive, we all elevate. Say “bye-bye” to imposter syndrome and “hello” to a thriving life!

Our kind of Christmas isn’t working. The status quo of our holiday season pushes us into busyness, distraction, and exhaustion instead of the rest and relief that Jesus came to bring. This Plan redirects us to God’s kind of Christmas, where we slow down, catch our breath, read everything the gospels say about the birth of Jesus, and remember everything that is ours through faith in our Prince of peace.

This three week plan walks us through the timeless wonder of how God came to us through His son, Jesus. The plan is designed to begin on a Monday so that each weekend will include shorter content meant for rest and reflection during the holiday season. Join us as we study what the birth of Christ means for our future, present, and past.

How can you celebrate your family—a sanctuary of love and life? Sign up for a 21-day Lectio Divina devotional and journey through the Gospel of Luke with your family or community. As you listen to God’s Word, and meditate on stories of hope and healing, allow the sacred Scriptures to transform your understanding of God’s unconditional love.