Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 1:3

Living on the earth as a human comes with limits. There are problems we feel powerless to change. Habits and relational patterns can leave us feeling stuck. And we long to control the situations that frustrate us. Join Andrew and Wendy Palau in this encouraging 5-day devotional and be encouraged that God's power meets us where our power ends. With Jesus Christ, change is possible.

In his letter to the church at Philippi, the apostle Paul expressed effusive gratitude for their support during his imprisonment. His prayers for the Philippians—and for himself—were characterized by thanksgiving, cheerfulness, and confidence in Christ’s faithfulness. In this five-day look at the first verses of that letter, Pastor Robert J. Morgan shows us how we can become more like Christ through adopting a similar attitude.

Like so many people, do you struggle to grasp joy and hold on to it? In this week’s devotional from best-selling author and pastor Randy Frazee, we’ll discuss a few of the principles from his book "The Joy Challenge"—an exploration of the letter to the Philippians and the timeless, encouraging advice offered to us by the apostle Paul.

Ever felt thankful at Thanksgiving but wondered why that feeling didn't last long? Perhaps, you need a new way to think about gratitude and a new approach to practicing it. In this plan and 5 day challenge, you'll learn how to exercise your gratitude muscle, especially in moments when you're struggling to thank God or feel joyful.

This 5-day Philippians Plan explores the first chapter of Paul’s joyful letter. Discover what it means to live as citizens of heaven, set apart as living sacrifices, trusting God to complete His work in you. Reflect on practical teachings that inspire a deeper relationship with God, helping you stay faithful through challenges. Through themes of identity, perseverance, and surrender, this plan encourages you to live with purpose, joy, and a heavenly perspective.

The voices that fly around inside our minds can either create peace and balance or chaos and disruption. Join us in our 6 day devotional to help equip you in finding internal peace amongst the noise of life.

The spiritual life is a struggle. We can learn to struggle well by pursuing intimacy with God in the context of adversity. Struggling well will lead to progress in resisting temptation and standing strong with the Holy Spirit’s help as warriors of Christ united with other believers in our purpose to defeat evil and share Christ with the world. Based on Ben Stuart’s Rest & War video Bible study.

What kind of person can sit in prison and write a book about joy? The apostle Paul’s joy transcended his earthly circumstances, and he felt compelled to share it with his friends at Philippi. He teaches that happiness is found through Christlike humility, contentment, and service. In just six short lessons, favorite teacher Dr. J. Vernon McGee shows you what it means to have that same kind of joy.

Being a Christian man is not at all easy. God’s Word offers help as you seek stand out from the “run of the mill” existence and be the best possible version of yourself. Written by Stephen Binz based on teachings by Bishop Thomas Olmstead of the Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.

This original video and six devotions about North Korean Christians will inspire you to a deeper, bolder walk with Jesus Christ. You will read how our Christian brothers and sisters follow Christ despite the fear and oppression they experience daily in the world’s most restricted nation as North Korea’s government attempts to eliminate all traces of Christianity. A Scripture reading from Philippians is included with each story.

Join the creative community of Hillsong Church as we spend seven days reading and praying through the book of Philippians. Philippians is a letter penned by the apostle Paul from prison in Rome, written to the church in Philippi who were also under great opposition. The message of Philippians is one of deep friendship, encouragement and exhortation to live like Christ no matter what life’s circumstances may be.

Meaningful struggle (not pointless hustle) can lead us to growth and joy. Paul understood hustle and struggle, but still helped the Philippians live in authenticity, unity, and community. We might feel that life is trying to bury us… but each of us is a seed. And in this 7-day journey through Philippians, we’ll see how we can grow deep roots and blossom by finding the meaning in our struggle.

Leading and managing through change without becoming discouraged or burned out is one of the most significant determinants of success and longevity for leaders and their teams. Over the next 7 days, we will use practical tips and biblical truths to discuss common characteristics and behaviors of leaders who anticipate and accelerate through seasons of significant change well.

In this seven-day devotional, we'll explore the power of thanksgiving. Learn about the benefits of living with an attitude of gratitude toward the One who is supremely worthy of your gratitude, and discover how you can walk in thankfulness even in the midst of difficulty.

Joy is not the absence of trouble but the presence of Jesus. The apostle Paul's letter to the church at Philippi drips with joy—it's not what anyone would expect given his circumstances. In this seven-day devotional, Skip Heitzig looks at select passages in Philippians to show how you can find joy in the unlikely places and discover how God adds color to the most black and white moments in life.

How do we respond when life doesn’t go as we planned or when we take a detour? When we’re experiencing change, it’s easy to be overwhelmed with feelings of confusion, anger, and disappointment. But God has something better for us. Learn how you can start embracing change, even in the middle of the messy process.

Learn seven time-tested ways to pray that will strengthen your relationship with God. Each day Amy will guide you on how to incorporate one practice into your life. As you turn to God, you’ll discover him happy to hear from you. And you’ll find that prayer becomes a habit to enjoy, helping you to know God better and building your faith in him.

This seven-day reading plan for sports fans unpacks the importance of living with thanksgiving...and how through sports examples and Biblical Truth we can be challenged, encouraged, and inspired to follow Jesus and become more like Him.

Don’t let disconnection steal the affection from your marriage. God wants you to live a connected healthy life together. Take this 7 Day Married Couple’s Connection Challenge and see how the Bible points us to connect with each other. This 7-day plan by Christina Dodson will help you talk more, prioritize each other, have fun again, and learn new things about each other.

Spend a week studying the book of Philippians using the Courage For Life Study Bible. Ann White, general editor of the Courage For Life Study Bible, takes you through key passages in the book of Philippians using the inductive Bible study method found on each page of Bible text in the Courage For Life Study Bibles.

When we choose to live set apart for God’s glory, we unapologetically point to the reason for our strength, the reason for our hope, and the reason our lives look different. Choose today to shine your light brightly for Jesus as you live your life set apart.

Have you ever wondered how you can honor the Lord with your life? One day before God's throne, we will receive crowns from Him as reward for the way we lived our earthly lives. There are different crowns mentioned in Scripture, each touching on a different aspect of the Christian life. Learn how to LIVE NOW to be sure you receive them ONE DAY!

When you lose someone you love, life returns to normal in about 14 days — for everybody but you! If you're feeling stuck in sorrow, you are not alone. Grief Survivor author, Beth Marshall understands. After losing close family members, she realized grief is hard work! The Grief Survivor study will encourage you to write, and trust the Lord to do what only He can do — restore joy-filled life!

All Christians find it difficult to pray at times. The apostle Paul found the kind of spiritual closeness in his own fellowship with the Father that is available to all of us. Praying with Paul leads group members into the Epistles to see what Paul taught in his "school of prayer." In 8 days with DA Carson, you will be exposed to the priorities of prayer, a God-centered framework for prayer, and practices for a more meaningful and dynamic prayer life. 

Join blended families like yours who share their experiences, fears, hopes, and the details that are making life work each day. Start this Life.Church Bible Plan with your spouse, your family, or your blended family group and watch God do what only He can do.