Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 3:12

Everyday disciples of Jesus are running a marathon. They follow Jesus until the end . Finishing the discipleship marathon well involves patience and perseverance. This Plan explores how to overcome some of the barriers to finishing well and how to keep going, anticipating the great reward in store for you.

This plan is written to help those who are or have struggled with thoughts of depression, self-harm and suicide. This plan discusses the causes of these struggles and lays out a biblical plan for finding victory and true hope.

Faith is a gift God give us. Nurture it and it will bring richness and fulfillment to your life.

Belts work a lot better if they are buckled, don’t they! It is similar with the belt of truth. Vaguely believing that the Bible is true means that you at least have the belt of truth in your belt loops. But is it buckled? The theme of this seven-day study is that one buckles the belt of truth by fully believing the amazing things God says about YOU.

These daily readings are for anyone who is seeking to fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Delve into the words that the Holy Spirit has given to Jennifer LeClaire during times of worship, prayer, and simply everyday living.

Followers of Christ are called to be and make disciples, but it’s not always easy to know what that looks like in the day-to-day of our busy lives. This study shares tips on integrating Christ into your personal life, family, church, or work. It’s based on the lessons learned by HOPE International, a Christ-centered nonprofit, as we’ve studied Scripture and implemented discipleship efforts in our own lives and in the field. This reading plan was adapted from content written by Matthew Rohrs, former director of spiritual integration with HOPE International and current COO with Sinapis.

Pastor Smokie Norful uses the analogy of a cooking pot with a lid to help readers understand how God can release the pressure in their lives. He looks at different struggles and dreams that Christians have, and he identifies ways that they can "take the lid off" to find peace and fulfillment in God's plan for them.

Instead of adding one more thing to the list, Hello Mornings lifts the weight off women by revealing a grace-filled way to establish a powerful morning routine. This devotional from the HelloMornings.org team features seven days of devotions and Bible passages to encourage women to begin each day with God and underscores the how’s and why’s of doing so. Inspiration and motivation to grow with community and encouragement of personal spiritual growth are highlighted. If you’re ready to wake up for your life, and not just to your life, you’ve found a great place to start!  

Do you long to fall in love and find your soul mate? Does God say anything about dating in His word? In this 7-day devotional you’ll learn what God thinks about dating and love and all things that lead to a healthy marriage. 

Has heartbreak, loss, or disappointment shaken the foundation of your life? Do you find yourself even questioning your faith in God? I’ve been there. So what should we do when we’re going through dark places and nothing makes sense? These seven devotionals can give you hope and solid Bible principles for getting past the pain and moving forward into your bright future.

When your marriage is in a fragile state, there have been many misunderstandings, you are hurting and feel all alone, sometimes a little practical help can make a big difference. These 5 dos and don'ts may surprise you, but they are tried and true ways to find comfort, strength, and healing as you trust in the Lord to re-establish oneness and intimacy in your marriage.

Are you living “religiously” out of obligation and a desire to please others, or are you living with a passion to follow Jesus? This week, we will dig deep to ask our hearts and minds the tough questions. I pray that these seven devotionals will help you awaken to the love of Jesus Christ—because faking it can never compare to the joy we find when we truly follow Him.

This devotional reveals God’s infinite thoughts of love toward us, and our invitation to love Him, as unfolded in the deeper meanings of Hebrew words in Scripture, with reflections on Greek and Aramaic terms as well. Each day highlights a biblical passage and investigates a key word or words. You don’t have to know any Hebrew to be blessed by these insights and enjoy a loving relationship with your Lord.

Drawn from the lectures of beloved theologian R. C. Sproul, "Growing in Holiness" explores the Christian life as a process of slow but intentional growth. Although gradual, we are given the Holy Spirit to overcome temptation and obstacles. Whether you're a new believer who wants to better understand your faith or a Christian who is frustrated by a lack of progress, this is your guide to pursuing a holy life.

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.

Long before TED Talks, best-seller lists, podcasts, and conferences, there was a man whose influence and impact changed the world. He came to be known as the Apostle Paul, and he can teach us quite a bit about leadership. "Follow Me" takes leaders back to ancient principles and propels them forward into lives of greater influence. It's 1st-century wisdom for 21st-century leaders!

In Scripture we are clearly told to pursue certain things – first, because they are important, and second, because without an active pursuit, we will never experience them in our lives. These attitudes and actions reflect God’s heart and will bless your life, but they will not automatically come to you unless you take action to pursue them just like He intended.

Easter is a very special time of year for believers in Jesus. This year, why not take some time to journey with Jesus from His preparation, to His crucifixion and His rising? Each day we have something new to learn from the story of Easter, let’s never allow the greatest act of love in history to become dull or familiar.

In Hebrews, Paul invites all believers to run with endurance the race set before us - a metaphor for persevering in faith. You run this race with Christ ahead and with brothers and sisters from all times and all places surrounding you. This 7-day plan focuses on the resilience God develops in you as you train for glory.

Being a good athlete requires discipline and hard work. But the desire to be the best comes with hurdles. We often find ourselves placing our identity and self-worth in how well we perform. Yet only when we truly understand our identity as a child of God can we succeed. Using our short films and encouraging daily readings, Jesus Film Project® will help athletes develop the heart of a champion.

Do you feel lost? Disconnected? Like you're just going through the motions? This 7-day devotional from Christine Caine will encourage you with the truth that when you don’t know the next step to take, God’s grace offers a way forward. His hope offers an anchor for your soul. And his faithfulness declares that wherever you are now, he is ready to bring you home.

We are often called to endurance or perseverance in the Scriptures, and we agree with the goal; but it seems so difficult and tiring. Can we even make it? These lessons look at endurance in a new way from Scripture, that is uplifting and joyful.

Half-hearted, lazy, who cares? Don’t you hate that attitude? Jesus hates it more, as He declared in Revelation 3:16; but how easily we fall into the deception that makes Him want to vomit us out of His mouth! Let’s look at ways we become lukewarm without realizing it, and how to move with our whole hearts into the joy and security of knowing and being known by Him.

We are constantly bombarded with promises of success, joy and happiness if we just follow certain people, purchase certain products, or engage in certain activities. We easily get betrayed by these empty promises; because they cannot fulfill in us that which only our Creator can satisfy. This plan explores the purpose for which we were created, and how truly empty all of these promises are.

Have you ever been part of a group that spent a lot of time discussing the concept of discipleship, and yet the members did not appear to grow much as disciples? Jesus not only gives us instructions about the nature of discipleship; He demonstrates principles about how disciples are developed. Let’s look at seven principles that Jesus used consistently as He developed the people around Him.