Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Corinthians 9:25

Sharing the Gospel message today is challenging due to several obstacles. We are accused of being intolerant when the message hurts people's feelings, condemns certain attitudes and actions, and talks about sin. When we want to declare the truth, we risk being conditioned to soften the edges of the Gospel. Jesus is considered a defender of tolerance, while evangelicals are labeled as bigots and intolerant! What steps can we take to be faithful and effective witnesses today? Let’s learn from the examples of Jesus and Paul found in the New Testament.

How do you define success? What are the measures that you use? God measures success differently than the world does, and as God's people, we should as well. We need a new yardstick, one that measures according to the Spirit, not the flesh. So, the real question is this: How can you know if your life will be a success in God's Eyes? Join Pastor and author Don Cousins to explore Success in God’s Eyes.

In today’s fast-paced world, the pursuit of novelty can become an idol—shiny experiences, endless travels, and new relationships can leave us feeling both exhilarated and empty. This 7-day Bible plan invites you to confront the root of your desire for novelty, surrender it to God, and find joy in the life He has already given you.

This devotional series explores New Testament principles for athletes and coaches, focusing on humility, contentment, and Christ-centered competition. It challenges readers to reflect Christ in their actions, whether on the field or off, encouraging a mindset that values growth, integrity, and trust in God’s strength to finish the race well.

In this 7-day devotional plan based on Sam Evans’ powerful book, you will explore how God desires to bring wholeness to every part of your life — spirit, soul, mind, and body. Jesus calls us to love God with our whole being. As you follow God’s invitation, He clears away distorted perceptions, leading you into a deeper connection with Him, bringing true health, restoration, and wholeness to your life.

If we don’t own the process of discipling our kids as they play sports, sports culture will do it for us. But as parents, we can get so consumed with our young athletes’ physical development that we miss the chances athletics provide to help them grow spiritually. This 7 day devotional challenges us to be more than spectators on the sidelines of our kids’ spiritual lives and turn sport moments into discipleship opportunities.

Fatigue, discouragement, and weariness of body and soul can make us feel like life is constantly swinging its brutal punches, but we can give every challenge to God. These seven devotions are designed to help men like you face each day with courage and authority in Jesus’ mighty name. Boyd Bailey shares how the Lord strengthens our souls in every season and fortifies our faith in his beloved Son, Jesus.

When we encounter God, we experience a love and truth that is uncontainable. God changes us from the inside out. We need to let His amazing work in and through our lives spread like fire, setting others’ lives ablaze for His Kingdom as well. Pastor Bayless Conley prepares you to touch lives in your world with God’s life-bringing fire.

Drawing on James Spencer's book titled Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D. L. Moody, this Bible Plan examines eight characteristics evident in the Scriptures and in the life of 19th century evangelist Dwight Moody (e.g., surrendered, prayerful, humbled, undistracted, and studious). A free guide including these reflections along with activities and additional devotional content is also available for download from D. L. Moody Center.

As an athlete, you've likely striven for success but noticed that you lack the ability to live up to the expectations placed on you. On this eight-day journey, see how God can do more with your surrender than your performance. Learn how who you are and your purpose both stem from God as you reflect His glory while seeking His Kingdom first.

Written to early Christians facing cultural pressures and spiritual confusion in the first century A.D., the apostle Peter’s second epistle provides a framework for living a fruitful life in Christ. Second Peter 1:5-8, in particular, represents a call for believers to grow spiritually by strengthening the foundation of their faith through endurance, godliness, and the like. Over the next eight days, we will explore the virtues Peter identified as underpinning a Christ-centered life and why they still matter today.

A Christian has the divine benefit of guidance by the Holy Spirit and encountering others with the love received In a relationship with Jesus Christ. The Fruit of the Spirit series is a reminder of how the Holy Spirit can work in and through a Christian no matter where they are at in their journey. We pray this series will encourage you and lead you to bearing fruit in your life and the lives of others.

God wants his people to bear fruit, fruit that is never out of season. A Christian’s fruit proceeds from the hidden work of the Holy Spirit. Through the gospel of God’s love, the Spirit changes us, enabling us to bear “the fruit of the Spirit.”

The fruit of the Holy Spirit, as outlined in Galatians 5:22-23, represents God's transformative work in the life of a believer. These qualities are woven throughout Scripture, offering a portrait of the Christlike character we are called to embody. Embracing these virtues is the definitive mark of a life changed by Jesus and empowered by His Holy Spirit. This nine-part devotional will explore just what that looks like in the life of a true Christ-follower.

The Christian life involves more than just personal spirituality; the Lord wants us to be active in His work in both the church and the world. By only focusing on the parts of the Lord's promises that are convenient for us, we are not fulfilling God's will for us, and our spiritual state will eventually suffer. It's important to learn how to make the effort necessary to produce fruit for the Lord, not only for the benefit of others, but also for our own good.

Do you want powerful, unstoppable faith for the gym, locker room, and competitive arena? Your passion to live intentionally for Jesus in everything you do can help you transform the world one practice and game at a time. This reading plan will challenge you to train your heart, mind, and soul so you reflect the love of Christ on and off the field. Dan Britton and Jimmy Page share 10 devotions that will refine how you think, train, and compete. Become a champion for Christ and take your faith, sport, and life to the next level.

In this reading plan, Pastor Rick Warren shares why bold daring faith is the key to miracles and challenges you to grow and be stretched in your faith so that you can fully experience God’s blessings.

Do you feel like you are stuck? Do you feel like you've lost your passion and have become stagnant? The antidote to this sluggishness is the constant practice of spiritual disciplines. In this plan we'll talk about 9 spiritual disciplines that are meant to open the way towards spiritual maturity. We hope these basic teachings will be an encouragement and a blessing for you!

As an athlete, you live in a world where others talk often about your life and performance. This 10-day plan helps you understand what God has provided for you, His adopted child, to have. He provides a life of Hope, Security, Peace and Help! Athletes equipped with these powerful and life changing ideas are different. This plan will help you apply these ideas to become a Total Athlete!

The world tells tales that deny God. We believe many of them. The Bible tells a different story, but to understand that story we have to live it. Inspired by D. L Moody Center’s Go Dark, Shine Bright campaign, this 10-day Bible Plan challenges you to set aside stories that keep the Lord at arm’s length by engaging in practices that will ground your life in God’s story.

How do sports players prepare for the big game? How do those in the military stay ready for war? They focus on the daily disciplines and routines that keep them in a state of readiness. As Christians, we are in a spiritual war and cannot be passive. There are key daily disciplines that we need to do, and these practices are found in the Armor of God.

Unsure of how to lead effectively? Inspired by World Vision President Emeritus Richard Stearns’ book Lead Like It Matters to God, this 10-day reading plan highlights Christlike traits that can empower us to lead well, whether you’re the head of your family or a Fortune 500 company.

Most of us are tired of the incessant bickering and backbiting in our society and our churches. Kathy Khang and Matt Mikalatos believe there’s a way to live out productive, loving disagreement that moves us closer to Jesus and the Kingdom of God. This way lies in the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

How do you press on when all the odds are against you? Do you know where your power to overcome truly lies? With the Faith to Overcome reading plan, you’ll journey through 10 inspiring testimonials written by brothers and sisters who relied on their faith to get them through times of adversity.

We all want to grow, but spiritual maturity often seems elusive, and we can become frustrated. Becoming Mature is a transformative resource for believers seeking real growth and a deeper walk with Christ. It goes deep into the nitty gritty of becoming more like Christ in the face of life's challenges and our brokenness. Whether you're a new believer, battling stagnation, or seeking more of God, this series of plans provides practical tools to unlock deep and lasting growth in your life! This plan is Part 3 in the series and covers The Spiritual Growth Process.