Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 2:17

We live under a daily assault of thoughts and ideas- some true and some false. And perhaps the most dangerous ideas we allow to live in our minds are the lies we believe about ourselves. They magnify failure, steal our joy, keep us from love, and prevent us from realizing all of God’s plans for us. Join us as we call out the lies and replace them with God’s truth.

Gallup poll researchers recently asked Americans the question, “Do you believe in God?” and 87% of the people in our country said yes. But, after settling that big question, the devil is in the details. To be fair, we all have our issues when it comes to faith. We would love for you to join us as we explore some of the most common doubts about Christianity.

1 John is one of three letters written by John the Beloved, the same author as the Gospel of John and Revelation. Written as a response to false teaching in the church, John reminds his readers that just as God is both love and light, true believers are to show love and light to the world.

Attention, overburdened Mama! Mom life is hard in our modern culture. This plan will help you distinguish between true guilt and conviction from God versus false guilt and condemnation from your unrealistic standards. If you feel like life is win/lose (either the kids win and I lose, or I win and the kids lose), then dive into God’s Word and stop living in bondage.

Are you discouraged? Are the walls coming in on you? Do you feel like you are being pulverized? All of us have times when we feel like giving up like we are going to fall into the abyss. We know this isn't true, because we are in Christ! Get Unstuck! This reading plan is the antidote to the lies that attempt to crush us.

Life with no change for the better stagnates and pollutes itself. It leaves a person with a sense of hopelessness, despair, and frustration. The best hope for any soul is to recognize this despair and frustration within and seek divine help to turn around and transform one's life.

This 5-day reading plan unpacks how having divided team loyalties as sports fans parallel the need for being all-in with a fully surrendered commitment to Jesus.

Near the end of his life, John, the last living apostle, wrote a Gospel. And it seems some people were distorting it. John writes to believers caught in the aftermath, bringing clarity and commentary on what he wrote. He shows them what it looks like to be people of light and life instead of people of death and darkness. This plan takes us through 1 John and how to live in the face of distorted Christianity.

Do you stress more over your appearance in the summer? Does comparison try to spoil your season, making it difficult to enjoy time in the sun or on vacation? If summer causes your body image issues to flare, this 5-day reading plan will help you stop comparing and start living. Author and body image coach Heather Creekmore tackles tough issues like envy and identity with relatable humor and grace.

In the pursuit of sanctification, believers often seek guidance from role models, and none surpasses Jesus Christ. In John 17:19 Jesus' mention of His own sanctification serves as an unmatched example for all Christians.We'll delve into Jesus' life through Scripture, exploring sanctification's key facets as exemplified by Him.

The Bible has a lot to say about greed. Most of us believe that pursuing more money and possessions is the key to a successful life, but His instruction actually tells us otherwise. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on greed, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Are you a Christian seeking to live intentionally and bear fruit that honors your vocation and election? Join me on this five-day plan where we will study a passage from the apostle Peter. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, he gives us tools to set purposes for ourselves as we begin new stages in our lives and bear fruit that lasts. Let's embark on this journey together!

Each day, I ask myself, “Why is everyone in such a hurry?” People are so stressed and in a rush that it is obvious our society has forgotten about the truly important things. This devotional is designed to help us refocus and invite Christ back into the center of our lives. When we focus on Him, everything else becomes secondary and a lot less stressful.

The third chapter of Genesis exposes Satan’s scheme to thwart God’s original design for humanity in relationship to Himself and to the rest of creation. Satan’s deception marked the beginning of human suffering. This five-day meditation will help you discover how God has provided for the restoration of that original relationship He intended to have with His children.

Do you feel like you're in a never-ending battle with temptation? Or maybe you've grown weary of dating in an over-sexualized culture? There’s a perverse, lustful, and seductive spirit that seeks to devour you. It’s the dragon in the red dress bombarding us daily through social media, porn, advertisements, and cultural 'norms.'

In life, we often try to find a balance between faith and the “real world.” But that’s not how it is supposed to be! “Balance” is not what we want. Instead, we want a faith that is so rock-solid, so strong that it takes us through any situation – regardless of how bad things look. If you want a “Crazy Faith,” then this 4-step reading plan is for you!

How can we know for certain that we are saved? What truth can we rest in when we doubt our salvation? This study goes through the letters of John, showing us what it looks like to be a follower of Jesus and how to know without a shadow of a doubt that we belong to Christ.

A real problem, often without practical answers, in a society that has wrongly relaxed the definition of sexual relations and of what is right and wrong. Faced with the devastation wrought by this addiction, we want to demystify this thorny issue. It is a real problem with severe consequences. No, God has not abandoned you! If you want freedom, believe that with God, anything is possible!

In a world confused by the concept of love, but desperately in need of it, we are left wondering how to experience real love and convey it to others. This Bible Plan is for anyone who is looking to grow in their understanding of God’s love and how to love the people around them more deeply and authentically. Read through 1 John with Bible teacher, coach, and author Nicole Smithee to find (and give) the love you’ve been longing for.

Hi there fellow explorer! This reading plan is made especially for those who are exploring whether faith, and which faith, can add value to their life. I am sure you guys are out here as well! My name is Daryl Jay Kyle, singer and songwriter, and through this reading plan, I would like to discover together the grip and support you are looking for in your life!

The Bible has a lot to say about coveting. Our lives have been crowded with competition that encourages us to constantly compare ourselves to others and want what they have, but God’s Word warns us about coveting. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on coveting, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Addiction, divorce, discontentment, and spiritual emptiness. How do we end up in these messes? It’s like we somehow start following bad advice. This Life.Church Bible Plan is for people who want to do away with the bad and bring on some Good Advice.

Bestselling author of Ever Upward, Justine Brooks Froelker, walks the reader through healthy messages of surviving and thriving after life doesn't turn out how we planned. A mental health therapist and a survivor of failed infertility herself, Justine guides the reader through topics such as relationships, self-care, shame, doubt and grief. She helps the reader to find their place in God’s story, even when it has not turned out who they had hoped and dreamed.

Throughout the history of the Bible, the men and women were plagued by what I like to call the silent but deadly trio.  In today’s world, it is no different for us. Everywhere we turn, we are plagued by temptations that “nibble” at our fleshly desires, but the good news is we have been given the remedy to combat the enemy and his tactics.

14 Keys to Lasting Love is the outcome of a survey we did asking couples to identify the areas of marriage that were the most difficult for them. In this reading plan, you will gain insight into six of these keys and learn how they can help you grow and improve your marriage relationship.