Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 1:17

While imprisoned in Rome, Paul warns believers to remain vigilant against false teaching by beautifully expounding on the cosmic Person of Christ. Jesus is “the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything He might be preeminent” (Colossians 1:18). In response to Christ’s preeminence, Paul commands his readers to “seek the things that are above where Christ is…and not on the things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:1-2).

He is the hero we need, not the one we deserve… And NO, we aren’t talking about Batman! In this plan, we are digging into the GRACE God has shown us and how it is made possible through our hero… JESUS.

Most of us aren’t familiar with the role of high priest, so Jesus being described that way in scripture seems rather unremarkable – just another of His many titles. But Godfrey Mmagawo has experienced otherwise. In this four-day plan, he shares how an easily overlooked piece of ancient Jewish culture has major implications for how we engage with culture today.

Spark awe and recapture the wonder of Christ’s birth in this 4-day Plan. Join Bible teacher Jen Weaver and explore Isaiah’s ancient prophecies, revealing the beauty and majesty of Jesus nearly 700 years before His arrival. Let these timeless truths inspire worship in your heart and draw you closer to Christ.

This plan offers a 4-day journey through the book of Colossians, making it ideal for both individual and group study.

"Center Of It All" is a song of praise to the creator of all things! Join us for the next few days as we worship God and reflect on the name that's "greater than the mountains high and closer than the valleys low."

Do you feel powerless? Do you long to see God's power and glory revealed in your life? As you put your trust in Christ alone, He will manifest Himself to you as the source of all joy, peace, and truth - God Most High. Five-day study by Thistlebend Ministries.

Join Max Lucado, bestselling author of Before Amen, on a journey to the very heart of biblical prayer and find strength, peace, and rest in even the simplest prayers.

In this exciting devotional from Walk Thru the Bible, you'll discover how the book of Genesis is like a giant arrow that points us to Jesus. You’ll learn how Jesus can be seen in the creation story and in the promise of God to Abraham to create a great nation. Experience Genesis like never before as you see God's ultimate plan of restoration in the first book of the Bible.

For many of us, food has become an increasingly complex issue that causes us to feel guilty, overwhelmed, or even hopeless. If you feel defeated by your lack of self-control or overwhelmed by thoughts and longings for food, join author Asheritah Ciuciu as she digs into Scripture and reveals the path to freedom. You’ll discover the joy of living free from food fixation by experiencing deeper satisfaction in Christ. This reading plan is adapted from Full: Food, Jesus, and the Battle for Satisfaction.

We have an unshakeable belief in the power of Jesus Christ. Despite the pain, sorrow, and tension of this world, Jesus is not threatened by the darkness. He has no rival. He has no equal. He is the light of the world and the hope of humanity. In partnership with The Overflow, this 5-day devotional points us to the biblical application to five songs from the album Let There Be Light.

In the midst of life’s difficulties, joy can sometimes feel out of reach. But Jesus has more for His followers than a life of striving, pain, and discontent. He offers life abundant, life to the fullest, life brimming with joy! In this devotional, bestselling author Sarah Young offers biblical reminders that will intimately connect you with Jesus and joy through life’s circumstances. Devotionals drawn from Jesus Always.

This devotional focuses on areas of our lives that we need to surrender to God so that we can live the lives He wants us to live—lives of freedom, hope, and love. These devotionals are inspired by my song "I Surrender" which draws from scripture after scripture that talk about trusting God and staying focused on Him. Thanks for reading. —Rhett Walker

Are there parts of your story you wish you could rewrite? We all make mistakes we feel ashamed of and hold ourselves hostage to those mistakes. This plan lays out the truth of your story—that while you cannot rewrite your mistakes, God has a better solution in mind to help you heal. Start this five-day plan to start on the path toward forgiving yourself and receiving God's forgiveness, too.

Win the spiritual battles you face through these helpful insights and Biblical lessons brought to you by renowned pastor and author Tony Evans. 

Just as God first breathed the spirit of life into man in Eden, so we rely on Him to sustain us still. We survive by His power, through His word, and for His glory. To believe the Gospel is to live; to live is to obey. This is the freedom for which Jesus set us free.

The Old Testament is full of amazing and familiar stories, but you might wonder if they are still relevant for your life today. In this five-day reading plan, Dr. Tony Evans will help you connect the Old Testament to Scripture’s big story about God, His kingdom, and humanity, and how the Old Testament Scriptures still have power and meaning for your daily life.

The spiritual life is a battle, especially for those who are attempting to make disciples, and the man or woman of God must be prepared and armed and ready for attack. Let us help you understand the spiritual armor available to us.

We were created to worship. But, what do we mean when we talk about worship? In this plan, we’ll talk about what worship is, why we worship, and how.

It is of the greatest importance for every follower of Christ to know who and what Jesus is. Why? Because Jesus said so! In Matthew 16, He asks His disciples who He is. Walk with us through a few simple devotions and learn about the nature of Christ as you grow in faith, knowing who He is. Be blessed!

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the seventeenth part "Paul to the Churches." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

The Scriptures give a number of reasons for people to work—all of them profound in their own way—because what we do for a living matters to God. Work has value in and of itself, it is intrinsically a good thing, and when work is done with excellence, it reflects God. The Bible tells us that our work accomplishes God’s work and purpose in the Kingdom through His grace.

Life is complicated and chaotic, but God created a perfect solution to help. This five-day study, based on the book Jesus Over Everything by Lisa Whittle, shows us how to clear our minds and hearts of confusion so our souls can find true meaning and rest. Ready to give God the next five days so you can watch your everyday life become settled?

True worship always leads to change because of the One we worship. These songs of ‘Change’ are our anthems, our honest prayers, and the cry of our hearts. As we worship, we believe that God’s kingdom is on the move. Join the Bright City team on this 5-day devotional, where together, we will sing change over our lives and our cities.

Have you ever read a story that you wanted to be a part of? Your Bible tells the story of history, from beginning to end, and you are one of the characters! In order to understand your role, you first have to know who's story you're a part of. Over the next five days, come get to know God, the creator of the universe.