Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 1:17

Following Jesus isn't about following a bunch of rules. It is all about a relationship with Jesus.

As believers, we live in the tension of the hope that is coming and the reality of the present. This tension is summed up in the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in John 17 as He prays to God over His disciples and all believers to live in this tension in such a way that brings glory, honor, and understanding to His name. Part 1.

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this powerful message. Whosoever believes in Christ, though he were dead — yet shall he live. Jesus Christ was, and is, the Resurrection. Death could not overthrow His Authority. Nothing could overrule His Power. The power and decay of death were not stronger than the Authority, Might and Power of Jesus. He was, and is, the Resurrection — and He is soon to return.

In Isaiah 9:6, we see that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. In this 5-Day Plan, we'll celebrate the arrival of Jesus by learning about His different names, and how they apply to our lives today.

Everyone has a deep desire to make a difference with their lives. They want to be part of something bigger than themselves. In this 5-day devotional, Fellowship of Christian Athletes executive Jeff Martin reminds us how God uses ordinary people to change the world.

Social Justice is a polarizing term in our world today. But we don’t have to pick sides based on what the world says—we can look at God’s Word and follow His vision for justice. God calls us to show radical mercy to our neighbors, by taking action to meet physical needs, AND by sharing the truth of the gospel to meet spiritual needs.

In this 5-day reading plan, Sarah Clarkson shares her own encounters with beauty in the midst of her decade-long struggle with mental illness, depression, and doubt. She paints a compelling picture of the God who reaches out to us, using the beauty of the world around us to demonstrate his goodness and show us ways to find hope even amid our darkness.

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this timely devotional. You are not too far away. Come to Christ. His arms are wide open. The Father is calling you. The Father is waiting. What shall separate you from the Love of God? Nothing. The Blood of Jesus Christ washes you completely for all unrighteousness. For you are set free in Christ. Come to Christ.

What does it feel like to come back from something hard, and still be able to hope again? Learn how to see the good, again, even after hard times in this 5-day devotional based on Lisa Whittle’s book, "The Hard Good". You will learn how the hard parts of our life journey can bring us to the good God has planned for us.

Alex McFarland and Bert Harper, hosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, have answered questions from listeners throughout North America for more than ten years. Drawing on their years of experience as pastors, scholars, and Bible researchers, Alex and Bert offer factual, biblical responses to frequently asked questions in their book "100 Bible Questions and Answers." Here you’ll find straightforward answers to 5 of the toughest Bible questions.

Grief is the proof that we have loved and an undeniable process that we will all face at some point in our lives. This plan will walk through the Five Stages of Grief. The process of grief is circular so there is no definitive end or time frame that can be placed on it, but undoubtedly, He will be there through every second of it.

Next-level believers are anointed to influence every sphere of society and represent God on the earth. Passionate and proactive rather than passive, they engage the surrounding culture in their cities, regions and nations and push back darkness with the Kingdom of God’s light. With God-given power and authority, next-level believers arise as the Church and enforce the victories Christ won at Calvary, setting the enemy’s captives free along the way.

Intrusive thoughts can take over life and shift from one problem to the next. Just as one battle is won, the next is right around the corner pulling us into a spiral of anxiety. We can become free from these debilitating thought patterns. God wants to give us peace, and it starts with Jesus. We would like to thank Courtney Dusenbury for her help in providing this plan.

For about a year and a half, I struggled with something. I couldn’t quite name it or figure it out; I just knew something wasn’t right. I discovered that the devil was DISTRACTING me! I share about how this dangerous ploy of the enemy can be used to destroy the calling and purpose God has for us and how we can put an end to it!

A church in motion - never stuck or stagnant in our walk with Jesus, but always taking steps; not leaps, but continual steps of growth in God. A church that is helping people towards greater spiritual maturity by taking steps to know Jesus, find community and discover purpose. A study from the book of Colossians.

We all feel it, the unrelenting pull on the edge of our hearts… Restlessness… But what if there was another option, a better option? It’s time to enter into unending rest. We pray that as you reflect on these daily mediations, you would be drawn into a deeper sense of the unending rest that the Lord provides.

Is it possible to find deep friendships in a disconnected world? Yes. Over the next five days, Jennie Allen shows us that even when we feel utterly alone—whether we’re with friends or still looking for them—God designed us to be in relationships. In all our messiness, in a world that seems more divided than ever, we need each other. And even in our brokenness, it’s possible to thrive—together.

“Where were you, God? I can't see your hand in my story. Your heart might be good, just not to me.” In this devotional, you will learn that God offers a clear way out of our doubt—by getting our eyes off our surroundings and raising them to places that serve as symbols of God’s faithfulness. Because God’s brought you this far, He won’t stop now.

Are you ready to finally see God's hand at work in countless moments that lay behind you—and more than that, trust His heart and see His vision for the moments ahead? Then look up with Alexandra to the Ebenezer stones that God has not only built in your story, but wants to use in mighty, missional ways.

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.

There is a truth that changes everything: Jesus is King. It’s the destiny of the universe for all to see His kingship. But how might we see and experience Jesus as King right now when so much in our world doesn’t seem to line up with His reign? This 5-day bible plan is a journey through the Scriptures to encounter the kingship of Jesus Christ.

During the early days of the Passion Movement, God connected our story to the confession found in Isaiah 26:8, specifically the last phrase, which says, "For your name and renown are the desire of our souls." The heart of Passion is God's glory, and God is most glorified in us when we live lives that are fully satisfied in Him. We pray that this scripture journey through Passion's five core statements and prayers will encourage a posture of gratitude for what He has done and increase expectancy for what He will do in the future.

Spend five days with Dr. Ramesh Richard, president of RREACH (a Global Proclamation Ministry) and professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, as he reflects on three Christmas carols and offers pastoral insights on how you can maximize the meaning of Christmas this year.

Are you weary? Stressed? Anxious? You are not alone. Do you desire to live from a place of rest but don’t know where to start? In this reading plan, we will explore how the ancient practice of the Sabbath can help us be more present in the moment—present to God, ourselves, and others.

Author Courtney Tracy takes readers on a journey through the first few verses of the book of Colossians to learn about and reflect on how they can keep Jesus first in their hearts.