Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 3:12

How can people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds come together to heal wounds, reconcile with one another, and begin the journey of recovery? Paul's letters to the church address this same question as he struggled to reconcile first-century Jewish and Gentile believers. His pastoral and theological vision for a united church addressed education, identity, community, hope, and responsibility. In our day, we can do the same.

Paul, a liberated prisoner of the Lord, begged the church at Ephesus “to walk in a manner worthy of the calling.” We are the Father’s representatives on earth and our calling is to represent Him well. As you strive to live a vibrant life or an abundant life, you become more certain of His calling and choosing of you.

We each have so many opportunities to do things for God that sometimes we forget that our first calling is simply to delight in our identity as His Beloved. In this five-day reading plan, singer, song-writer, and author Christy Nockels invites us to set aside our hustle for God and instead rest in who He created us to be. And from that beautiful place we find our true identity.

This Father’s day, we invite you to dive into Scripture that encourages you to reflect Christ in your fatherhood. This 5-day devotional explores topics including intentional communication, modeling relationships, combatting favoritism, cultivating a shepherd's heart, and demonstrating forgiveness. Growing in fatherhood is growing in Christlikeness.

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. Your own bad habits may or may not be as dramatic as those on television, but rest assured—everyone struggles with one or more. In this five-day reading plan, Pastor Skip shares that God has given us power over bad habits.

How can we effectively fight against sin? God has already won the war against sin, and as you examine His Word along with Ashley Chesnut, you’ll be equipped to battle against sin and aid others in the fight.

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. The Chosen is the first multi-season show about the life of Jesus, and in this five-day plan, Pastor Skip explains that although Jesus was rejected by men to the point of crucifixion, He was chosen by God as the once-for-all sacrifice for our sins and Jesus' followers are also chosen by God.

The Christian life is one of incredible purpose and adventure. However, many Christians wish that they were more fulfilled and fruitful. Perhaps you wonder if you are doing enough to please God, or struggling to resist persistent temptation? Maybe reading the Bible feels like a chore rather than a pleasure. This 5-day plan is designed to help you discover the life that Jesus offers and leave frustration and condemnation behind.

Relationships can be a lot of he says, she says, but what does God say? Join David Villa as he goes over what a healthy relationship looks like in the eyes of God. He says, she says, HE says!

An enduring theme throughout Scripture and modern life is that the nature, manifestation, and benefits of love are essential parts of being human. Maybe, the most important. In this five-part series, we explore what love is and how to love better.

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.

In a world of constant noise, distraction, entertainment, and pressure, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the chaos. When was the last time you felt truly quiet at heart? You can have peace that passes all understanding in the presence of Jesus! This five-day devotional walks through five ways to intentionally quiet your heart and enjoy the peace that Christ gives, no matter how chaotic your circumstances might be.

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.

Over 100 “one another” commands exist in the Bible. It’s impossible to live the life of discipleship the Bible describes in isolation; it’s equally impossible if our engagement with “community” only involves people facing a stage, singing and receiving teaching once a week, or exclusively discussing impersonal Bible or theology questions. This plan breaks through our individualistic, fast-paced culture to equip you for God’s call to “one another.”

For many of us, our journey with Jesus starts with hope and becomes stronger with each step. Then trials come, and we’re faced with disappointment and doubt. We want to turn back. With compassion and deep understanding of the struggles believers go through, Rashawn Copeland wisely shows you how the truths of Scripture renew your mind, grow your identity in Christ, and free you from your past.

Baptism comes from a word that means to be “immersed and/or soaked;" to be dipped into; immersed; submerged; pickled; which creates a permanent change within us. In this plan, we will learn what baptism means and discuss the number of different baptisms in Scripture: baptized into Jesus, water baptism, in the Father, and in the Holy Spirit.

Every believer's great calling is to look after and love one another. This 5-day reading plan demonstrates how to accomplish this from a biblical perspective. Put on love, be a light, console, and pray for one another. Continue reading to learn how you can care for others and lead them to God.

Getting ready to go on a first date? Whether it’s your first first date or you’re hoping it’s your last first date, preparing well is essential to an enjoyable and meaningful experience. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing our best first date tips to get you ready to put your best foot forward, date well, and have a good time doing it.

Sometimes it's easier to explore a deep subject when we can see it through the lens of a film we love. This 5-Day plan pairs biblical truths on forgiveness with the stories from popular movies to give you a new perspective on the importance of understanding forgiveness, accepting forgiveness, and offering forgiveness.

Caregivers often run low on time, energy, and ideas to navigate the grind of daily life, so focusing on friendships isn't a priority. But as God draws us closer to himself, he wants to move us into authentic connections with others. In this 5-day study, we dive into why we need relationships, what the Bible says about friendship, and how to strengthen relationships by building them on Jesus Christ.

We all are influenced by the boxes we check, whether it’s our incomes, religious affiliations, politics, or something else. In this five-day devotional, pastor Eli Bonilla Jr., author of Mixed, shows us how to navigate our groups with compassion, authenticity, and growth-mindedness by staying rooted in our higher God-given identity.

Moms sometimes find themselves trying to encourage their kids to have patience while their own patience has run out as they await God’s perfect timing. Brooke McGlothlin invites you to consider that patience is getting to know Jesus, loving through the hard, and trusting God with the fight. She suggests prayers to help you seek God’s heart to discover surer ways to have patience with yourself and your children.

In this five-day devotional, we'll explore the godly attribute of kindness, the fifth fruit of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:22-23.

We are not meant to live life alone. But how do we prepare ourselves to live in community? Henri Nouwen’s teachings on communion, community, and ministry show us how Jesus lived this out. When we prioritize communion with God, community with others, and ministry to the world, community happens in a healthy way. Explore what healthy community looks like in your life with this 5-day plan.

Through a lens of sports and Biblical truth, this 5-day reading plan unpacks how God graciously forgives us...and helps us to forgive others.