Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Hebrews 4:13

The Bible doesn't shy away from the reality of masculine instincts nor all of the ways those instincts can lead to destruction. Examining the lives of five men of the Bible, The 5 Masculine Instincts shows that these men aren't masculine role models or heroes but are men who wrestled with their own desires and, by faith, matured them into something better.

Life as a wife and mom can be so busy that we feel that we are left with fragments - little moments, little energy, and little else. How do we live a life of wholeness when there are so many pieces to manage? This devotion will challenge you to live life in harmony with God - undivided - allowing Him to bring purpose out of all the pieces.

Many people struggle to read the Bible because they feel lost. Others simply don't know how to navigate the Bible or where to start. If that's you, this plan is for you. Learn the basics of studying the Bible and how to derive the riches in God's Word.

You are not alone in your suffering, doubts, and questions. Take Back Your Joy invites you to see your life through a fresh lens as you glimpse the beautiful big picture of God’s work … because sometimes one of the greatest gifts is to have more than we can handle so we can find a deeper joy in Christ, who can handle it all.

If you are a committed Christian, you probably have had moments in life in which you have said to yourself, "I need to read the Bible more." The Word of God has so much to offer us: guidance, correction, stability, delight—and more. But we will not receive these benefits unless we read it. These promised benefits can motivate us to read the Word.

Do you have negative thoughts and debilitating emotions? These devotionals—by the fashion editor for Cosmopolitan magazine and founder of Adorned in Armor ministry—will help you posture your heart for delight, overcome the orphan-and-poverty mindset, and accept our King’s view as supreme over what you see. Here is refreshing hope and help for the woman ready to rewire her thoughts—and, as a result, reign effectively with kingdom-mindedness.

The New Testament makes claims about events from the distant past for which there is little or no forensic evidence. Yet as in the cold cases that detective J. Warner Wallace investigates, the truth about what happened can be discovered by examining the statements of eyewitnesses. These devotionals will help you weigh the facts of Christianity—and defend them.

Author Justin Davis asks, “How can we experience a transformative relationship with God?” The answer certainly doesn’t come from pretending to be perfect. Instead, it lies in living as authentic followers of Jesus. Being real over perfect may cost us more than we think we can pay, but it will bring us more than we thought we could have.

Come back from disappointment and failure and build resilience to go again.

Teachable moments come from the Lord in ordinary things.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re born again and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to different values about right and wrong and a different lifestyle to match it. This series of 5-day plans uses the 10 Commandments (following the classic Augustinian ordering) as a vehicle for an alternative, Christ-like morality and Jesus-way of living.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to “weird ideas” and alternate beliefs about reality. This series of 5-day plans uses classic Christian Creeds as a vehicle to explain the Christian worldview compared to the world’s and help us see reality through Jesus’ eyes.

What makes God truly unique? Over five days we will explore the unique attributes that set God apart from all creation and invite us to trust Him completely. Jeremiah 10:6 reminds us, “There is none like you, O Lord; you are great, and your name is great in might.” May this journey draw you closer to God and strengthen your faith.

Where does your story begin, and where is it leading you? Have you been searching for clues to solve a puzzle that seems to change? Are you looking for answers? Over the next five days, consider the Creator and Author of your story. Reflect on the forgiveness and restoration He offers, as well as the guidance He provides, while contemplating the prodigal son’s story from Luke 15.

Is God only concerned that I “behave correctly?” Am I “white knuckling” my Christian walk – trying hard to “be good?” That’s manipulating my behavior! God has a better plan than doing it the hard way, on my own. He wants to inwardly transform and grow me. In this devotional we will explore how God’s transforming power enables us to live the abundant Christian life.

Over the course of six days, read Scripture and follow along with gospel meditations adapted from My Heart Cries Out: Gospel Meditations for Everyday Life by Paul David Tripp as you see how God’s amazing grace intersects with the mundane, unexpected, messy, and beautiful moments of daily life.

In times of isolation, you may be tempted to think that there is nothing that you can do to make disciples, but the Apostle Paul, who wrote about half of the New Testament, did some of his best work from prison! The books of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon were all written from a place of isolation. Even from isolation you can make disciples.

Have you ever felt that what you’re experiencing is not the fullness that God desired for you? Many people do. The good news is that Jesus has come to give much more than this! Let this be your first move towards living from the wholeness he gives.

When we talk about 'the Word as our FOUNDATION,' we’re talking about how the Bible helps us to experience the reality of our relationship with Him. Our God is a God who speaks, we can’t separate Him from His Word. We know God through His Word, and our faith is built on this idea. In fact, we can’t grow in our relationship with God, without experiencing a growing love for Scripture. Join us for this 6-day devotional diving into the importance of the Bible in growing our faith & relationship with God.

Christians constantly ask: How can I study the Bible? How can I grow deeper? I am not a theologian! This study gives some answers.

An essential way that everyday disciples of Jesus grow is by saturating themselves in Scripture. Through Scripture, we get to know God, hear His voice and His heart, learn how God works, appreciate His promises, and receive God’s guidance. This Plan focuses on the importance and purpose of Scripture in forging disciples of Jesus.

All of us go through times when it feels like all life has drained away. Even our hearts are cold. There is no fruit on the tree, no dynamic activities. It feels like winter. Winter is an important season in the life of a Christian. We need winter as we need fresh air. Winter comes once a year, every year.

Jesus made it clear in Matthew 25 that He wants us to value the least among us. Those who follow Jesus will be doing this throughout their lives. Are you? This 7-day reading plan gives us lots to think about—based in facts and research—concerning the needs of indigenous peoples, the impoverished, those being persecuted, those in need of clean water, and more. Dive into a thought-provoking week of considering how you can better value the least among us!

As we advance in our sophistication, humanity needs to be reminded of ancient simplicities that contain truth so potent that our lives can be enriched by their transformational power. Rest is one such ancient simplicity established by God at the beginning of His relationship with our first human parents. After working for six days, God declared the seventh day to be a day of rest – a day without boundary and equal.

Jesus loves me, this I know … how? For the Bible tells me so. What else can we know because of the Bible? What does the Bible do for us? If you want to love reading the Bible every day, start this seven-day Bible Plan with Life.Church. In seven days, you’ll discover the life-filling power of your new Bible reading habit.