Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Job 42:3

Prayer is a mystery. How do we pray? What do we pray for? If God already knows everything, why do we pray? We know prayer is a crucial aspect of the life of a Christian, but it is often a challenge. Going through the example that Jesus gave us in the Lord’s Prayer, we will explore different elements of prayer and discover ways to develop our own prayer life.

How can we trust God even when we suffer unfairly? Join us for this six-day reading plan to reflect on Job’s story and discover what it looks like to trust God's wisdom even as we face difficult times.

Dove Award-winning CCM artist Matthew West has developed a 7-Day Reading Plan for The Overflow Devo on YouVersion. This devotional includes personal accounts from the individuals behind the stories that inspired the songs from Matthew West’s most recent release, “Into the Light.” In response to these commentaries, Matthew West dives into the scriptures and discuss not only the root issues, but also the overarching solution that is evident throughout these individual walks of life: Christ’s salvation-giving love for us.

In our busy lives, suffering is considered an unwelcome guest. But could suffering really be a blessing from God? Because Christ suffered, we should also expect to suffer as we live for him. God will sustain us in our suffering and will use our suffering as a means to help us grow into the Christian he needs us to be in order to impact his world.

In the midst of hurts, challenges of subservient status, insecurities, and longing for love and acceptance, the Women of the Bible reveal the current quandaries of today’s women. Separated by ages past, their emotions were real and their ordeals just as relevant now. As in the author’s life, let the Women of the Bible bring you to a place of healing, encouragement, self-examination, and affirmation of God’s love for you.

I used to think worry was an inevitable part of my days—and my sleepless nights. I wondered if God’s Word does not promise us that our worst fears will not come true, then how are we supposed to not fear? But as I journeyed through a great loss, God showed me his battle plan against fear. You don’t have to live in fear either. Walk with me this week on a road toward peace.

Mesu Andrews, award winning and best selling author, examines the the truths found the book of Isaiah and New Testament authors, encouraging the reader to discover what it means to listen, to obey, to wait, to cry out, to worship, to confess and to seek more of God. Discover how Isaiah, kings of Old and the words of Jesus can invite you to deeper intimacy with the Lord.

The Bible may seem an unlikely source to turn to for answers, but there’s no mistaking the face of depression as a psalmist cries out to God in anguish or as Job laments the day of his birth. Amid their pain and suffering, they find hope in God. Their accounts and the encouraging words of others in Scripture can help you navigate the murky waters of depression.

It weighs you down. It keeps people out. It’s heavy and painful—it’s the grudge. Many of us may not realize it, but we’re carrying grudges that need to come out of darkness and into the light. Learn how you can find freedom through forgiveness in this 7-day Bible Plan accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, The Grudge.

In a time where social distancing and isolation have become buzz words, this 7-day devotional alongside the musical-EP has been written to declare and remind us of God’s word and promises to us! 'Never Alone’ is God’s word to us! He will never leave us or forsake us.

This 7 day devotional was designed to stir up in you a desire to stand firm in your faith against deception. Throughout the Bible we're told there will be those who desire to lead people astray, lure by deceit, and captive unsteady souls. We as followers of Christ must be armored up, on alert, and ready to hold our position for God's truth as we stand firm for the Kingdom.

The book of Job, one of the earliest stories in human history, is a foundational exploration of what it means to be human, how to relate to an almighty God, and how to navigate the challenging and, at times, even tragic circumstances of daily life. This seven-part series explores insights from Job and how to apply them to what we decide today.

Life is full of setbacks, losses, disappointments, and pain. “The Art of Overcoming” will help you deal with loss, grief, and hurt. It’s about refusing to allow the things that look like endings to discourage or derail you. Instead, let God turn them into beginnings. When life is confusing and difficult, don’t give up. Look up. No matter what difficult moment or painful loss you’re facing, God is with you.

Whether you’re reading this plan because you’re grieving, supporting a friend who has suffered loss or you’re simply curious about this man’s strange story, the story of Job will teach you the power of perseverance, that God is in the storm and that even if you lose everything, if you trust in Him you will come out with more than you could ever think or imagine!

Losing a loved one can shake you to your very core. It can cause you to question everyone and everything around you, even God. Oftentimes, we’re taught to hide these tough questions and ugly emotions, but God wants us to bring them to Him instead. This devotional unpacks the 5 stages of grief while providing insights and practical tools to foster healing.

Do you struggle to let go? Do you hold on to money, bitterness, blessings, or anything else too tightly? In this Plan, we will search our hearts for what may lie at the root of our clinging to the status quo. I pray that we reach the other side of the next seven days lighter and more free in Christ.

Go on a journey through the confusing yet beautiful Book of Job. From abundant blessings to deep grief, the book applies to every season of our (spiritual) life.

Life can be challenging, and you will inevitably face hardships and heartbreak despite your best efforts. While you cannot always control what happens to you, you can control how you choose to respond. What will you do when the storms of life begin to blow? When adversity heads your way, this practical and gospel-centered plan will help you charge into the storm trusting the One whom even the wind obeys.

At some point, everyone must endure seasons of waiting. In my waiting, I've discovered the power of clinging to God's word and the inspiring testimonies of others to bolster my faith. Join me on a 7-day journey where we'll explore the power of meditation over anxiety and embrace God's lasting peace through His promises. Let's draw strength and encouragement from His word and the uplifting stories shared in this devotional.

Museum of the Bible's eight-day plan highlights the poets who found inspiration and imagery in the Bible. The Bible includes poetry across its pages, including in the books of Job and Psalms. Join us as we explore the contributions of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, T.S. Eliot, Emma Lazarus, and more.

We are told to reject suffering and pain, but what do you do when you are confronted with suffering through sudden illness, loss, abandonment, heartbreak and more? This devotional draws you into the journey of suffering, healing and finding beauty in the beast of pain. We ultimately learn how to suffer 'well' through the counsel of Scripture and develop a renewed faith in the power of prayer.

When life hits like a tornado, where do we go? When we’re anxious about the future, to whom do we turn? Over thousands of years, God’s people have faced setbacks, even disasters. Their experiences show us ways we can respond and how our faith in God can remain intact—and maybe get even more real.

The book of Job is perhaps the oldest book in the Bible and is part of the wisdom books. Whether it is historically true, that is not the most important question. The story of the wealthy Job who gets all conceivable misery invites you to think about suffering and how you deal with it. In the following ten days, you will walk through the main headlines of this fascinating book.

How do sports players prepare for the big game? How do those in the military stay ready for war? They focus on the daily disciplines and routines that keep them in a state of readiness. As Christians, we are in a spiritual war and cannot be passive. There are key daily disciplines that we need to do, and these practices are found in the Armor of God.

Do you relate to words like anxiety, fear, mental unrest, or hostility? If so, there is hope for you in Christ and I pray this devotion will direct you to abide in the Prince of peace. This devotion is taken from my new book, "Abiding in the Prince of Peace," and I want to share some raw and transparent truth that can help you on your journey to mental victory.