Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 2:9

This resource is aimed at walking new believers (regardless of age) through their first few steps in Christ over the course of 9 days.

Jesus Christ is the major character in the Bible, and for good reason! In his letter to the Colossians, the apostle Paul explains how majestic and awesome Jesus is. This 9-day reading plan studies Paul’s words so you can discover for yourself why Jesus Christ should have the most important place in your life as well.

How many times have we wanted to go back in time to remedy the mistakes made or to avoid unpleasant situations? Unfortunately, this desire remains only a dream because we cannot travel in time. But in Christ, we have the possibility to use the present time in the best way, recovering through faith every moment of our life and spending it in the abundance of God's blessing. How is this possible?

We all face crises in life – and they can shake us to our very core. The new Alcon Entertainment/Warner Bros. film THE 33 tells the true-life story of the Chilean miners whose crisis was being trapped underground for 69 days after a catastrophic cave-in. While the story ended joyously – all 33 were rescued – the film depicts the emotional and physical turmoil of their time in crisis. Are you in turmoil today? This devotional is designed to help you navigate some of the thoughts and feelings you may encounter as you walk out your trial. The messages over these 10 days are not intended to be a “cure” for the circumstances you find yourself in, only daily encouragement as you lean into God to navigate your way back to daylight.

One of today’s most influential worship leaders and songwriters, Paul Baloche (Open The Eyes Of My Heart/A New Hallelujah) aims to make Christmas more than a season of nostalgia. He wants to make it a season of worship. With his albums, Christmas Worship (Volumes 1 & 2), Paul combines beloved carols with modern worship songs. With this plan, he examines the scriptural truths behind those songs, pointing our hearts to Jesus.

What if we don’t have to travel far to get close to people who are distant from God? What if Christians were the best neighbors? Would your street change? Would heaven be fuller? A long time ago, a religious leader asked Jesus how to get into heaven. Jesus answered with a question, then the story of the Good Neighbor. No surprise, 2000 years later Jesus’ story still explains how to neighbor. Join Pastor Craig Groeschel and Life.Church in a practical, story-filled guide to meeting your neighbors and loving them as yourself. But don’t just read it—live it!

“Able,” the latest album from NewSpring Worship, was written from the heart of our people, for our people at NewSpring Church. In this 10-day reading plan, you will hear the heart behind all 10 songs and how you can apply the lyrics to your everyday walk with Jesus. Our hope is that our music would captivate you, draw you in, and prepare your heart to encounter Jesus.

Lance Lang and his parents understand what it feels like to endure a decade long battle with addiction. The worry, fear, pain, guilt; in this plan you will receive wisdom, insight and instruction from both the addict's and the parent’s perspectives. These hopeful yet practical steps will help you and your family battle the addiction issues plaguing your home.

Paul, a man in prison facing certain death, abandoned by friends and in the darkest moment of his life is FULL OF JOY. Philippians holds the key to standing out in the world, not with a mask of cheerfulness, but with a sincere heart of joy.

When was the last time you did a really deep dive into the Christmas story? From King Herod to the shepherds, Mary and Joseph, to the wise men and Zechariah, there is much to learn from the events surrounding the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. Over the next 10 days, we’ll look at truths from the Christmas story we should live all year long.

The following devotionals were written to help you in your spiritual journey. Each article has been selected to help you understand more about God's love for you, and we hope that through these pages you will find encouragement, comfort, and true joy this Christmas season.

This is a 10 day reading plan through the Book of Philippians along with a devotional guide for meditative reading. This plan focusses on experiencing true and lasting joy in the midst of life's trials and struggles. We will see how one can live in such a way that honours God and results in unimaginable joy.

What is true happiness, and how can we find it? Pastor and author Dr. Derwin L. Gray believes there is a path to true happiness. It is a life lived with Jesus by embracing the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:1-12. As you walk through these words, Jesus invites you into a new life-giving rhythm that cultivates a flourishing, happy, transformative life. Discover the good life you were meant for.

There is a lot of grief and sorrow in the world. This is all a result of human sin, and we are facing the consequences every day. The Bible does not play that down. But it also shows us how it is possible to rejoice in the midst of sorrow, and how God will ultimately create a new earth where grief and sorrow will be no more.

Jesus is the peace and promise of Christmas! Discover more about God's gift to the world as you read these 10 Christmas reflections from Our Daily Bread.

Fear, insecurity, and worry are all very real. They can paralyze us or they can be used as building blocks. Life is never going to exempt us from things that we fear. God is with us every step of the way. Follow Joshua and Caleb, along with the children of Israel, on their journey through both physical and faith obstacles to get to the Promised Land.

Discover timeless truths about life and leadership with 10 devotions from Our Daily Bread so you can serve God well in whatever He has called you to do. Grow in your leadership with more related resources from Our Daily Bread Ministries.

Ever doubt God could use you—with your shortcomings, failures, and busy schedule? Whatever the obstacles, do you wonder if you can do anything big for His Kingdom? There is good news: God specializes in the unlikely! Scripture offers ample examples of unlikely fighters—people God used in huge ways, despite (or even because of!) their imperfections. Meet 10 unlikely fighters, and discover how the Lord can use you to do mighty things.

It's important for us to fix our eyes on God and strive to never lose sight of His goodness and glory. Journey through Chris Tomlin's new album, "Never Lose Sight," with this devotional plan, including devotions for songs like, "Good Good Father," "Jesus," and "Home."

This 11-day video devotional series is based on Paul’s Letter to the Philippians. These are unprecedented times. When there doesn’t seem a reason to have joy, not to mention to share it, remember God’s Word is unwavering. It speaks to every time and every situation.

With Sandy Tales, we tell the old Bible stories through sand art. All of these stories open windows to the reality of God. God's stories with humanity through the ages bring hope, comfort, and life and they connect people with God. In this reading plan, you will discover more about the wealth and background of Ascension.

Red Letter Challenge is a discipleship experience. Through the words of Jesus, readers will be introduced to the five main targets that disciples of Jesus should shoot for. If you are tired of just checking religious boxes, if you know you were made for something more, and if you want to make a greater difference in the world, Red Letter Challenge is for you!

Join Red Rocks Worship in an 11-day devotional diving into their album, Ascend. It's often hard to remind ourselves of the truth we know, that God is omnipresent and always available to us. Psalm 139 tells us that we cannot hide from Him. Continuing in Psalms, David states that those with clean hands and pure hearts will experience His presence. Lord, clean our hands and purify our hearts!

Serving Challenge is an 11-day adventure to serve like Jesus that will lead you to more personal fulfillment than you ever thought possible. You were made for more than just believing and existing until you die. You were made to serve, just like Jesus.

Jesus Christ is greater than all. By Him all things were created, and in Him all things hold together. Moreover, in Him are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, and He forgives us all our trespasses, reconciling to God all things, whether on earth or in heaven. If we are united with Jesus, there’s nothing more to long for. He really is all in all!