Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 4:7

You’ve got mail—but the return address may surprise you! In this 14-day plan, rediscover the writings of the apostle Paul in their original format: letters to believers like you! Read and ponder these famous passages as you imagine sitting among the early Christians and experiencing their encouragement for the first time! Listen to these inspired words read aloud in the Letters from Paul Video Series.

Many of us suffer from heart attitudes and behaviours that are harmful and hurt other people. We have to understand these attitudes and behaviours and deal with them.

From Scripture, it is clear that we are to honour, show respect and love for our leaders, and never stop praying. In these days where significant global challenges are impacting the Church, our leaders need our focused, intentional prayer as they lead. For fourteen days, we look to Scripture and pray intentionally for those who lead in our church, each day focusing on a different aspect of leadership.

Is it possible to find freedom in surrender? That's just what Jesus taught—freedom comes through surrender to God. To be a follower of Jesus we have to surrender everything to him, but on the other side of surrender, Jesus offers us freedom—freedom from sin, but also freedom to live fully, with joy, in Christ. This 14-day devotional series guides you through Jesus's teaching on surrender.

This 14 day plan is designed to help you see the value that scripture can have in your life. Our hope is that after this plan you will have a desire to read, know, and live out the word of God in your life.

How do we develop a quiet time with God? What might that look like? In this Plan, we explore how we can develop our quiet time through Scripture and prayer.

Mental health is a topic with a variety of voices chiming into the conversation — even within the Church. However, what does it look like to provide insight that’s biblically honest and helpful? In this reading plan, we will be studying the importance of mental health within scripture.

The world is a troubled place. We hear such distressing news of wars, political unrest, financial uncertainty, and social crises. But even in these turbulent times, God is still Lord. This reading plan from the UCB Word For Today explores how we can respond to the unrest around us and avoid being weighed down by it all by focusing on God.

In our study of Psalm 23, we will discover how God reveals Himself through His names, each showing us His character and how He cares for us. Each of these names reveals a different aspect of God’s love. He is our Shepherd, Provider, Peace, and Healer. When we embrace who He is, we find comfort, strength, and confidence in His unchanging care. The Lord IS our Shepherd!

Is God a mystery for you? Are you unsure of what he thinks about you or what he expects from you? Need Him Ministries wants to help you know God. You can speak to a volunteer at 800-633-3446 or chat live at www.chataboutjesus.com. He has revealed himself through the Bible, but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. You've found the right place. Click through this Reading Plan to see what God says about us and about the permanent relationship he wants to have with us.

What is the true definition of happiness?

The more we pursue God, the more we want to strip away the clutter that distracts us from Him. This collection of studies, compiled and adapted from writing by  Tearfund contributor Sarah Wiggins, has been brought together to help us to consider what it means to truly (and simply) live life in all its fullness.

Carson Wentz's Audience of One (A01) and friends discuss scriptures about staying humble and walking in surrender to the Lordship of Jesus. This Plan features Carson Wentz, Trey Burton, Nick Foles, Zach Ertz, Chris Maragos & Jordan Matthews. 

The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus’ orientation address to His disciples. In the rest of the New Testament we find more details on how to build our lives to maturity, as individuals and as part of a church. But we can begin at no better place than here. This is where the Lord chooses to begin His disciples’ training with solid building blocks for a godly life.

The Bible tells us that the peace of God through Jesus guards and guides the hearts of believers. In this devotional, we'll explore struggling through anxiety and fear and how we can walk in faith and experience peace.

Prayer Boot Camp will push your prayer life to a new level. At first, you’ll participate in prayer exercises on your own. Then, you’ll be challenged to pray with others. By the end, you’ll have completed many prayer exercises that will instill confidence in your ability to pray alone and with others.

Giving thanks for God's good gifts seems like a natural choice for Christians. But there are many times in life when it is hard to be thankful - times of disappointment, grief, and spiritual drought. The book of Philippians guides us towards habits of thanksgiving that can last through our whole lives, despite our circumstances. This 15 day series invites you to develop these habits of a thankful heart.

"Be still, and know that I am God;" (PSALM 46:10a). Many Christians are familiar with this verse, but do we really understand it? This exhortation applies when we are distracted by our successes, as when we are fearful and disquieted by some troublesome news. We must learn to quiet ourselves by opening God’s Word and gaining His perspective in both cases.

It happens to us all. Conflicting messages cloud our vision. Pain and suffering wear our faith thin. Whether you've been following Him for a few days or a few years, we understand how easy it is to lose sight of who God truly is. Join us on a 15-day journey into the character of God. Be reminded how glorious He is, and how much He cares for you.

Being busy has become the norm—a way of doing things in a culture that celebrates and even encourages living life well beyond our mental, emotional, and physical capacity. The result? A hurried life. So what do we do? During this devotional, we’ll look at the value of slowing down, taking a break, and pushing pause when we need it the most to help us be present, connect with God, and see God’s presence in our lives.

With all that noise telling us what Christmas should be about, it can be difficult to get to the point—to the heart of Christmas. That’s why, in this devotional, we’ll work to cut through the noise and discover the real meaning behind the season. We’ll look at what brings real joy and purpose in this holiday. We’ll unpack the incredible story behind the birth of Jesus Himself to understand what the purpose of Christmas really is.

Wives Boot Camp" is a 15-day devotional designed to encourage and strengthen wives, no matter what season they find themselves in their marriage. This plan will guide you through the process of allowing God to use your challenges to build you up as a wife. Through topics such as forgiveness, rekindling passion, avoiding contention, and embracing favor, you will gain new insights and revelations that will empower you in your marriage. Each day will conclude with a prayer to help you apply the truths you’ve learned.

The letter to Titus was written by the apostle Paul to teach and encourage his ‘spiritual son.’ His lessons are valuable to this day. This reading plan goes through the letter to Titus step by step to see what God’s Word has to say for our lives.

Do you want more peace in your life? Do you want tranquility to be more than just a wish? You can gain true peace but only from one source—God. Join Dr. Charles Stanley as he shows you the way to life-changing peace of mind, offering you the tools for resolving past regrets, facing present concerns, and soothing apprehensions about the future.

What does the Bible teach about peace? What can we learn about God's rest? How can you discover peace, and apply God's peace to your life, during times of turmoil and unrest? Invite some friends to go through this reading plan together and discuss the daily journaling prompts.