Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Acts 1:8

I’m Not Ashamed is about being unashamed about your faith in Christ. This devotional centers around the life of Rachel Joy Scott, the song and the movie that she inspired through her diary. Rachel was the first person killed at Columbine High School for her faith.

In thirty years, the good news of Jesus Christ which had begun in Jerusalem had reached the pinnacle of power in the then known world. A quick overview of the book will show that rapid growth occurred largely due to the working of God’s Holy Spirit, the availability of sincere people, and the simple pattern that was employed.

It is impossible to overstate the impact the first Easter has on the work we do each day. In this four-day plan, we’ll explore four things Easter gives us that are essential to our vocations: An identity, a King, a mission, and the ultimate incentive to work with excellence on behalf of our risen Savior.

According to tradition, June 29 marks the martyrdom of the Apostle Paul. Join Christians around the world to honor the legacy of those who, like Paul, sacrificed their lives for the advancement of the gospel. In this four-day plan, you will meet our persecuted Christian family and the persecutors who attempted to silence their witness. Enter into fellowship with persecuted Christians and be inspired to live in obedience and faith.

Mark 16:15: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone." For 4-days, join CAIN as they navigate what The Commission truly means and how it applies to our lives in the 21st century. Whether you need encouragement in your faith or deeper understanding, this devotional will string together some of Jesus' final words on Earth and what he was trying to teach the disciples.

How do you hear the voice of God? What does God say in times of global crisis? In this 4-day plan, Alpha Founder Nicky Gumbel starts by sharing some simple practices that help him listen to God. He goes on to present three key challenges that he senses God is calling us all to respond to: greater unity in the church, prioritising evangelism, and daily reliance on the Holy Spirit.

The vocations represented in the characters of the Easter narrative can teach us a lot about God and how our work is a means of co-laboring with the Risen King. In this four-day plan, we’ll look at the vocations of the disciples at Gethsemane, Joseph of Arimathea, Peter, and Jesus’s first followers to draw out applications for our own work today.

After Jesus rose from the dead, He ascended into heaven. He is seated at the right hand of God until He will return to the earth to judge the living and the dead. Then there will be a new heaven and a new earth. But in the meantime, how does it help you that Jesus is in heaven? This reading plan gives you four answers to this question.

Who is the Holy Spirit, and what does He have to do in my life? In this four-day devotional, you’ll discover the characteristics of the Holy Spirit and how a relationship with Him will make all the difference in your life and walk with Christ.

The Ripple Effect is the impact and effect of the death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus upon the world, and especially upon the Church. In the Great commission Jesus gave us a command to go, and through this devotional we will explore how the Church is purposed to gather and then to scatter in fulfilling this mission.

Have you ever felt hopeless? Out of options? Losing focus? Hope Restored by Chidi Wosu is an uplifting devotional that offers solace and encouragement to those grappling with moments like these. When we trust in God's divine plan, surrender our doubts and fears, and find strength in the restoration of our hope can be restored.

Is there such a thing as the baptism in the Holy Spirit? Of course! How it differs from the receiving of the spirit and where you can find it in the Bible, you can read in this plan. You will also learn why we receive the Spirit and what the effects are.

This four-day devotional is designed to inspire and empower you to share your faith with confidence, relying on God's promises and the power of the Holy Spirit for guidance. While sharing your faith can sometimes feel daunting, the encouragement within this devotional aims to renew your boldness, helping you to proclaim the greatest truth ever known with newfound assurance.

Jesus has the authority and all the glory in the days to come. We anticipate this dearly, wanting to be filled more and more with the Holy Spirit.

This 4-day Bible plan explores the essence of being a Spirit-filled leader. Through powerful Scripture and reflection, it helps you understand how to lead with humility, courage, wisdom, and service. Each day encourages you to rely on the Holy Spirit for strength, boldness, and guidance as you seek to impact others with Christlike leadership in every area of life.

Déborah invites you to open your eyes to God's presence, love, and limitless power. Through heartfelt personal stories and biblical truths, you'll discover how Jesus sees your pain, carries your burdens, and offers you the Holy Spirit as your Comforter and strength. If you've ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or discouraged, this series will remind you that you are never alone—God is with you!

When Jesus said that we would be His witnesses, what exactly did He mean? In a culture largely set against the ways of Jesus, what does it look like to be a witness for the Gospel? In this reading plan, we will explore three aspects of what it practically looks like to be a witness for Christ in a world desperately in need of hope.

If you’re wanting more than inspiration and you’re hungry for a real move of God in your life, this 4-day devotional plan by Kathryn Krick will stir fresh faith, deepen surrender, and help you carry revival fire with humility, purity, and endurance. Over four days, make room for the Holy Spirit to renew your heart and empower you to shine brightly for Jesus right where you are.

In a world increasingly dominated by radical individualism, anxiety, and consumerism, finding a sense of peace and purpose can feel like navigating a storm. Reflecting on Jesus' teachings from John 14 and 15, there's a clear invitation to embrace something deeper and more fulfilling: the life-giving presence of the Holy Spirit.

The Church of Jesus Christ is the institution that God has chosen to fulfill His plan on earth. This is the third part of the 3-part series devotion on the Bible-revealed Greatness of God and His Plan. While the first part focus on certain aspects of the Greatness of God, the second part on the Greatness of Jesus, this last part focuses on the call of the Church of Jesus. May this devotion bless you and refresh you in the Lord.

Many of us approach witnessing to unbelievers with trepidation. How exactly do we lead someone to Christ without stumbling over our words, getting rejected, or being persecuted? These thoughts run through our mind, don’t they? Take this 5-day journey to find out how to be an authentic witness in today’s skeptical world.

The calling of every Christian is to share the life changing message of Jesus. This 5-day plan offers practical guidance on how you can follow this calling every day and see Jesus impact the lives of those around you who need to know him.

Have you ever considered that God’s missional plan for you most likely sits in your everyday life, which includes the many hours spent at work? Only a small percentage of Christians are called to full time church ministry but we are all instructed to ‘go and make disciples’. Wherever God has positioned you, this is where you are called to influence. You may ask, “Who am I to influence?” and “How do I do this in practice?” Let’s explore these questions together over the next 5 days.

Jesus needs all believers to share the good news, no matter where they are. Spirit of Fire encourages believers to work with the Holy Spirit, spread the promise of redemption through Jesus Christ, and set the captives free. Each day of this 5-day reading plan features thoughts on a specific theme (such as witnessing and baptism) and ends with a Scripture verse. The content for this reading plan is based on Tamryn Klintworth’s Spirit of Fire .

The Holy Spirit who worked in and through the members of the early Church is the same Holy Spirit who works in and through members of the Church today. Their story is our history, one we can draw on and learn from as we execute the mission we’ve been given as followers of Jesus Christ.