Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ephesians 5:28

All of us have a direct impact on the people around us. We do not choose whether we impact others or not, we simply determine the quality of impact we possibly have on others. In this Bible-plan we would like to coach you to expand your impact on the world around you for the sake of the kingdom.

EMPCOA, or “Enemy’s Most Probable Course of Action,” is a military intelligence strategy for anticipating and outsmarting the enemy. This principle applies spiritually, as today’s battlefield is marked by fatherlessness, crime, poverty, addiction, and broken lives. As men of God, we face a relentless enemy seeking to destroy our families and pull us from biblical truth. Understanding his tactics is key to standing firm. This devotional series equips fathers with God’s principles for fatherhood and spiritual leadership, helping them defend their families against Satan’s attacks and remain strong in faith.

In Part 3 of this powerful series, Mark Oakes, UCB's Managing Director, delves into some of the big questions about Heaven and why they matter for how we live today. As he reflects on what the Bible says about our eternal future, be encouraged to live with purpose and hope – and remember, God’s invitation is still open to us!

God calls upon all men to Serve & Protect society in their everyday lives. From the home to the job, from church to community, we are called to step-up and stand in the gap. This 10-day plan explores how we can serve and protect like Jesus would in specific spheres of society.

John Piper’s influential work on Christian Hedonism, Desiring God, challenges the belief that following Christ requires the sacrifice of pleasure. Rather, he teaches that “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.” This devotional features content from each chapter of this thought-provoking book. Over the course of 10 days, you will engage Scripture alongside Piper’s insights on the path to living a joyfully Christian life.

We associate Christmas with a busy season, but the true meaning of the holiday is the long-awaited birth of our saviour. Join us on this 10-day journey as we wait for (Christ)mas together.

Marriage is meant to be awesome, yet many are working to merely survive rather than thrive in marriage. But God’s design for marriage is "very good." Over the next ten days, we’ll move past survival mode to rediscover the joy, friendship, and fun God intended for your relationship. Let’s start thriving.

Dysfunction in marriage rarely begins with dramatic failure. It often develops quietly through neglect, misalignment, unaddressed pressure, and unhealthy heart patterns. Over time, what was once functional gradually loses balance. This 10-day devotional, drawn from the book Activated Husband, explores dysfunction in husbandhood by revealing six common dysfunctional portraits and their spiritual roots. Each day provides biblical insight, honest reflection, and a simple action step to guide you from awareness toward growth and restoration. This plan is designed for men seeking clarity, responsibility, and renewed, Christ-centered leadership in their role as husbands.

The word 'church' is often associated with places of worship, but its usage in the Bible is connected to the community of believers in Christ. In the New Testament, we find that the Church has two aspects. On the one hand, all believers on earth at this time together with all those who have “died in Christ” in past centuries constitute the “Universal Church”. On the other hand, believers who meet in a particular locality form the “local church.” We will examine Paul's Letter to the Ephesians to understand the biblical concept of the church, both universal and local.

As you learn the names and titles God has given you in His Word, you find the answer to that question that echoes within all of us—“WHO AM I?”

What does it take to be a healthy church? First, embrace how a community, gifted with grace and life in our risen Savior, can bond together. The second half of Ephesians gives us practical truth that equips us for spiritual battle—both as individuals and the collective body of Christ. Join Dr. J. Vernon McGee as he breaks down Ephesians with simple yet profound logic in 11 summaries.

Excellence is glorifying God by working wholeheartedly towards all He has given you to do. This Virtuous Woman study is 11 sessions that walk through ideas such as stewardship, dignity, wisdom, attentiveness, legacy, value, faithfulness, power, faith, and fruitfulness. This study was written by Alexandria McCraney who lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas with her husband and three kids and serves with FCA at the University of Arkansas.

Over the course of twelve days, you will be led to thank the Lord for all He has done! From Salvation to grace, His Holy Spirit, marriage, children and beyond, time will be taken to intentionally offer a sacrifice of Thanksgiving to the Lord for His unending love and mercy upon us.

Jesus didn’t give up His perfect life so you could just make it through yours. Seven guys—like you—set aside a few days to slow down, have fun, find answers, and get it all on video. Is life just work and stress? How do we get off the performance treadmill? Can I get free from addiction? How do I start really living? Start this Life.Church Bible Plan with some friends to find out.

In Christ, you are chosen, made holy, included, and empowered to be all He created you to be. This plan walks women through the book of Ephesians as they learn to live in their new Christ-centered identity.

In this 12-day challenge in Ephesians 6, Chip takes just 10 minutes a day to reveal what God has to say about Satan’s goals and tactics, the spiritual armor God offers us, and the confidence we can have about our sure victory over the Enemy.

This 12-day plan walks through Ephesians to help men move from information to formation—discovering who they are in Christ and how to stand firm in a world at war. Through identity, church, marriage, work, and the armor of God, you’ll build a biblical battle plan to live with courage, holiness, and spiritual strength.

How can we learn to live like Jesus if we don’t first love like Him? Read along with Life.Church staff and spouses as they retell the experiences and Scriptures that inspire them to fully live and Love Like Jesus.

What would you write to the church if you were chained in a prison cell? This Bible Reading Plan through Ephesians invites readers into Paul’s message of unity, identity, and hope written under hardship. Using TheStory Bible reading guide, this Bible study explores Ephesians in 12 days, helping readers see how the letter fits within the Bible as one unified story. Paul writes with prayerful urgency, calling believers to live as one in Christ. This Bible reading plan supports daily Scripture engagement and a deeper understanding of God’s purposes for the church.

Paul’s letters to the Ephesians reveal God’s amazing love, grace, and purpose for us. They show us how to live out our faith practically, find unity in our communities, and deepen our relationship with Christ. Join us over the next two weeks as we dive into what it means to journey together in faith.

Looking for the next big thing? Look no further than your church! God has placed you in the greatest movement in history even on the days it doesn't feel like it. The church is imperfect. But something beautiful happens when we commit to what’s in front of us and catch God’s heart for his Bride! The next big thing is here. It’s always been here. It’s the local church.

What does God’s Word have to say about raising a healthy family? Discover a plan for your family that not only follows God’s design, but also brings joy, contentment, and a sense of purpose. Learn how to develop confidence and character in your child while helping him or her grow into a competent adult. 

In rural Australia - we are very keen on "identity" - who we are, what drives us, where we are going, where we fit in life. God is pretty keen on identity too - and Paul writes Ephesians with that in mind. As we move through Ephesians, God lovingly draws us back to know the confidence of who we are as his people, in this world, moved by his purposes.

Paul paints a beautiful description of what it looks like to thrive in your walk with Jesus through our earthly life. He explains how we are rooted, built up, and equipped to do much more than survive. He shows us our spiritual identity, how we are used by the Spirit, and how we are fitted with His armor for daily living. Join as we explore this incredible book.

Marriage is designed by God to show the world a picture of Christ’s relationship with the church. Why God would use our imperfect marriages to illustrate His perfect love is a mystery, but the implications are clear. How we live behind closed doors matters. This study will examine the marriage principles hidden within Ephesians 4:32 – 5:32 and help you reflect God’s love to a watching world.