Purpose

It’s often hard to say goodbye to people. Especially if they are leaving for a long time or even dying. In such situations, we attach great importance to the last words someone tells us. In the Bible we also read several examples of people who had something important to say before they died or left. Let’s read their last words together.

A Few Words Before I Go

Sometimes we wonder why our lives seem to lack direction. Often we feel that we spend most of our time reacting to circumstances that life brings us, but the most common reason is usually a lack of planning. However, the Bible teaches us very valuable and practical lessons about how to find the right direction and effectively go through life making the most of what God has entrusted us with.

How to Plan for Success - Life Is Easier When You Know Where You Are Going

In this insightful reading plan, renowned pastor and author Tony Evans explains how everything we do is according to God’s greater purpose, and it all works according to His will for our good and His glory. 

Our Good And His Glory

Adapted from The Last Thirty Devotional, this plan is a journey designed to challenge readers to end their year with greater purpose and intentionality. We will not wake up on New Year's Day and suddenly have better eating habits, relational habits, or work-related habits. We have to make intentional decisions today in order to see lasting change and truly experience a fulfilled life tomorrow.

Ending the Year on Purpose

Embark on a 21-day journey through the Bible to uncover the glorious story of the coming of God's Kingdom. Since the beginning, God revealed Himself as the Ruler over all Creation. He chose to extend His good reign to all who follow His voice. Come and see how you can also be part of this story. 

Understanding the Kingdom of God

We have all been down a hard road in life. Sometimes we see it coming and other times we just find ourselves on it. Even on those hard roads, there are lessons to be learned. Jesus knew the road He would have to walk. Let’s discover the lessons we can learn from Him on the road to Calvary.

Lessons From the Road to Calvary

Peace. Jesus promised it. We all want it. But not many of us have it! So how can we find God’s unshakable, rock-solid peace when the inevitable conflicts of life arise? Join Bible teacher Berni Dymet from Christianityworks and open up God’s Word to discover how you can live in God’s peace in your own life—and share it with your friends, family, and neighbors. 

Live in God’s Peace

Do you ever feel trapped by your mistakes? We can become so used to stuffing guilt and hiding shame that our mistakes soon define us. When you feel like you can’t outrun your past, you need to know there’s a God who understands and longs to release you from your personal prison. In this plan, you will learn how to escape guilt and find freedom from shame.

Freedom From Guilt

The Book of Ecclesiastes is about accepting a proper perspective of reality. Only then can we make effective decisions about who we trust and how we live. Yellow Balloons unpacks the message of Ecclesiastes in a five-day devotional. We pray it challenges and encourages you.