Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 4:18

God cannot be known as we know a machine, an idea, or a tree, which we are able to “objectify.” He is truly known only in relationship. In the contemplative tradition, Richard Rohr describes how we can come to know God through relationship—by joining in a “dance” of holiness and love with the Father, Son, and Spirit—through which we are transformed, pray meaningfully, and serve others in love.

Fear is natural. It’s also destructive and has no problem being the conductor of our lives. This 5-day plan exposes our relationship with fear and reveals the power to overcome it. No longer do we have to be limited or controlled. With the right tools, we can defeat fear. Every. Single. Time.

Infinitum is a way of life centered on following Jesus by loving God and loving others through an emphasis on the habits and disciplines of surrender, generosity, and mission. We aim to see the Bible and also the world through these Jesus-colored lenses. This short reading plan considers evangelism through the habit of ‘loving God, loving people’.

From her personal life, author Jamie Glawson leads you out of common fearful situations to face off with fear and darkness. The world is full of both and we all face fear one time or another. Even through chaos we can choose a better way to deal with our fears and have peace. Be reassured that God's love, peace, and compassion will trump every fear you encounter.

Do you feel afraid? Full of fear? You’re not alone! Fear might be where we start, but it is not where we need to stay. What if we could move from fear into trust? This five-day reading plan is a space where, together, we can acknowledge our fears and look into the Bible to discover the good news about the God whose perfect love casts out all fear. Fear Not!

What do you do when things suddenly feel uncertain and you have more questions than answers? When life throws you a curve, it’s not time to panic—it’s time to step out in faith and let God fill you with His comfort and hope! In this 5-day devotional, Joyce Meyer teaches how to combat fear and receive God’s love, peace and encouragement during difficult times.

In this 5-day devotional, we’re going to talk about consent and try to figure out what it really looks like to embrace a higher standard of honor and respect when it comes to the way we treat both others and ourselves.

We either live by fear or by faith. Fear reacts to what's happening. Faith takes action and dares to believe that God is faithful to His promises, despite our current circumstance.

When Harold and Rachel Earls met, they didn’t expect to soon be navigating a long-distance engagement, the struggles and joys of early marriage, and a life-threatening climb up Mt. Everest. Yet their journey of faith, love, and perseverance through their unusual courtship and newlywed days strengthened their relationship—and reminds us what it means to live with courage as we follow our own higher calling.

Under the Shadow is a 5-day devotional by Chris Mendez, pastor of Hillsong Latin America. This devotional is designed to give you hope in the middle of challenging and difficult times.

The dip is when you can see where you want to be, but no matter how hard you try, it seems you can’t get there. You begin to lose hope and doubt you’ll ever reach it. It’s where your dream is just out of reach and you feel stuck. We all have a dream, but there is always a dip before you get there. Don’t Quit in the Dip.

In the midst of a pandemic, there is so much uncertainty about life and livelihood. Fear has gripped our society and culture like never before. But God has placed life's greatest things on the other side of fear. Join me on a 5-day journey to unpack your deepest fears and take victory over them!

Anxiety. Fear. Worry. What if you could understand those feelings better? Not ignore them or stuff them down, but actually harness their power to improve your relationships? This devotional based on the book Love Slows Down will give a Biblical framework for facing and conquering your anxiety and fear.

Discover why seeking knowledge about one's self is critical to growing deeper in relationship with God.

Trusting in the truth that prevails.

You are loved—even if you don’t feel it. You are liked—even if you haven’t seen a thumbs up in weeks. A community is here for you, a people ready to say, “You are one of us.” Whatever question you’re asking or struggle you’re dealing with, God's love is what you need.

There is a surprising consensus—all over the world and all through history—that the best thing we do is love. So we are faced with puzzling questions: Why don’t we love more? Why aren’t we better at it? In this devotional adapted from his book This Hallelujah Banquet, pastor Eugene H. Petersen urges us to examine the condition of our love.

In this plan we will undertake a study of the book of 1 John, in the New Testament. The book of 1 John is the first of three books, written by John the elder to house church believers. The book of 1 John encourages believers to remember that God is light and love and therefore to live lives that reflect that light and love with one another and the world.

Join author and musician Aaron Ivey in this five-day reading plan for men. He'll walk you through the keys to building a satisfying and lasting marriage with funny, real-life stories and key insights from Scripture. Also available by Jamie Ivey - a complementary five-day-devotion for women.

Join bestselling author and podcast host Jamie Ivey in this five-day reading plan for women. She'll walk you through the keys to building a satisfying and lasting marriage with funny, real-life stories and key insights from Scripture. Also available by Aaron Ivey - a complementary five-day-devotion for men.

Do you have a heart for children, for teachers, or for a specific school? In this devotional, you will discover how you can trust God to transform the hearts of students, teachers, and administrators by praying scripture for school communities. When we allow God’s powerful word to shape our prayers, His purposes and plans are accomplished.

As Christians, we know God has delivered us from a spirit of fear, and as you work through this plan our prayer is that you will be encouraged and that you will end the plan with confidence in the power and plan of our mighty God.

In this 5-day plan, civil rights legend Dr. John M. Perkins reveals the importance of confession, both personal and corporate, through the story of the Prodigal Son. Confession is essential if we are to be reconciled with one another. It opens the door for the healing balm of forgiveness to wash over us.

Far and Near is a devotion for those of us who stumble through this life, mistake after mistake, and still struggle to reconcile the love God has for us. This devotion is a reminder that you may feel far away and disconnected from Him, but you are closer than you can ever imagine.

Any of you out there feel as though you are struggling to keep your head above water? Do you feel at any moment the waves of despair, chaos, or suffering will crash over you for the last time, breaking you, tossing you into the depths of the ocean floor? What are we to do in times such as these? “Be strong and courageous!” Remember: Our God is big and strong!