Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 2 Corinthians 1:8

How do we get beyond simply praying, “Lord, bless those missionaries"? The New Testament actually tells us what to pray for missionaries. In fact, the authors of the New Testament were missionaries! Pastor Sean Christensen, World Team missionary and Bible professor, guides us through five missionary prayer requests that Paul asked for and one that Paul and John mentioned. This plan is useful both individually or in a prayer group.

Self-pity slyly whispers that we deserve better. It clouds our thinking until grumbling seems inevitable. But thanking God lifts our gaze. This plan examines Bible characters tempted toward self-pity, Jesus’ sinless victory over a similar situation, and God’s invitation into gratitude and joy. We’ll counter self-pity’s lies like “I’m in this alone,” “I don’t have enough,” and “I’m taken for granted” by celebrating God’s ability, help, provision, honor, and love.

Ever notice that spiritual growth often triggers unexpected resistance? This six-day plan explores an ancient word—"acedia"—and why following Jesus faithfully can suddenly feel difficult, empty, or pointless. Discover biblical strategies to overcome spiritual resistance, remember your true identity, and keep moving forward when faith feels hard. You're not crazy. You're not alone. And there's hope ahead!

This 7-day reading plan and devotional is based on Scott Williams' book "Drop It," which is inspired from the story of blind Bartimaeus. This plan will help you to tap into the faith, courage, and commitment necessary to no longer settle for the way things are. It’s time that you break free from being a puppet to the things distracting you from your purpose. It’s time to DROP IT!

Discouragement and Despair are two emotions with which the enemy attacks all of us. Would you spend time with us asking the Lord to deal with both our own discouragement and also that of those who create our culture in the entertainment industry?

Suffering and pain can move us to an unhurried life. Alan Fadling describes his journey out of the fast lane and into the rhythms of Jesus. Following the framework of Jesus' earthly life, Fadling shows how the work of "unhurrying" is central to our spiritual development.

With insights and devotions drawn from The Jesus Bible , this seven-day reading plan provides examples of God staying true to his covenants throughout the Bible. During this week, you will be inspired by the mercy of God and faithfulness of Jesus to remember to uphold your own promises to God.

Though we tend to view prayer as an individual activity, this isn’t exactly God’s design. Yes, we can and should pray on our own. But there is power in praying with other people. This seven-day study explores the biblical commands and precedents for pursuing God collectively. Something unique happens as we pray together.

How do we become stronger? What does it mean to see God's strength made perfect in our weakness? We’ll unpack New Testament examples of how God uses weakness to display the gospel to the world. Because of God, our suffering is never without purpose. With insight born from life’s journey, Clayton King shows readers how pain holds purpose, weakness leads to worship, and brokenness becomes blessing.

Escalating anxiety and depression have led far too many to die by suicide, leaving loved ones behind with more questions than answers—and these questions often cut to the core of their Christian beliefs. In this seven-day devotional, Dr. Jim Denison reveals what the Bible says about suicide and whether it is “the unpardonable sin.”

Is it really possible to experience peace when life is painful? The short answer: yes, but not in our own power. In a year that has left us feeling overwhelmed, many of us are left with questions. In this 7-day Bible Plan, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, we’ll discover how to find the Missing Peace we all crave.

As entrepreneurs, we are often under a lot of pressure. Think of changing revenue models, new technology, new legislation, staff members that do not live up to our expectations, a bank drawing up new cash flow requirements, and other extraordinary economic circumstances such as Covid-19. How do we as entrepreneurs deal with these circumstances and what is the added value of the Christian faith in times of pressure and crisis?

Hello, dear friend! My prayer is that you are seeing miracles, big and small, in your life every single day. Over the next seven days, we are going to see the miracle of transparency as I share some of my own journey with you. My journey of finding hope in a time of heaviness.

Hello, dear friend! My prayer is that you are seeing miracles, big and small, in your life every single day. Over the next seven days, we are going to see the miracle of transparency as I share some of my own journey with you.

The Psalms offer comfort, encouragement and inspiration in all kinds of life situations. This reading plan contains seven psalms that can help you, whatever situation you find yourself in, find comfort with God.

Suffering successfully isn’t by chance. It’s a process facilitated by the Holy Spirit when we seek Him during the pain. We’ll pursue God’s Heart together, so there’s no parking in the dark season. Flowing, flourishing, and fanning into flames His Power onto others out of the ashes is the goal. God will make beauty out of those ashes! Your pain is not wasted!

This week, we will journey through an overview of the book of 2nd Corinthians, looking at what it can teach us about who God is and who we are in Him as He makes us into people who are completely new!

This week, we will discuss suffering. We praise God that Jesus is with us in our suffering, but we will also learn that suffering can actually produce some very spectacular things in a man's life if we lean into Jesus in the midst of our pain. Written by Tim Bergmann.

Project Purpose is created for you to discover God's calling. You can have the confidence and the daring to make something of your life. But if you choose, you can live a life of consequence to this world. The people around you will benefit when you have a clear sense of purpose. And this will require wisdom, discernment, and some guiding principles. Find your WHY to find your way.

We would love a stress-free life, but that’s not what happens in this sin-sick world. We all experience trouble and trials, and if we serve Jesus with our whole hearts, we will suffer persecution. So, what about all these troubles that plague us? Jesus told us we would face trouble, so is joy possible in the middle of trouble, and could these troubles be something for which we thank God?

The Christian life can feel like taking one step forward, then two steps back. In 2 Corinthians, the church is challenged to “grow up” in Christ, and we are reminded of God’s unfailing grace, even in the face of sin and failure. These eight lessons from Dr. J. Vernon McGee will encourage you to keep walking forward in the right direction as you grow in your faith.

Most people don't like to feel weak. Physical and mental strength are reassuring because they give us the feeling of being in control of our life. But unfortunately, every person faces weakness from time to time. How does that work in the life of a follower of Jesus? Paul, a believer we meet in the Bible, has something to say about that. We are going to listen to his thoughts in this reading plan.

There is a lot of grief and sorrow in the world. This is all a result of human sin, and we are facing the consequences every day. The Bible does not play that down. But it also shows us how it is possible to rejoice in the midst of sorrow, and how God will ultimately create a new earth where grief and sorrow will be no more.

In his second letter to the church at Corinth, Paul encourages believers to live in the identity Christ has provided for them. Although as fragile and mundane as jars of clay, God’s people hold the inestimable treasure of the gospel in their lives (2 Corinthians 4:7). 2 Corinthians reminds us that we are ambassadors for Christ, tasked with showing and sharing God’s good news of reconciliation for all who believe (2 Corinthians 5:20).

Learn how God shows kindness amidst suffering. Drawing from biblical wisdom, this two-week study guides individuals through a reflective journey, revealing the ways God's compassion manifests in times of adversity. Find hope in God's unwavering kindness and find strength for navigating life's challenges.