Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 3:15

From anti-aging serums to diets to surgeries to workouts, we’re made aware of and told to “fix” our bodies every day. In this 6-day plan from Lisa Whittle, discover a whole body theology, learning to reconcile your body with the rest of who you are and growing in a deeper understanding of your true identity as a whole person created in the image of God.

We all face challenges and struggles in every day life, but some people seem to be able to overcome them better than others. How do they do it? What has God provided for us to live an overcoming life? Find the principles that lead to a harmonious and peaceful life. (http://thejesusalliance.org/)

It’s a common belief that conflict is a sign things are wrong or that a relationship is unhealthy. In fact, the opposite is true. Conflict, if done correctly, is both healthy and necessary in any relationship. Learn how to navigate conflict in this 7-day reading plan.

People are on the move today more than ever. Some move of their own will. But there are millions of people who are displaced—forced to move by circumstances beyond their control. So let’s learn from those on the move around the world and see what God will teach us as we consider who our neighbors are, what God is doing in places like Singapore and Wheaton, IL (USA), the challenges and opportunities found in cities, and 7 statistics that remind us Who is in control. Even as the world moves, He always remains constant!

Whether we suffer emotional or physical wounds, forgiveness is the cornerstone of the Christian life. Jesus Christ experience all kinds of unfair and unjust treatment, even to the point of a wrongful death. Yet in his final hour, he forgave the mocking thief on the other cross and his executioners.

You may have heard Hans Christian Andersen’s version of the old folk tale, "The Princess and the Pea"—a story where a prince uses a pea to discover a true princess. There are also P’s in the Christian life. This plan will examine six things that as the Bride of Christ we need to remember about who we are and, therefore, how we are to respond—all beginning with the letter P.

Two-time GMA Covenant award winning Singer/Songwriter and Worship Pastor Andrew Marcus uses two filters when crafting a song: the Scripture, and his home church. Join Andrew on this seven day journey as he points each song from his latest album, Constant, to the Word, and shares how these songs have helped him, his church family, and worshippers around the world connect with God.

PEACE is an emotion we all hunger for, and yet is so difficult to attain, especially for long periods of time.  Join us this week as we seek PEACE in our daily lives, in our decisions, and in our relationships.  May you find God’s PEACE that surpasses our understanding as you spend time with Him.

Have you ever wondered if there is a purpose for your life and faith in God? This 7-day plan utilizes each letter of the word P-U-R-P-O-S-E to help discover direction, meaning and purpose in your faith journey.

We all have a spiritual appetite as part of our makeup as human beings. In fact, this yearning for spiritual fulfillment is a constant in our daily life. The question is, where is our hunger being directed? If we are not hungry for the presence and purposes of God, then you can be sure we are hungry for something else. GOD HUNGER is a series of meditations designed to awaken our passion for God’s presence. It is an invitation to allow ourselves be transformed into more passionate, radical followers of Jesus, by His grace.

Instead of adding one more thing to the list, Hello Mornings lifts the weight off women by revealing a grace-filled way to establish a powerful morning routine. This devotional from the HelloMornings.org team features seven days of devotions and Bible passages to encourage women to begin each day with God and underscores the how’s and why’s of doing so. Inspiration and motivation to grow with community and encouragement of personal spiritual growth are highlighted. If you’re ready to wake up for your life, and not just to your life, you’ve found a great place to start!  

If you struggle with friendship, you are not alone! The two things I hear most often from women who confide in me as a pastor’s wife is that they fear everyone is hanging out without them and they feel wounded by past relationships. Friendship is never simple but it can be extremely rewarding. Let’s look at this messy, beautiful thing called friendship and discover how we can enjoy it for the gift it is!

Life is busy and the demands of your day feel never-ending. In this 7-day plan, you'll hear daily encouragement to keep you moving forward, together. Read them as a stepfamily together or separately, but create a space for everyone to share their thoughts.

Life keeps us running so fast and frenzied that we often lose sight of each day’s holy potential. Today’s choices shape the legacy you leave for future generations. Building a legacy through your “only one life” is not a calling for the elite few. It is a calling for you—as a woman with unique capacity to shape the future through your faith, family, gifts, and leadership. This devotional is adapted from the book, Only One Life: How a Woman’s Every Day Shapes an Eternal Legacy, by Jackie Green and Lauren Green McAfee. 

I can’t love my wife because…. How can I submit to my husband who is….. These are common everyday challenges in a marriage. The purpose of this devotional is to understand how to live in realistic marriages and not ideal marriages.

There are times in life when you feel as though the bottom has fallen out – either because of something you’ve done, or something that’s happened to you. It’s easy to feel isolated or rejected, but God wants you to know that you have a place with Him and nothing can separate you from His love and plan for you. These seven devotionals can help you get back on track.

One of the most powerful marks of a believer is transcendent peace. This world offers us no reason to be peaceful. It offers us no reason to be without stress, burdens, cares, and total frustration. But we serve a God who offers us peace in the midst of any circumstance. We serve a God in whom all true peace finds its source. May you discover the heart of your heavenly Father to bring you peace this week.

If you are seriously dating or recently engaged, our time this week will prepare you for one of the biggest decisions in your life: is the person I’m dating the one I should marry? This devotional will reflect a biblical, practical, and authentic approach to asking the important questions surrounding marriage. Together, we’ll look at essential conversations to have with your significant other before you say, “I do.”

There’s not much we need to do to encounter God–He’s all-powerful!–but our hearts can most tune into Him when we carve out time to be still and create open space for us to hear His small voice. This plan equips you to do both. Read along and see what the Holy Spirit might have here for you.

We all face decisions every day of our life, and it’s those decisions that determine our future. One key strategy for making right decisions is “trying it on” – giving God something to work with so He can guide you into your divine destiny. These seven devotionals can help you get moving ahead with faith and make your decisions with confidence!

Jesus called His followers to be salt and light in this world. Many people think that means telling people the Good News of salvation—a great thing to do, of course—but it often leads to intimidating, fruitless conversations. What if the key to drawing people to Jesus is knowing who we really are in him? Learn to grow into your true identity.

Who in your life do you need to forgive? Let these seven lessons show you how you can be truly unburdened through forgiveness, so that the person who hurt you no longer holds any control over you.

The Bible reveals something quite staggering—God is unwilling to be left out of the human story, which means God is unwilling to be left out of your story! Use this plan to launch into a relationship with the Bible in a way that meets you where you are right now, and will help you become more aware that the God of the Bible is also the God of your story.

The world will throw so many obstacles to gratitude in our path that we often trip over them and feel defeated, but God has given us His Word to encourage, instruct, and guide us around such obstacles! Our prayer is that this plan will bless and encourage you as you strive to be thankful every day.

What would it look like to really follow the Holy Spirit by putting Jesus first in life? The book of Colossians is about the person of first importance-Jesus Christ. It is all about Him because He is the supreme One.