Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ephesians 4:2

In several of his letters, the Apostle Paul described the Church as ‘the body of Christ.’ This metaphor is more than just an illustration. Paul didn’t say that the Church is like a body, but that it is the body; some kind of reality is being indicated by these words. Throughout this plan, we will explore what this reality is and what it means to the Church today.

Dive into Ephesians with us and let’s see how Paul’s words to the Ephesians can strengthen your Christian walk and encourage you to develop habits that will mature your faith and deepen your relationship with God.

The spiritual life is a struggle. We can learn to struggle well by pursuing intimacy with God in the context of adversity. Struggling well will lead to progress in resisting temptation and standing strong with the Holy Spirit’s help as warriors of Christ united with other believers in our purpose to defeat evil and share Christ with the world. Based on Ben Stuart’s Rest & War video Bible study.

Each of us has been made on Purpose, and for Purpose. The life you live is no accident, even if you feel that way. God has a great plan for every believer that is ready to be uncovered, so dive into this 6-day Devotional to read & hear more about the amazing plans God has for you. You were 'Made for More'.

Written by Paul in prison, Ephesians beautifully describes the vast reality of the gospel. Chosen before the foundation of the earth, God’s eternal plan of redemption takes spiritually dead men and women and raises them to life in Christ. Ephesians reminds us the gospel is all of God, all of grace, and all purposed “to show the immeasurable riches of His grace towards us in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:7).

This plan is intended as a guide to discovering the message of Ephesians for yourself! Grab a notebook to jot down your thoughts as you are led through a process of: 1) Observing the text of Ephesians 2) Interpreting its original message to the Ephesian church in the first century 3) Applying the letter’s timeless truths to your life today.

Whether we are in the valley or on the mountain top, there is an undeniable light we cannot keep hidden as believers. Over the next six days, regardless of our circumstances, let us explore how we can shine brighter together.

Our calling is our vocation in the world, but in Christ, it is an inclusive invitation from God to step into His purposes and plans for our lives. We live out our callings as God reveals His will over time. In this reading plan, Krista Pettiford invites you to embrace the fullness of your calling and live it out season by season.

Physical suffering and chronic pain can feel a lot like walking through fog. Pain consumes you until you feel lost, unable to find your way out of the mess. But, you are seen, known, and loved. Discover God's goodness and His plan to redeem your losses in this 6-day plan.

We all know the golden rule: love your neighbor as yourself. Treat others the way you want to be treated. But what do we do when our neighbor is hard to love? In this 5-day Bible Reading Plan, you’ll take a close look at what God says about extending grace to others – even when it’s difficult.

This plan offers a 6-day journey through the book of Ephesians, making it ideal for both individual and group study.

Delve into John the Baptist’s desert calling and uncover how his mission relates to your own walk with Christ. This six-day study reveals five key ingredients from John’s story—purpose, positioning, proclamation, provision, and posture. This devotional is written by Joe Riddle, Founder of Danger Close Consulting.

Ephesians presents a wonderful picture of cosmic unity, beginning with a multicultural new humanity: the church. Jesus reigns supreme over whatever powers threaten to grip our lives. He is the one who unites us with each other and with God. Over the course of our six-day series, we will explore the goal of God’s mission, the role the church plays in its fulfillment, and how we can be a part of it.

Do younger women see you as a safe haven? This plan gives practical advice and encouragement for Christian women who want to develop deeper friendships with the younger women in their lives but don’t know where to start.

“Love can’t be earned, it can only be given. And it can only be exchanged by people who are completely true with each other,” says Donald Miller. In this 7-day reading plan based on the book Scary Close, Don challenges our assumptions about what makes for good relationships and shares reflections from his own journey to “drop the act” and find true intimacy.

Life is hard. For most, it’s hard in seasons. You may be experiencing a tough season as you carry a big burden, be it financial, physical, relational, or spiritual. In the midst of all of these trials that are the suffering of life, God is faithful to carry us through. This Reading Plan from author Bobby Schuller offers you practical steps to finding “Stability in a Fragile World.”

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.

This devotional is an in- depth view into wisdom and its immense benefits in your Christian life. Be it leadership, finding life's purpose, relationships, communication or developing good character, the pursuit and attaining of wisdom is imperative.

Salvation is about rescue.  Christianity is about obedience, and the second is proof of the first (1 John 2:3). Call yourself a Christian?  Then follow Jesus.  Obey.

Offering forgiveness to others is one of the most challenging, but life-giving aspects of the Christian faith. In forgiving we find healing for our own hearts. When we forgive, we become like Christ in offering undeserving mercy and grace in love. In this 7-day plan, you’ll embark on the journey to healing and restoration as you receive and give forgiveness in the power and presence of Jesus. 

This week’s journal took me longer than any other week to write and I got so frustrated. Suddenly I realized the topic was patience! It made me laugh out loud. How often do we lose patience? Every day? Let’s jump in and see what the Lord says about Patience, but don’t be rushed about it! Take your time….

God cares deeply for the poor. How do we join God in loving others through the ways we earn, invest, spend, save, and share money? This week-long devotional offers an introduction to what it means to cultivate community, celebrate feasting, and live out a King Jesus Economy in our homes, neighborhoods, and churches.

Choosing marriage is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make. But many times, the expectations of marriage and the reality of marriage are completely different things. No matter your relationship status—single, engaged, or married— join licensed professional counselor and author Debra Fileta in this series of devotions that will open your eyes to the seven choices you can make today to create a better marriage for tomorrow .  

As Christians, we can often wonder what our calling is and how to find it. But our calling in Christ isn’t as complicated as we make it. In this 7-day Bible Plan from Amy Groeschel, we’ll learn what our calling is, and how we can live lives worthy of the incredible calling we have received.

God chose you, long ago, as the focus of His love. And He called you, long ago, into his work in the world. He wants you to join Him in the most important project in this history of mankind: the restoration of all things. Start this 6-day plan and begin to uncover the ways you’re made to inspire and serve others