Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:5

Your faith in God matters to God. And he’s committed to growing it. Big. Imagine how differently you would respond to difficulties, temptations, and even good things if you knew with certainty that God was in all of it and was planning to leverage it for good. In this reading plan, Andy Stanley builds a biblical case for five things God uses to grow BIG faith.

There’s plenty of discussion about whether a person is a natural-born leader, made that way by experience, or some combination of both. In these readings, we look at ordinary people in the Bible became God’s leaders. We also look at how God may be calling you today and how to respond, especially in light of our capabilities, limitations and environment.

Even though we routinely make decisions and set directions as leaders, knowing God’s will can still be difficult for us. Sometimes, all seems clear until we find that we’re headed the wrong way. At other times, we proceed more cautiously and miss the opportunity God had for us. In this study, we present a 5-step process to help clarify God’s will, even when it seems He is silent.

Are you ready? Ready for anything? If you want to be ready for more freedom, more trust, and more independence, you’ve got to practice. Practice what, you ask? Practice living with godly character! This six-day Bible Plan with video clips from The Loop Show will help you practice characteristics like honesty, humility, grit—godly character—so you’ll be ready for anything.

Even though we routinely make decisions and make plans in life, knowing God’s will can be difficult. Sometimes, all seems clear until we find that we’re headed the wrong way. At other times, we proceed more cautiously, and miss the opportunity God had for us. In this very practical study, we present a 5-step process to help clarify God’s will, even when it seems He is silent.

Do you struggle with fear and anxiety? Do you shrink back when what you really want to do is step into God’s plan with bravery and courage? In this 6-day plan, the Holy Spirit will teach you how to trust in God so you can live with the abundance He has in store for you.

A Journey through the book of James that will teach you to unleash a genuine faith by trading dull complacency for wild confidence.

There’s one spot forgotten on our spring cleaning checklists, and it happens to be the most important: our hearts. It doesn’t matter how clean your house is if your heart is covered in cobwebs. Take a journey with me as we focus on throwing open the windows of our hearts to let in the Light!

God encourages us to be brave. But what does that mean, exactly? Here's a secret: It's not just doing what scares you. This 6 day plan helps you see what it means to be in sync with God in such a way that equips you to be brave, even when it's hard. Read along and invite him to equip you in new ways this week.

What can we do when we're confronted with temptations around us or unwelcome thoughts and emotions within us? How can we guard against such "unwanted invaders"? Throughout this 6 day plan, we will consider five practical ways in which we can guard the place where the battle will ultimately be won: our hearts.

Following Holy Spirit into the unknown can be scary. But as believers in Jesus, we don’t have to live in fear. God has so much more for us! In this 6-day plan, you’ll learn how to receive the bravery and courage that come from trusting God’s wisdom and following Him into abundance.

The book of James nudges us to “put your money where your mouth is” when it comes to Christianity. If we truly believe God, then that faith will produce godly actions. James offers real-life examples of what faith looks like. Favorite teacher Dr. J. Vernon McGee walks us through the practical, wise instructions found in the wisdom book of the New Testament.

Does it ever feel like you’re being pummeled by waves of challenge…waves of pressure…and waves of transition? God made you for something more, something extraordinary—a purpose-filled, faith-filled, and peace-filled life. That’s why you're invited on this six-day journey. Together, we’ll master keys from the book of James to live the extraordinary life God intends for us.

We may separate faith & work, but is that right? In these readings, we look at how to manage your business life as God intends. Faith-Filled Sundays, followed by Faith-Driven workdays–that’s how it should be. This part of a multi-part “Business with God” series focuses on KNOWING GOD's PLAN for your business life. Read, reflect, & go help build God’s Kingdom!

What are you doubting right now? Has doubt been weighing upon you for longer than you can remember? What do we do with these doubts? Be encouraged. There is hope! Let’s look at Jesus’ cousin and see how he wrestled with doubt.

The Wilderness Plan is a guideline and a tool of encouragement for those who are seeking to gain an understanding of the trials of a believer. Sometimes we go through difficult periods, and we tend to blame God and even feel like He has abandoned us. This plan reveals the truth of God’s Word and His will for us in the wilderness seasons.

Coming to major crossroads in life can be an intimidating and nerve-wracking experience. Follow God's Word and he promises your paths will be made straight.

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. To accomplish this we have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture (usually 5-15 verses) 4 times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

Are you struggling with heartache, doubt, or doubting God's goodness through a life storm? Are you experiencing apathy or distraction in your spiritual walk? This 7-Day reading plan will help to reveal any doubt you may hold in your heart and will help you to use doubt as a signal to grow closer to God's heart.

What should be our response to trials? Taken from bestselling author David Jeremiah's book on James, learn how to celebrate our trials, call on God's resources in our trials, and look to the reward of our trials.

Life doesn’t always go the way we expected. You pray with faith, but God doesn’t do what you asked. You seek Him but don’t feel His presence. You’re going through pain, but your cries for relief seem to go unanswered. This Life.Church Bible Plan will guide you through Scriptures to read When God Doesn’t Make Sense.

How do we know we're forgiven when we mess up? How do we receive the power for living a new life every day? How do we enjoy a deep, personal connection with God? The same way we got started - by God's grace. Find out how you can live in freedom, purpose, and joy, just as God intended. Experience the full benefits of the simple gospel, simply by grace.

Difficulties can make you either bitter or better. God wants to use the challenges you face to test and increase your faith and character. Pastor Bayless Conley explains how you can pass the test of faith when you face troubles and setbacks; learn to receive God’s wisdom for your situation, and to build a powerful, God-honoring lifestyle that gets results.

These devotionals and prayers will help you to stand on the promises of God for your own life and on behalf of those you love. They are meant to be a great encouragement to you in your quest for the healing that God has provided in Jesus Christ. You can be healed, set free, and made completely whole—body, mind, and spirit! A reading plan inspired by Joan Hunter’s book Prayers and Promises for Healing

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!