Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Romans 12:6

“I believe in God in my own way, I don’t need a church. Can’t I just worship God in the comfort of my own home or out in nature?” These thoughts are common in our modern world. But there is blessing being part of the body of Christ; join us and explore some reasons why Christians should definitely be joined to a community of believers.

God has a plan and a purpose for every man. Yet, as spiritual men in a secular world, our course is not smooth sailing, but an obstacle course! Over the next 13 days, we look at the spiritual training necessary for the course set before us—whether you're starting out as a new disciple or trying to regain traction as an already faithful follower.

New to relationship with Jesus? Or having doubts about His goodness? This study answers what it means to be in relationship with Christ and focuses on all the promises He has made to us as believers. Learn what He promises and why it is important to reinforce our hearts in times of doubt.

Paul’s letters to the Ephesians reveal God’s amazing love, grace, and purpose for us. They show us how to live out our faith practically, find unity in our communities, and deepen our relationship with Christ. Join us over the next two weeks as we dive into what it means to journey together in faith.

We often associate the word stewardship with money. While it’s true that we’re called to be good stewards of our finances, stewardship certainly doesn’t end with our bank accounts. In this plan, you’ll be challenged to consider the connection between stewardship and commitment, and you’ll be inspired to elevate your relationship with God to the top of your priority list. Each day’s reading includes a brief Scripture passage and relevant devotional.

All our blessings, including money and material possessions, come from God; we are only managers of His blessings. We can express our love and trust for Him in the way that we use what He has given to us.

For most of us, the danger is not that we’ll become bad people who don’t care about things that matter. No, the danger is that we become good people who don’t actually do anything that matters. This 14-Day devotional (from the book, “Doing Things That Matter” by Tim Mannin) will encourage you to dream wildly, live differently, love recklessly, and lead courageously – all practices that matter! doingthingsthatmatter.com

The #Gospel Bible plan breaks down Paul's explanation of the Gospel in his letter to the Romans in a way that is accessible and engaging. Much like the book it originates from, this plan is designed to use current culture and compelling narrative to draw us into a thoughtful conversation about what the Gospel really is, and how it radically alters our everyday lives.

Do you just need a really good rest? When it comes to the subject of rest , it seems that we may have been missing the point. Life is frantic, but it’s not God who is encouraging us to get busy. His desire is to lead us into a life that is productive, fruitful restful. Yet, so often we fight against Him. This devotional plan teaches that rest is ESSENTIAL to your success in life, and that learning to rest can protect, maintain and lengthen whatever God has called you to do!

Let's take a 14-day look through Ephesians to discover who we really are in Christ and the bounty of all He has given to us. As we take steps toward freedom from guilt and insecurity, we will find grace and power in the Holy Spirit to experience His fullness to walk in our passion and purpose.

Have you struggled to know what you have of value to offer as your part in God’s great plan? Ephesians 4:16 says you are a joint that supplies. You have a unique supply, and your gifts are needed in the Body of Christ! In this inspiring 14-day plan, Denise Renner will help you push past the obstacles that are holding you back from being unstoppable for the Kingdom of God.

What did God intend His church to be? The Bible calls it the beautiful, unified bride of Christ. Yet today, denominations and divisions often seem stronger than unity. Still, Jesus promises to build His church, and even the gates of Hades will not prevail. How do we join Him in building this unstoppable church? By following the Master Builder’s design. Ekklesia: God’s Idea of Church is a 14-day devotional exploring God’s blueprint for His eternal church, revealed in His Word. Discover how to build God’s church, God’s way—for all ages, tribes, and tongues.

The Penalty Kill Devotional helps athletes grow in faith by exploring the intersection of hockey and discipleship. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life examples, you’ll discover how to compete with integrity, lead with humility, and live with purpose—on and off the ice. Each day offers a biblical truth and practical challenge to strengthen your relationship with Christ and deepen your impact as a teammate, leader, and follower of Jesus.

The Bible tells us that we receive gifts on the day of our spiritual birth to be used to build up the body of Christ. If we do not use these gifts for the common good of the church, everyone suffers. In Who Me, Gifted?, Michael Youssef unpacks the gifts of the Holy Spirit one by one so that believers everywhere will experience fulfillment, spiritual maturity, and unexpected blessings through these gifts bringing ultimate glory to God.

We all need instructions, even marching orders. God’s provides these instructions through a series of letters that we find in the New Testament. The Basic Training Challenge gives you a starting point to learn about God’s mission for you here on earth. Similar to your basic training, this plan will challenge you to get spiritually fit in God’s Word.

Explore what it means to follow Jesus and live the life He has for us. Following Jesus takes commitment, time, and heart. You’ve got all three. So, buckle up, and let’s have some fun!

We all want to belong, be accepted and know that we are loved. When we place our trust in the Lord and accept Jesus as our Savior, we are adopted into God’s forever family and are called his beloved children. The testimony of Scripture is that we belong—unconditionally. Writer and pastor Nancy Boote shares her experiences as an adoptee in this 15-day series from Words of Hope.

There is more! Through this 15-day devotional, we will adventure together to experience more of His presence and power in our everyday lives. In a world full of distractions and competing agendas, let us focus on Him, hearing His voice, seeking His kingdom, and believing we will experience more of His presence and power.

It’s easy to get caught up in comparison. We compare our thoughts, words, actions, relationships, and even our faith. Chances are, if we’re honest, we’d admit that comparison makes us feel a lot worse. It has the potential to steal our joy, self-image, peace, success, and faith. That’s because comparison is a thief. As we’ll see in this series, we’ll look at the secret to breaking the cycle of comparison.

Your life is shaped by many things - your values, relationships, and the circumstances of your life. But what about God's grace? In the book of Romans, Paul offers advice and encouragement about that grace and how it should shape our lives. In this 16 day series, Jon Opgenorth will take you through Romans 9-16 and think about what a grace-shaped life looks like.

Considered one of the most theologically rich books of the New Testament, Romans is a treatise on the theology of salvation. Beginning with the hopelessness of our sin-filled state, Paul shows how God provides righteousness to His people through Jesus Christ. In Romans, we are reminded that justification does not come from status or moral achievement but from belief in the substitutionary death and glorious resurrection of Jesus Christ.

This plan offers a 16-day journey through the book of Romans, making it ideal for individual and group study.

Daily Discipleship: True Spirituality is a 17-day guided Bible study exploring Romans 12 that will help you develop the habit of being in God's Word every day. Each day, there will be a short, 10-minute video from Chip Ingram. Not only will this help you learn how to study the Bible, but it will also help you make life-changing, authentic spirituality part of your daily practice.

Keeping a spiritual mindset through the holidays might seem impossible when so much of the season has been commercialized, but it’s easier than you might think. By making a few intentional changes to cultivate more peace, as well as viewing the sights and sounds of Christmas through a biblical lens, you too can keep your focus on the real reason for the season—Jesus. By RaeLynn DeAngelis

Jesus-Style Leadership (JSL) offers 80 biblical devotions designed to help young Christian leaders develop a biblical way of leadership that will ensure their leadership calling and gifting is greatly used by God in his kingdom. JSL is all about leading Jesus' way. This final Plan focuses on the need to share the gospel and work in team.