Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ruth 1

We’re all part of God’s global community, whether it’s in your neighborhood or across the world. Be inspired as you discover the stories and impact of people in the Bible who embraced their cross-cultural community, even when they were in danger or enslaved! 

You may think you've reached your limits, but God has destined you to rise higher. In his new book, Joel will help you to break through your boundaries, push aside your past and experience next-level victory, favor and abundance.

With so many challenges people face daily, sadly giving up is a widely considered option. When individuals trust God and know without a doubt that their redeemer lives their confident Resilience in Christ is ignited with faith that God’s promises will not return void no matter the circumstance. In the Resilience Bible plan readers will discover that when one stands with God, God is always standing with them.

Emotions—love them or hate them—we’ve all got them. And we’ve all got to figure out what to do with them. But wait. Can we do anything about emotions? Can we learn how to identify, express, experience—and yes, sometimes wrangle—our feelings in order to live a vibrant, healthy life for Jesus? These devotions will equip you with the Biblical perspectives and practical tools you need to thrive.

Perhaps one of the most impressive short stories of all time, the book of Ruth is an account of God’s redeeming love. The book of Ruth is a fantastic story of how God uses the lives of ordinary people to work His sovereign will. With beautiful allegories of Christ’s love and sacrifice for His people, we are shown the lengths God goes to redeem His children.

This devotional explores how God used friendships to fulfill His plans, offer support, and teach His people valuable lessons. By reflecting on these biblical examples, you will gain insight into the divine purpose of friendships in your own life.

Discover God's transformative power in the seemingly mundane life of this courageous, Biblical woman whose faithful submission, despite a life filled with setbacks, temptations and all odds stacked against her, leads to a legacy.

How often when life goes through seasons of difficulties and trials, we conclude that God is silent or absent. Yet, God not only works out his grand purposes of redemption but also cares about each one of us. Enjoy reading God's word and seeing Christ shine as our great Redeemer.

Quiet Waters is a series of nine inspirational Bible reading notes with activities for families, produced by Scripture Union movements from across English-speaking Africa. Based on Psalm 23, this series has global implications as it offers reflections to a world facing an uncertain future in the wake of COVID-19.

The battle is real. It’s in our communities, our homes, and our hearts. It’s everywhere around us. As mothers, we are we down in the trenches and fighting on the frontlines--facing our enemy head on. But the good news is that God has given us every necessary weapon to fight each battle, and we never step onto the battlefield alone. He goes before us and is with us every step of the way. Join us as we learn from warrior women in the bible in a journey to be warriors!

Are you hungry for God to move in your life? Finding Our Muchness by Dr. Kim Maas will encourage and challenge women to find their muchness, God-given strength, wisdom, and courage, that sometimes gets lost in the confusion and difficulties of life. It’s time to get back what’s missing––power and confidence.

Ever doubt God could use you—with your shortcomings, failures, and busy schedule? Whatever the obstacles, do you wonder if you can do anything big for His Kingdom? There is good news: God specializes in the unlikely! Scripture offers ample examples of unlikely fighters—people God used in huge ways, despite (or even because of!) their imperfections. Meet 10 unlikely fighters, and discover how the Lord can use you to do mighty things.

To get started with reading the Bible, you’ll read samples of various kinds of literature from both the Old and New Testaments. From the Old Testament, you’ll read two short Hebrew narratives--Ruth and Jonah. From the New Testament, you’ll read three short letters: Philemon, 1 John, and 1 Peter. This ten-day plan, will help you get a grasp on how the Bible communicates and how to understand it.

To get started with reading the Bible, you’ll read samples of various kinds of literature from both the Old and New Testaments. From the Old Testament, you’ll read two short Hebrew narratives--Ruth and Jonah. From the New Testament, you’ll read three short letters: Philemon, 1 John, and 1 Peter. This ten-day plan, will help you get a grasp on how the Bible communicates and how to understand it.

Explore the lives of 11 remarkable women in the Bible who left a spiritual legacy and impact on their families, communities, and nation.

From start to finish, scripture has examples of what mentorship looks like. Unsurprisingly – because the Bible is always straightforward and honest, often uncomfortably honest - we find a wide cross-section of examples ranging from the exceptionally abusive mentorship, (which we should strictly avoid), to the outstandingly fruitful, (for us to learn from and follow). Jump in and learn with us from the leading examples from scripture about good and bad mentorship in this 13 day plan!

Dive deeper. Swim farther. This 14 day reading plan for teens helps take your spirituality to the next level. You will have the opportunity to dive into God's Word and be challenged through daily devotionals along the way.

What drives you to live beyond yourself, to embrace Jesus’ commission to make disciples of all nations? Jesus reached beyond His own people and calls His followers to do the same. These Bible stories will engage you in God’s vision and reveal what Michael Jordan, an Israelite servant girl, a Samaritan leper and others teach us about our own mission—and being compelled by Christ’s love.

Enduring Hope is a six-week Bible study on building lives of hope. As we study what Scripture says about hope and how to live with hope, we will discover the incredible promises of God and His unending love that guides and strengthens us through seasons of suffering.

Dive into the remarkable stories of women in the Bible who faced adversity, embraced faith, and triumphed as living examples of resilience and purpose.This 15-day devotional is designed to inspire and empower you to walk boldly in your God-given identity, just as these extraordinary women did. This devotional isn’t just about reading their stories—it’s about stepping into your own. When women thrive, we all elevate. Say “bye-bye” to imposter syndrome and “hello” to a thriving life!

Have you ever wished for a Bible study that could take you beyond surface-level reading? If so, get ready for our journey through Judges & Ruth! You'll get to immerse yourself in Scripture (by looking at key terms and ideas), explore what's behind it (by learning historical-cultural background), and also discover its impact by considering its implications, not only for you, but for the global church. Let's dive in!

We often trace our history to unlock knowledge about ourselves and gain wisdom to move forward. The divine nature of Jesus certainly adds a one-of-a-kind dynamic to understanding His genealogy. Still, there is wisdom, depth, and importance to be gained in learning about the men and women God ordained as part of the family of Jesus.

The story of Ruth stands as a story of redemption. Coming from tragedy and as a foreign woman, Ruth is the last person we might expect to see the goodness of God. She becomes a key figure in the story of the Bible and the great-grandmother of King David himself!

What is the overarching story of the Bible? What is God doing in the world? Take the next 30 days to walk through the story of God as revealed in the Scriptures.

Eve and Mary may be the most well-known in Scripture, but the Bible is chock-full of women with rich character, bold faith, and powerful testimonies. Join us as we briefly study 30 “Women of the Bible” and learn about the ways God used them, sustained them, emboldened them, and provided for them. Women have been a part of God’s plan from the Garden of Eden until the present day. We pray your faith is encouraged and strengthened by spending some time getting to know these women’s accounts.