Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 4:8

Salvation is a free gift of God, and we can accept it just by believing that Jesus is the Son of God, who came to earth to die for our sins and rise again. Salvation is for everyone who believes, but is believing enough? Join us as we uncover 4 checks from the Bible to be sure that your salvation is real, and can never be taken away.

In the midst of life’s busyness, we sometimes lose our sense of wonder about who God is. In these devotionals, Pastor Jack Mooring explores five attributes of God—love, joy, holiness, compassion, and faithfulness—to help us “re-image” God in our minds and hearts.

We are often told the Bible is God’s love letter to us, yet we struggle to comprehend the height, width, and depth of the devotion that our eternal God has toward us. How would fully understanding God’s love change the way we behave toward others? How we feel about ourselves? This devotional will help you seek God’s heart to discover how to love God, others, and even yourself.

The heart of Christian friendship is centered around unconditional love, genuine forgiveness, honesty, trust, and mutual respect. This is the foundation of long-lasting relationships, both platonic and dating. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing how to cultivate lasting bonds to nurture and sustain meaningful connections in all areas of your life.

Our words are powerful – and if we’re not careful, our tongues can wreak havoc on the relationships and situations that matter most. In this Bible Reading Plan, you’ll dive into the truths the Bible tells us about our words and discover how to stop tearing down and start building up.

Most of us long for the fairy tale, the “happily ever after,” love everlasting. But then, life happens. Husband-and-wife team Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink have learned that the secret of lasting, in faith and in family life, is choosing to endure together, through the challenges and joys of our lives.

Deep in our souls, we know we were created for more. More than hurried days, rushed conversations, and the never-ending scroll on our phones. This more we long for is greater intimacy with God. And every day, in every way, Jesus reaches out a hand and invites us to experience His abundant life. His kingdom here on Earth. This week’s devotional offers guidance in accepting that beautiful invitation.

Unity is defined as: the state of being united or joined as a whole. God’s desire for your life is to be united with firstly Him, and secondly, other believers. While we are all created differently, we are all created in His image, and He is calling us to join together to do His work here on earth. Will you unite with God and your fellow believers today?

Are you facing a giant in your life right now, something that stares you down and just dares you to try to fight back? In this devotional, Denise Renner explains the weapons that God equips you with so that you can fight back against your giants. By His power you are a giant killer!

Near the end of his life, John was the last of the living apostles and wrote a story about Jesus. It’s his testimony of who Jesus is, what he said, what he did, and who he claimed to be. Jesus has a story. He invites us to make it our story. When we make Jesus’s story our story, we have life in his name. This plan focuses on John 13 and Jesus's prediction of Judas's betrayal, Peter's denial, and Jesus's new commandment to his disciples. It is part of an ongoing series through John.

Our society has become increasingly materialistic, with many Christians falling right in line behind the cash register. This plan looks at some of what the Bible says about wealth. Part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Want to Love You" Series, focusing on knowing and loving Jesus more. These plans can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Want to Love You" (companion prayer) by Thistlebend Ministries.

Self-empowerment and personal development are prevalent concepts in our culture today. Being self-aware, responsible, and knowing your strengths and weaknesses is a plus in life. But, could popular self-affirmations be just far enough from the Truth that believing them could hold you back from living the very best life God has planned for you? Let’s dig into scripture in this 6-day plan by Robin Meadows to see what is revealed.

Now, more than ever, we are faced with everyone’s life as they want it to be seen, and the comparison to our own lives stirs up envy. You do not want this spirit festering in you, but what about the damage envy causes when it is coming against you from another person? In this reading plan, you will discover how to overcome envy, safeguard your heart, and walk in freedom.

Once, a man predicted His own death. He also predicted He’d only be dead for three days. And He was right! Jesus’ death and return to life are the amazing truths of the Easter story. Christians still celebrate the day. But what does it all mean for you? This Bible Plan will help you understand the mysteries and the beauty of Easter!

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.

Do you have a critical spirit? Do you find yourself more prone to comparison than confidence? God has created us to live in the purpose He planned for us and called us to, but we can easily be derailed when we consistently notice the negative. This plan, by Lindsay Few, will help renew your mind with biblical truth and unleash God’s purpose and power in your life!

Your home is not your physical address. Your real home, this side of heaven, is your heart. As a Christian, it’s the most sacred part of your life, where Christ lovingly resides. Contentment is found when Jesus fully occupies every room and holds the keys to your heart. Join me on a journey to transform your heart into a home of comfort, stability, and peace. At home with Him!

Due to the pandemic, the last two years have left many without loved ones, changed an individual’s health, and for some, job loss! Are you looking for a new beginning? If you are, it is time to step out of circumstances and step inside your heart! As we make some positive changes, life can begin anew! Please join me in this 6-day devotional using God’s Word as our guide!

Do you know what love is? People thought they did, but Jesus came and remixed everything! This six-day Bible Plan will help you learn all about Jesus’ remixed love. What’s this remixed love all about? Spoiler: It’s less about what’s in it for you and more about others!

The New Testament books of 1, 2 and 3 John have a recurring theme: love. The author speaks repeatedly of Jesus’s command for believers to love one another. Christian believers should stand apart from the rest of the world, characterized by God’s love. This six-day devotional explores John’s words in his three epistles, offering tangible ways to show God’s love to fellow believers.

When we live anchored in the Lord, we can smile at the future and what is to come. We live from God’s love and freely give that love to others through our kind words, time, and attention. When we intentionally live this way, we walk in abundant life and leave a legacy and blessing for those to come.

Consider this Bible Plan for pre-teens your six days of Christmas. (Because, who has time for all 12?) Get your heart and mind centered around the real meaning of this joyful season. Hint: It’s even better than candy, tinsel, and some guy in a red suit!

In this 6-part devotional, Pastor Dylan Dodson looks at difficult topics that impact all of us, yet can sometimes be hard to talk about in church. This plan will encourage you to be honest about your struggles while finding hope in Jesus.

Jesus commands his people to love one another, and in his high priestly prayer, he asked for unity in the church. What does the Bible mean by love? What does it mean to be one in unity? How does our unity with other believers relate to our union with Christ? In this 6-day devotion, discover what it means to unite in love and grow in communion with God.

God doesn’t just love—you. He is love. And His love for you is deeper, stronger, and more personal than you may have ever realized. This plan will guide you into the life-changing reality of God's personal, passionate love. Whether you’ve heard about God's love your whole life or are just starting to seek Him, this journey will help you move beyond theory into a closer relationship.