Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Peter 1:4

Missionaries, pastors, and the average Christian will encounter suffering in their lives and the lives of those they love and serve. This devotion is designed to look at real-life stories illustrating how God uses suffering to teach, guide and mold us to be more like Jesus. By God’s grace, we can glorify God as we embrace suffering in our lives, knowing that Jesus willingly laid down His life for us.

A very divided world needs a unified Church. But with all the chaos around us, how can we as Christians respond? In this 6-day Bible Plan accompanying Pastor Craig’s message series, In God We Trust, we’ll discover how we can bring people together and find unshakable hope.

Have you decided to walk in obedience to God, or do you think you debate His every command? You will often face a crisis of belief as you choose to obey, and each time you will change and be more conformed to God’s image. If you give God your YES, God will lead you into His plan for your life and give you the power to do it.

Hope is more than wishing for something. Hope inspires action. The kind of hope you’ll learn about in this Bible Plan is different from just wishing. This kind of hope is your best hope—it’s a living hope! This hope is anchored to the unchanging love and faithfulness of Jesus. Start this six-day Bible Plan today and fill yourself with the very best hope.

When we first met Peter in the Gospels, he was a brand-new Christ-follower. Now, years later, his life has been changed by grace. He has much to say about doctrine, his own trials, and the work of the Holy Spirit. He encourages believers to persevere and hope in Christ’s resurrection. These six lessons through 1 Peter are part of THRU the BIBLE’s trusted study through the whole Word of God.

Jesus’ sacrifice made a way for us to have a relationship with God. His resurrection conquered death so that we may have eternal life with God. His life transformed ours. This is part three of a three-part series in which we pray you will be able to rejoice in the grace and mercy bestowed upon you through Jesus Christ and that your passion for Him will be renewed and strengthened.

The day you marry, you never consider that the life you’re building could be destroyed. The ruins left are a reminder of what you’ve been through. God uses everything for your good. He intends to rebuild your broken places. Over the next six days, you’ll find God’s restoring H.O.P.E. after divorce. You’ll be encouraged, validated, yet challenged to seek healing while God does the hard work of rebuilding ruins.

Author Louisa May Alcott wrote, “Every house needs a grandmother in it,” so does every Christian life. Followers of Jesus need the love and real-world wisdom that a Grandma can offer. In this reading plan, Grandma Diana offers you wisdom for your first steps in this journey of following Jesus… wisdom gained over the course of her own 50-year journey with Jesus.

We can all be tempted to hide the truth about ourselves, or change our true identity, to get ahead in life. In this six-day plan, Ken Costa explores the far-from-perfect life of Jacob, who wrestled with God to discover his true identity. When we’re brave enough to stop deceiving ourselves and others, we’re free to know God, know ourselves, and be who He created us to be.

Many people struggle with the question: How can I be sure I am saved? This 7-day study will help you to understand what Jesus came to do for you and why you can be sure.

In this reading plan, we will learn more about God’s provision and preparation in difficult times with Bible verses from the letter of Peter (N.I.V.) and stories from the life of Corrie ten Boom and her family. One of the keys is to allow God to use what happened in the past for the present and for the future.

Some of us doubt our place in God’s family because we feel weak or struggle with the same sin year after year, but that doesn’t deny the evidence of true faith. Do you regret your sin? Do you believe Jesus died for you too? Then take heart! You have been born again!

Setting priorities is an essential step for becoming a fully devoted follower of Christ. Oswald Chambers, a famous theologian, once said "The busyness of things obscures our concentration on God ... Never let a hurried lifestyle disturb the relationship of abiding in Him. This is an easy thing to allow, but we must guard against it." Let’s talk about abiding in God.

The end times don’t have to be confusing or scary. God’s Word gives us real answers and lasting hope. This plan will help you understand what’s coming and how to live with purpose and peace right now. Jesus is coming again. Let’s be ready.

Do you ever feel uncomfortable or insecure being around friends who are suffering? With grace and practical advice, the late Kara Tippetts (author of bestseller The Hardest Peace) and good friend Jill share their journey through Kara's cancer and explore the beauty of just showing up. Taken from their book Just Show Up: The Dance of Walking Through Suffering Together.

2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that “God has not given us a spirit of fear.” A powerful truth, but not one that is easy to walk in. Sometimes it seems like fear is stalking us, just waiting to take control of our lives. We don’t have to live this way. This week-long devotional from Seacoast Church will encourage you to stand firm in the face of fear. Through God’s power and his promises to us, we can learn what it means to be Fearless.

NCC Worship comes out of National Community Church in the Washington D.C. area. Their modern rendition of “Christ The Lord Is Risen Today” is not only a great song for Easter, but a great message to study and use in our daily lives. Through scripture, we can find out what the resurrection of Christ truly means for us as Christians. This 7-day devotional walk is a helpful guide through the Easter season as we remember what Christ sacrificed for us and celebrate the life that He has given.

Is it wrong to want to be radiant? What if the desire isn’t simply a sinful quest of vanity, but a God-instilled hunger to reflect His definition of beauty: joy in God. Could people recognize your joy by gazing into your face? Or has your joy gone missing? In this seven day plan, discover how your joy can be restored, even in difficult situations, by learning to fight for radiance.

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.

Trust is the most valuable commodity of the human heart. Without trust, there can’t be love. Without trust, there can’t be faith. Without trust, our lives will be marked by our own strength, rather than God’s presence and power. In this 7-day plan, you’ll discover God’s faithfulness, and be equipped to place your trust in God, that your life would be filled with his goodness. 

The Lord who created your husband, knows him and loves him fiercely . Use these daily scriptures and guided prayers to pray over your spouse with intention and purpose. As you do so, you will move from uncertainty to confidence as you devote yourself to daily conversation with the Lord. 

We all have a sense that prayer is important, but few of us are actually taught to pray. What does it mean to pray? How does one do it? Prayer shows up in stories and letters as a vital practice, but how do we actual do it well? This seven day plan will help you understand what prayer is and how to engage with this life-changing practice.

The Messy Table is an ordinary space for real women, imperfect stories, and the God who’s at work in our mess. This 7-Day Bible Plan complements episodes from The Messy Table Podcast and includes inspiring stories, powerful scriptures, and table questions for personal reflection + discussion. Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and join us!

James 2:26 tells us, “Faith apart from works is dead.” If we are going to experience the fullness of life offered to us through our faith we must be those who put our words into action. We must not profess to love God on Sundays and live as if he isn’t present, real, or good on Monday. May your faith come alive this week as you seek to be a doer of the word.

Weakness does not disqualify you from inclusion in the kingdom of God—instead, it is your invitation to enter. Our week together of studying God’s Word will also serve as a personal exploration of what it means to be “poor in spirit.” I believe that sharing vulnerability in a safe place allows communion to happen and hope to grow again. What if weakness is one of our greatest strengths?