Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 16:12

If you’ve ever found yourself in darkness due to grief, depression, or loss, Mandisa’s words will reassure you that even when you’re walking through dark valleys, God will lead you on a path to joy and hope. This plan will encourage you to focus on God’s purpose for your life, surround yourself with friends who will fight for you, and face life’s challenges with courage and faith.

How do we fight anxiety, uncertainty, loss, grief and isolation? Are you feeling equipped and FIT for the battles you are facing? Where is your strength coming from? This Bible reading plan will help us find answers to these questions, inspired by the life of one of the best-known warrior kings of the Bible, David.

A series by Heidi Wysman. David is one of the most referenced people in the Bible with sixty-six chapters dedicated to him. By studying David’s life, we discover that God is writing the story of our salvation. We may feel like we have very little to offer God, but that’s based on our limited perspective. When God calls, He empowers us.

Discover how you can let the confidence of your life trust in your GOD! Forget about the people, relationships, the job, world news, current affairs, and all the things that seem to slip away from our control. David says, "My soul trusts in you.... For my soul is among the lions (the Godly), and I lie among the men on fire (the prophets)..." and he strengthened himself in the lord when everyone was against him. He always went with the purposes that God put in him rather than the thoughts and strategies that the people tried to push on him. He never let the circumstances affect him, he was a man whose soul trusted in HIM!

David was a humble shepherd who God chose to be king. We can learn three things about God from David’s life: God can use anyone, God can forgive anyone who repents of their sins, and God should be worshipped by everyone. Through it all, David was a man after God’s own heart.

What does a life of servanthood look like? Scripture identifies five prominent traits—humility, obedience, sacrifice, trust, and devotion—found in biblical leaders who exemplified faithful servanthood. This devotional plan examines the lives of Old and New Testament characters whom God identified as his servants. Be encouraged by their lives as you pursue servanthood and seek to serve God and others in your life.

Whether you were in a board room, classroom, or sitting around your kitchen table, you have probably experienced a moment where someone has said the right thing at the right time and it reminded you of who you are, and why you’re here. These powerful moments can change your life in an instant and set you on a trajectory toward’s God’s purpose for your life… These are Game-Changing moments.

Life is messy, unpredictable, painful, sloppy, emotional, slippery, and oftentimes unbearable, with hard places we could never have fathomed when we started this journey. But God is not surprised by our slipups and screwups. Each day we are given the opportunity to live with meaning and significance as we acknowledge our struggles and then surrender them to Jesus.

This 5-day plan from Pastor Mike Signorelli explores breaking free from toxic family patterns through biblical wisdom on spiritual roots behind difficult relationships. Gain insights on rising above dysfunction for your God-given purpose. Though you didn't choose your family, God did, and He can use you to end generational trauma.

How can the fruit of the spirit win the battle against the sins of my flesh? This five-day reading plan shows the battles of LOVE versus selfishness, judgemental attitudes, hatred, self justification and spiritual vanity. Kristi Krauss uses the fruit of the spirit found in Galatians 5 as a guide to spur us into action to become champions of LOVE in our daily lives.

If you’re like many women, you struggle sometimes with FOMO: the fear of missing out. The problem is, we can become so busy trying to create a life worth living that we miss out on the moment God has placed right in front of us. It’s time for us to embrace where God has us today. It’s time to embrace NOW over NEXT.

In today’s crazy, uncertain world, we long for a place of peace and safety. This week’s reading plan explores several of David’s psalms, reminding us of God’s presence with us as Shepherd, Defender, Provider, Comforter, and Guide. Even when David faced physical battles, times of sorrow, inner fears, and his own sin, he turned to God in humility, wonder, and faith—and found there a true refuge.

Do you find yourself living as if you could earn God’s love or fear you could lose it? Scripture tells a different story: God’s love is impartial. It’s not based on your past, position, or power—it’s grounded in His unchanging character. This devotional by Oghosa Iyamu traces the often-overlooked attribute of God’s impartial love throughout the biblical narrative, inviting you to receive and reflect this kind of love.

When we are tempted to believe lies about ourselves—that we lack value, we aren’t skilled or experienced, we’re too weak to make a difference, God has no use for us—it is wise to counter them with the promises of God’s Word: that He loves, cherishes, and has a vital role for each of us in His plans. Let’s look at five ways to replace those lies with truth.

When we are tempted to believe lies about ourselves—that we lack value, we aren’t skilled or experienced, we’re too weak to make a difference, God has no use for us—it is wise to counter them with the promises of God’s Word: that He loves, cherishes, and has a vital role for each of us in His plans. Let’s look at five ways to replace those lies with truth.

What would David, Moses, Daniel, Peter, Ruth, and Jesus have to say to Millennials and/or Gen Z-ers? Find out in this 6-day Bible Plan as we offer up some atypical advice from well-known biblical stories.

What is one giant in your life? Give it to the Lord and trust that, in His timing and in His power, that giant in your life will fall. Victory is in the Lord!

Your purpose is the assignment God has designed you to accomplish – the problem on Earth you were sent to solve. But perhaps you’ve no idea how to begin walking out that purpose. Exploring the lives of Jeremiah and David in this six-day plan, Damilola Mike-Bamiloye assures you that you’re not too young to discover your purpose or start serving God with whatever tools you have in your hands.

The Bible is full of stories of real people who felt stuck, scared, and uncertain – just like how you might feel right now. There’s much we can learn from their journeys.

Anointing in scripture is a powerful symbol of the work of the Holy Spirit. There are five things you must have in your life for the anointing of the Lord to be present. Each is critical to take your walk with God to the next level. In this plan, you'll discover what these ingredients are and how to develop them in your life.

Eliminating Excuses is a six-day devotional by Chris Mendez, pastor of Hillsong Latin America. This devotional is designed to give you hope in the midst of challenging and difficult times.

Despite all the world’s connectivity and social media, studies reveal that isolation and loneliness have become an epidemic. Moreover, we can believe that we are invisible even to God. This devotional centers around four “invisibles” that were visible to God and the lessons we learn from them when we feel invisible and forgotten.

According to the Bible, our existence consists of three parts: spirit, soul, and body. Or not? Because: where is the heart in this? And why is this so important? My name is Daryl Jay Kyle, singer and songwriter. I would like to dive deeper into the importance of the heart, yours and mine.

This devotional explains 'Who is Jesus?' by exploring the seven “I Am” statements Jesus makes of himself in the book of John: “I am the bread of life,” “I am the way,” “truth and life,” and more. It unpacks these statements and examines what they mean for us as Christians today.

To the humble, God will give what He will take from the proud. Pride will always take away your ability to speak the truth. When we truly love, everything—yes, really everything—will serve the good of us and others! Your humility shows God: I’m ready for more. Don’t be TOO humble—always let yourself be guided by the Holy Spirit. Letting go of control means: allowing God to intervene!