Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Colossians 3:15

How can we clearly distinguish God’s voice? By creating a culture of wisdom and faith as a safe place for developing spiritual discernment and receiving God’s revelation. Foundational elements include: (1) authentic faith, (2) Godly core values, (3) walking in Christ’s authority, (4) walking in community, and (5) powerful proclamations. Ultimately, God’s revelation transforms us so we can embody Christ to the world. The holy progression is relationship, revelation, incarnation.

Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent—a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal when Christians are invited to prepare themselves for the celebration of the Lord’s resurrection. Throughout the forty weekdays and six Sundays in Lent, pray and reflect on God’s renewing power.

Peace. Your heart longs for it, but the world tends to suck it right out of you. Does peace elude you in your to-do lists, work deadlines, busy-ness? Janelle and Lori each share personal stories of how God taught them about embracing God-given peace, even when life doesn’t feel very peaceful. Take a few minutes of each day to bask in the Peace only Jesus can give.

When the Bible is confusing, Through the Word explains it with clear, concise audio guides for every chapter. Here in Colossians, Kris Langham guides us as we learn who Jesus is and how to follow Him today. We’ll also get great insight on God’s directions for marriage and work, and what it means to be remade in His image. Plus the Bible’s antidote to weird Christianity! Welcome to Colossians Explained.

Every day we are confronted with fear. From financial stability to a global pandemic, fear is experienced more often than we’d like to admit. However, what if the very situations that present the most fear in our lives also hold the potential to build our deepest faith. In this devotional, not only does Adam Smallcombe presents a Scriptural view of faith but also reveals how to choose faith amidst fear.

How is it possible that racism and inequity ravage our culture? Look at the sheer number of churches. There are approximately over 300,000 churches in America. That’s 300,000 sermons, worship services and gatherings week to week. But why aren’t we witnessing more impact in the culture? In this 4-day reading plan, Dr. Tony Evans will discuss the true church and how it can impact our culture for good.

In Mark 12, Jesus said that all the commandments rest on these two: loving God and loving others. In this 7-day plan, explore these basic building blocks critical for your life in Christ.

In this seven-day devotional, we'll explore the power of thanksgiving. Learn about the benefits of living with an attitude of gratitude toward the One who is supremely worthy of your gratitude, and discover how you can walk in thankfulness even in the midst of difficulty.

We all want to live purposeful, meaningful lives. But how do we know how to invest our limited time and energy here on earth? Maybe the answer is less complicated than we think. In this 6-day Bible Plan, we’ll look at some everyday examples to discover how to live more fulfilling, honorable lives.

What if we don’t have to wait until we’re at our breaking point to address what’s broken in our lives? Just as we invest in cleaning our homes, it’s time to invite the Holy Spirit to deep clean our hearts. In this 7-day Bible Plan, we’ll discover how to let go of the emotional baggage that holds us back and weighs us down.

For those who enjoyed the Bible plan “Conversations with God,” this plan explores seven more exciting avenues of practical prayer. Each day is a stand-alone immersion in a specific way to enjoy the voice of God—prayer. To converse with God and to fellowship with Him is the core of privilege of every Christ follower.

This 7-day devotional is for anyone who has struggled with wayward family members. Do you walk a tightrope between living your life faithfully and coping with difficult family members in a way that is pleasing to God? Every family has a struggle or two with hurt and dysfunction. May this plan help to guide you as you strive to relate to misguided family members.

Are you someone who loves makeover shows? It is amazing to see how the right clothing can cause radical transformation. In biblical times, people were transformed into kings and priests by wearing royal colors of blue, purple, and scarlet. This Plan will explore how Jesus’ anointing as High Priest and King on Good Friday changes our everyday lives.

We often hear the phrase: God is present and works through unity, but what does God want us to do? Through this devotional series, "Walking with Jesus," about unity, we will learn how to apply and understand the Lord's blessing for His children, who live in unity in all aspects of their lives.

What makes a real man? It doesn’t have to do with winning weight-lifting contests or having lots of dates or—this one might surprise you—knowing how to barbeque. Instead, the world is yearning for men who show up. In this refreshingly honest look at God’s calling to men of all interests and backgrounds, Brant Hansen explains what Biblical manhood looks like—and why becoming a real man matters so much.

No dad wants to get angry. We want to raise our kids well, but fatherhood has its share of “anger land mines!” When we’re not on our guard, sometimes the smallest misstep can cause us to explode into anger. If you’re a dad who aims to overcome anger, this seven-day devotional will help you live a life of peace and joy. You can be an anger free dad—in Christ.

Being human is hard. Being in relationships with other humans is even harder. Whether navigating political or religious differences, dealing with toxic people or our own unforgiveness, how do we handle the struggles no one really wants to talk about? Come Sit with Me will show how you can grow closer to God and others through the circumstances you’d rather run from. Discover the hope and freedom that comes when you learn to delight in your differences, love through your disagreements, and even live with discomfort.

Every Christmas, we come upon songs and phrases that we have perhaps grown too familiar with. Navaz DCruz takes us through a reflection on the phrase "Peace on Earth" this Advent season.

Following Jesus is about more than doing the right things—instead, He wants to use us to reflect His love for people in the way we live our lives. As we become more like Him, we’ll find a relationship with God that’s better than we could ever imagine. This 7-Day Bible Plan shows you essential spiritual practices to become more like Jesus.

Frustrated with family or close friends? Feel like you're the only one doing the right thing? Does anger sometimes get the best of you? Does God feel distant? Forgiveness is probably not your go-to answer. In this 7-day plan by Michael Snuffer, learn how hidden resentment erodes our wellbeing, and unpack surprising truths about biblical forgiveness.

We are going to find what it means to live for Jesus in a distracted world. This world is running at a hundred miles per hour, and we have more information in our hands than we can handle. Is that the nature of this modern world? How do we slow down in such a fast-paced environment? Psalm 27:4 has the answer – ONE THING, with Ps Andrew Cartledge.

A Pastor’s wife is called to support and encourage her husband, prioritizing her relationships with God, family, and others to keep the family healthy; being careful not to allow the busyness of daily culture to confuse her in the role God has entrusted her with. Expectations and needs of family and church may pull her in different directions, but one thing is always consistent, God’s love for her endures forever.

There are limitless tasks, responsibilities, and distractions competing for our limited attention. So how do we resist the urge to be busy all the time? Let’s spend the next seven days focusing on ways to prioritize our time and energy around what matters most.

Are you becoming someone you don't recognize? After years of managing the weight of the household, saying hard goodbyes, and enduring the trials of military life, it's no wonder you're exhausted, military wife. You weren't meant to carry it alone. In this seven-day journey through the heart of a military wife, you'll refresh your tired bones as you reorient your heart to reflect God's goodness and love.

Feeling caught in life's storms? Major changes in life can bring anxiety, but the Bible offers encouragement for times of stress and struggle. Using the metaphor of a hurricane, this series gives direction and hope through God’s Word for the storms of life. Build your life on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ and trust his promises to help you prepare, persevere, and recover through any challenge.