Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ephesians 5:17

We all go thru life running on self-effort, and we eventually get to the “pulling out our hair” moments from all that we must deal with daily. However, did you know that our Heavenly Father gave  us a helper? This helper supersedes all our natural abilities and once we get to the point of total dependence life becomes easier- “Would you take the help today?”

Do you ever feel like you don’t enjoy anything because you’re trying to do everything? Multitasking your way through life with your loved ones. . .You’re efficient. But you’re exhausted. You just need a little bit of breathing room. With one surprisingly simple invitation, God offers a way to trade your overwhelming pace for one that will finally bring you peace. This plan will show you how.

As believers we are a part of God’s new humanity, and as a result we are called to walk in distinctiveness. We are called to walk in love, rejecting the idolatry of disordered sexuality. We are called to walk in humility, rejecting the idolatry of power. Walking in integrity, we reject the idolatry of success. And rejecting the power of greed, we are called to walk in simplicity. 

Of all the apostles, Paul’s conversion/calling story was arguably the most notable and miraculous, his assignment to take the Gospel to the Gentiles the most unique, and the tangible results of his obedience the most impressive by human standards. Even so, Paul did not operate as a lone wolf, set apart from the pack and self-sufficient. On the contrary, this hero of the Christian faith understood the essential role his brothers and sisters played in his life and stayed connected to them even when his assignment to preach and live truth called him away for long stretches of time. 

Christ in you is the hope of glory. Are you living more out of your old, dead nature or your new nature and identity in Christ? Have you drifted away from Jesus? To come back into being a wholly surrendered follower of Christ, we are called to die daily! When you hear the call, how do you respond?

A 5 day Bible Plan to help you unleash and embrace your God given creativity.

With so many voices present in our lives on a daily basis, it can become difficult to decipher whose voice we are actually hearing. We have to learn to silence any voice that speaks contrary to the voice of God. In this plan we will explore different voices that often arise in our lives and how to combat it with the words of God.

Your decisions determine the direction and quality of your life. While nobody plans to complicate their life with bad decisions, far too many people have no plan to make good decisions. In this five-day reading plan, you'll discover five game-changing questions to ask every time you make a decision.

Anyone can start something, but to carry it out to completion? For your whole life? That’s a whole different matter. But, what if you could? What if the Bible offered insights and encouragement for moving you on toward finishing well? Take a look with Cheri Strange in this 5-Day reading plan.

You’ll develop the spiritual and practical focus necessary to achieve your weight loss goals by learning how to plan properly. You’ll discover the planning tools that every successful goal-getter must have to accomplish all that God has for you. We will be focusing on your health goals, but it will spill over into all other areas of your life.

Are you influencing your social circle to level up in their pursuit of Christ? Friendships can have a distinctive influence on our lives: our activities, our mentality and even our relationship with Jesus. God has a divine design and purpose for you to impact the lives of those you call friends.

Do you ever wish you could stop and just take a minute? Most people do. Yet, the idea of taking a pause in our busy lives seems impossible. What we need in our lives is the missing element of white space—short periods of open, unscheduled time that, when recaptured, can change everything. This 5-day plan will guide you on the path to recovering that white space in your life.

We all know our mission is to bring glory to God. But do we also understand that it is our mission as followers of Christ to “enjoy Him … forever?” When was the last time you simply enjoyed God? Let's interact with our King over the next few days and let Him teach us how to grasp the moment with Him.

So many of us struggle with our phones and other various devices. The younger generation is known for it, but the truth is, pretty much everyone is obsessed with what takes place on the little screens. Why is this? What effect does it have on our lives? Is it actually bad?

We’re living in the Age of Overload! Constantly taking on more and more - filling our schedules, calendars, and to-do lists. This causes our greatest assets to quickly deteriorate into liabilities. They get twisted and actually start to work against us. We need the wisdom of Scripture to guide us. This 5-day plan will help us recognize four key assets and show us how they can get off track.

In these devotions, Pastor Danny Forshee helps answer a question that every Christian asks: “What is God’s will for me?” God has an amazing plan for every follower of Jesus. Living in the center of God’s will for your life is living life in the sweet spot! Enjoy these very practical and helpful principles as you discover the will of God for your life.

Are you a people-pleaser? Learn how to break the pattern of people-pleasing and confidently live your life. This 5-day devotional is based on the Bible study When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable by Karen Ehman.

We’re Dino and Ashley Petrone, and we have a passion for healthy, God-centered marriages. We pray that by sharing our own experiences of confronting our failures, seeking after the future, and being intentional, we can encourage others by suggesting ways to move forward with a God-centered marriage.

The 'Woman Up' AVAIL YouVersion plan was created by Lori Champion to help women who are discovering their leadership voice and for the men who value them. Through biblical examples of women in leadership, women following God, and women in the church; Lori equips readers with confidence and clarity regarding their roles and ability to make an impact for Christ.

Your identity (who you are) is established upon the qualities, personality, beliefs, and traits that form the foundation of who you are and what you do. Our identity and security in Christ are essential as Christians. That you ‘know’ who you are, and that knowledge impacts your entire life. This devotional is a walk through the book of Ephesians.

Uncertainty & Doubt is part 2 of 3 looking at the intersection of faith & culture. It’s hard to live out our faith in a world where the Christian life seems to be counter to the culture we live in. But together we can help one another navigate those challenging situations where the people we’re seeking to minister to may not understand or may think we are just plain weird.

How do you know when the rewards outweigh the risks? A life well-lived and pleasing to God is one characterized by both faith—which by its nature requires risk—and wise restraint. In this five-day reading plan, David Ashcraft, pastor of a large and influential church, and Rob Skacel, licensed psychologist and business leader, encourage readers to embrace risk and to live their lives to the fullest potential.

Building friendships as adults can be challenging. Past hurts, rejections, and failures can cause us to feel insecure and alone. Still, the yearning for relationships remains. What’s a woman to do? In this plan, Cheri Strange, mom to six daughters, author, encourager to women, and Ph.D., shares five faith-building principles for cultivating the courage to experience the biblical model of friendship for which you long.

This video series walks through the Bible book of Ephesians and teaches about God's grace, spiritual maturity, and Christian living.

Life is hard. This 5-Day Devotional will help you to apply God’s Word to some of life’s toughest moments. Don’t give up, hang on! God will help you survive this battle. Let’s explore how…