Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ephesians 6:17

Hope is a word that Christians and non-Christians use every day. In moments of sadness, grief and loss, hope is the word used to encourage and spur people on. But we know that hope has an eternal meaning. In this plan, together we’ll dive into the understanding of the eternal meaning of hope and how this hope we hold in our hearts has the power to impact a world in search of it.

This five-day reading plan unpacks how temptation relates to sports...and how God's Word teaches us to overcome it in our daily lives.

Most women struggle to accept their bodies and try to fix their appearance with little to no lasting change in their body image. But did you know that a secure attachment to God can improve how we view ourselves? This five-day study from therapist Rachael Gilbert helps us discover an inside-out approach to body image as we grow closer to our loving Creator.

As a mom of young boys, there are days when I feel battle-worn before my workday begins. It can seem like a paradox when Scripture instructs us to put on God's armour and take up His weapons, but also says the battle is His. Join me as we draw insight from God's Word about King Jehoshaphat, the spiritual weapons he used, and how they apply to our lives today.

As long as we do not study the theme of energy, we will not experience the full potential of the Spirit. God does not want to live at a distance from us. He sent His Son to earth to save us from sin. Jesus indicates in His word that He will no longer be physically among us but by His Spirit. In this reading plan, I will teach you how to approach the Spirit in a new way.

Each new day is a gift. What better way to open this never before lived present than by opening your heart to the Lord in prayer. GRACIOUS HEAVENLY FATHER -#2 is the second plan from this collection of morning prayers sure to encourage and inspire while drawing your heart closer to the heart of God.

A 5-day Bible reading plan with practical ways to find joy in Christ regardless of circumstances.

Have you ever wondered if you have faith to obey God? Do you compare your life to others? Have you ever wondered if God is ignoring you? Are you willing to sit with God to find your faith and be grounded in truth? From time to time, we all need a boost of faith. This plan will encourage you and be reminded of God’s faithfulness when you feel faithless.

Moms sometimes find themselves trying to encourage their kids to have patience while their own patience has run out as they await God’s perfect timing. Brooke McGlothlin invites you to consider that patience is getting to know Jesus, loving through the hard, and trusting God with the fight. She suggests prayers to help you seek God’s heart to discover surer ways to have patience with yourself and your children.

Have you ever felt like quitting on the church? So has Natalie Runion, worship leader, songwriter, and teacher. But as Natalie reminds us in this week’s devotional, it’s possible to question behaviors and beliefs we have seen in the church, in religious organizations, and in Christians without quitting Jesus or divorcing the family of God. Jesus is right there with us, in the midst of our wandering and our wondering.

Life is messy! Sometimes we need to own the messiness; sometimes, it is just part of living in a sinful world. God takes the struggles and hardships of this world and redeems them. We need to know this truth that God is faithfully at work as we encounter our world. Join Anne Farnum over the next five days and discover what to do with the ashes you hold.

Watch a fiery baton twirler light up the night, and you'll see a visual of two emotions spinning within us: pride and shame. While they seem opposite, their connection can set our world ablaze. In this Bible study, we'll explore their kinship, how Jesus can extinguish these flames, and lead us towards a life worth rallying behind - a cause for celebration surpassing any homecoming weekend.

“Family” might be the people you lived with growing up or the people you’re living with now. You might imagine the family you want to have someday. Perhaps you call people “family” who aren’t related to you. Whoever they are, they are a part of your life, and praying for them will help build a thriving family.

What does the Bible say about temptation? Discover how to stand firm, stand in the love of God, and walk in freedom! Freedom is when temptations become a training ground—for strengthening us and developing our character. This is PART 4 of the PureHeart Challenge—a 5-Part Bible Plan for men and women on the topic of sexuality and purity.

Memorizing God’s Word cultivates faithfulness and growth in our lives. We don’t memorize Scripture just so we can recite it. Rather, we hide God’s Word in our hearts so that our lives are transformed. Memorizing Scripture deepens our love for God, helps us fight sin, renews our minds, helps us endure suffering, and seasons our speech with grace and truth. Give God your mind and watch Him change your life!

The enemy seeks to steal, kill and destroy. Learn how to recognize his tactics, prepare for battle, and walk confidently with God. All Scripture cited NKJV unless otherwise noted.

What does it look like to remain faithful to God in a difficult environment? Daniel’s story begins when he is taken into captivity as a teenager. He became a refugee in Babylonia under King Nebuchadnezzar, who led the greatest superpower nation that had ever existed. Daniel’s life under Nebuchadnezzar teaches us how to remain faithful in the hardest situations and find joy even in suffering.

Sneakers used to just be used for sports, but now they have become one of the biggest fashion items in the world. From Jordans to Yeezys to luxury brands we see that sneaker culture is exploding. Most of us know someone who would call themselves a sneakerhead. This reading plan will challenge you to think critically about purpose, identity, materialism, and eternity.

Through a lens of sports and Biblical truth, this 5-day reading plan unpacks how God gives us strength and power to live as followers of Jesus.

Jesus does NOT want you to burn out! Feeling overwhelmed, tired, and stressed should not be the new normal! You can feel MUCH better with small, focused interventions in your daily life. This reading plan will set you on a path to practice the kind of self-care that will truly restore your soul.

Renowned Bible study writer Cynthia Heald explores the everyday journey of becoming like Christ. With seasoned guidance from a lifelong faith, she shares the challenges and rewards of embodying Christlikeness, as well as her own stumbling in learning to become like Jesus. This insightful and thought-provoking plan will inspire and encourage you to step into the simple yet powerful ways God molds us into the image of His Son.

As followers of Jesus, we have been set free from the penalty of sin, but we are called to be part of God’s army to set other captives free and defeat the enemy, Satan. In this plan written by James Goll, learn to put on the Armor of God and prepare for victorious battle!

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to strange expectations. It’s a different kind of hope flowing from Christ’s perspective on things. This is the seventh in a series of 5-day plans that uses the Lord’s Prayer to show how Jesus invites us to approach life and the future.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to strange expectations. It’s a different kind of hope flowing from Christ’s perspective on things. This is the eighth and final in a series of 5-day plans that uses the Lord’s Prayer to show how Jesus invites us to approach life and the future.

Motherhood isn’t easy, but thankfully, we do not walk alone. God is our refuge and strength on the difficult days, and He will help us in every moment of motherhood.