Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:3

The Secrets of Your Identity Illustrations
5 Days
Our world is obsessed with identity. From political affiliation to ancestral background, everyone is desperate to know who and what they are. As Christians, our identities are grounded in Jesus Christ. In this 5-day reading plan, we will walk through five analogistic identities that Jesus Himself compared us with: the soldier, the athlete, the shepherd, the farmer, and the wife (the bride).

Retrieved for Purpose: "Restoring Hope in the Hopeless"
5 Days
"Retrieved for Purpose" is a 5-day plan focused on God's unlimited ability to restore what was lost. Each day emphasizes redemption, restoration, and divine purpose, reminding us that no matter how far we've fallen, God's grace reaches us and realigns us with His plans and purpose. This plan infuses hope by encouraging believers to embrace God's power to redeem and repurpose their lives. Regardless of the depths from which they may have fallen, nothing is beyond His ability to renew and transform.

Get Your Spirit Back
5 Days
How much freer and more confident would you be if you didn’t self-edit, self-filter, or self-argue at every turn? How would your life unfold if you really believed—in mind, heart, and body—that almighty God loves you and has called you to this amazing life? This devotional is a biblically rich guide to getting your spirit back.

Becoming a Biblical Leader
5 Days
Embrace a 5-day study to help you align your leadership with biblical principles, exploring God's call on your life with honesty, humility, and a Christ-like character. Each day offers practical insights and reflections to help you grow into the leader you’re meant to be.

The Outcome of Obedience
5 Days
This 5-day Bible plan explores the journey of obedience through the story of Abraham, highlighting its cost, purpose, challenges, and blessings. Join A. Margot Blair and discover how radical obedience to God deepens your faith, aligns you with His will, and unlocks His promises in your life.

The Resilient Family: Strengthening Faith Through Life's Challenges
5 Days
In this 5-day plan, discover how your family can thrive through adversity, building strength, perseverance, and faith along the way. Explore biblical insights, practical steps, and reflective questions that will help your family embrace resilience, navigate tough times, and inspire others. Learn how to turn challenges into opportunities for growth and unleash your family's full potential to impact the world around you.

The Gratitude Muscle! A 5 Day Challenge
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Ever felt thankful at Thanksgiving but wondered why that feeling didn't last long? Perhaps, you need a new way to think about gratitude and a new approach to practicing it. In this plan and 5 day challenge, you'll learn how to exercise your gratitude muscle, especially in moments when you're struggling to thank God or feel joyful.

Heart for the Mission
5 Days
This 5-day devotional explores how we can live a life of faith and mission as we reflect on the nature and character of God. Written by the team at Hillsong Canada.

Running Your Race on Cold Windy Days
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Overcoming the hurdle of dry and dusty, distracted days is our topic for this study. These “blah” times come to all believers often causing discouragement and doubts, We will use scripture to assure them that they are not weird or lost but just in a trial or test that God is using to prepare them for something He will work for good in their lives.

I Choose Gratitude: A 5-Day Plan on Being Grateful When Life Is Tough
5 Days
This plan is for you if you need encouragement during a challenging season. We understand that trials and tribulations are inevitable, but how we handle them significantly impacts the outcome and our mental health. This plan features inspirational stories of individuals who chose gratitude in tough times. They found hope and guidance in scripture and discovered peace amidst their struggles.

Advent: I Love Christmas
5 Days
Celebrating Christmas is a tradition many of us look forward to all year. We play music, decorate trees, and throw parties all through December. This Advent reading plan aims to help in those celebrations by exploring the themes of the Christmas story. This plan can be read with friends or as a family (kids too!). Use the “Application Questions” for groups to center the conversation on Jesus. And, for families, use “Next Steps”, to find creative ways to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

From Humbug to Hallelujah: A 5-Day Christmas Transformation
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The holiday season often brings a whirlwind of busyness, family complexities, and even loneliness that can pull us away from the love of Jesus. From Humbug to Hallelujah uses the timeless story of A Christmas Carol to explore these challenges and point us to the hope and truth of the Bible. In just five days, this devotional will resettle your heart on Christ during one of the year’s busiest times.

God's Promises in Painful Times
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Too often, we turn to things of this world to take away our pain – things that leave us unsatisfied and hurt. But God promises to be an ever-present comforter in our hardest times. In this 5-day Bible Reading Plan, you’ll discover the promises of God in the Bible that can comfort and encourage you when you’re experiencing pain and help you move forward when hurt has you paralyzed.

3 Steps to Being a KINGDOM BUILDER in Your Life Today - Part 1
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In this 3-part series, we uncover the three key guidewords to help you live your faith as a Kingdom Builder. From our first guideword, “NICER,” we uncover biblical principles behind each letter in the word “N-I-C-E-R” to set the foundation for helping to build God’s Kingdom through your life today. Living your faith as a Kingdom Builder has never been so clear and easy to apply – at work, home, or just around town.

Passing Life's Tests in the New Year
5 Days
One thing is certain in life: There will be tests. Tests are one of the main ways we recognize our strengths and weaknesses. Often, our character is tested. Trying situations in life highlight where we may be self-focused, naïve, or impatient. Join us for a five-day Bible study that looks at different types of tests life brings and how God uses them to bring growth and maturity to our lives.

Faith-Fueled Leadership: Embracing Gratitude and Grace
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Discover the power of faith-driven leadership in this 5-day Bible Plan designed to inspire and uplift. Through daily reflections, declarations, and prayers, you'll learn to persevere through challenges, cultivate gratitude, trust in God’s Presence, embrace His Grace, and activate your belief to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Strengthen your leadership journey with Biblical Truths and unlock the transformative impact of leading with faith, gratitude, and purpose.

How to Incorporate Life Long Learning Into Your New Year
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Commit to lifelong learning in 2025 with this practical Bible plan. Explore biblical wisdom and growth by seeking God’s guidance, developing the discipline of a lifelong learner, and applying your knowledge to serve others, like Daniel. Learn how testing new practices, embracing challenges, and striving for excellence can deepen your relationship with God. Whether you want to grow spiritually, improve your skills, or serve others, this plan will inspire and equip you to become a lifelong learner in every area of life.

Thriving in Uncertain Times to Gain a Confident Future
5 Days
God wants to work in you to effect positive change in the world. The darkness in our world will escalate, yet you have learned how to thrive in uncertain times. Go be the light in the darkness. Prophesy when God speaks and watch things around you change for the better!

Finding Freedom: At Christmas
5 Days
In all the holiday hustle and bustle, it can be easy to lose sight of why we’re celebrating. In this 5-day advent plan, we’ll dive into the promises fulfilled by the birth of Jesus and the hope we have for the future. As we learn more about who God is, we’ll discover how to live through the holiday season with hope, faith, joy, and peace.

Unshakable Joy: Competing for More Than a Win
5 Days
Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a source of strength. In this devotional, you’ll discover how to compete with confidence, peace, and purpose. Personal stories, practical insights, and Scripture help shift your focus toward Christ. Move beyond results to a lasting joy in every season of competition. This five-day plan, written by athlete Kate Wiesner, is part of the Competition Series for Athletes.

Faith Developed and Lived Out: James 1 in Action
5 Days
This 5-Day plan is taken from my book "James Scripture Journey: A 40-Day Bible Study on the Book of James." James, the half-brother of Jesus, pulls no punches. He wants you to have a faith that grows, a faith that is grounded, and a faith lived out. NOTE: This plan is like looking at "scenes" from the "movie" that is James. To get the most out of this plan, I recommend reading or listening to the whole book (about 15 minutes) so you can get a better grasp on the whole movie as you study the scenes!

The Glory in Your Story: Activating a Fearless Faith to Change Your Life, Your Career, and the World
5 Days
Starting, building, and maintaining a thriving business—or pursuing another dream God might be nudging you to chase—isn’t for the faint of heart. Yet the rewards of following your passion down an exciting, uncertain road can far outweigh the risks of keeping the dream buried. These five messages shine light on some of the principles that can propel you toward success and significance as you launch out from shore.

Prayer on the Brain
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Scientific research confirms what Scripture has long taught: consistent prayer can rewire our neural pathways, reduce stress, and strengthen our ability to trust in God. This five-day devotional explores the profound connection between prayer and the brain, showing how prayer can break negative thought patterns, increase resilience, and promote emotional and physical well-being.

Hearing God When It Seems Impossible
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Hearing God’s voice can feel difficult, especially in seasons of distraction, doubt, or silence. But as A.W. Tozer said, “It’s the nature of God to speak.” This 5-day reading plan will help you understand how God speaks and allow you to position yourself to hear Him more clearly.