Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:4

A five-day faith challenge through the book of James.

Philippians 4:12 reveals a profound truth: there is a “secret to learning contentment.” As Paul declares in the next verse, the secret is the strength Christ provides: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Just as a tree’s unseen root system gathers vital resources for the tree, the unseen part of contentment is being “rooted and built up in Christ” (Colossians 2:7). Contentment is not an elusive concept. Instead, it is a tangible reality within our reach through a relationship with Christ.

Life has a way of shaking our faith. Unanswered prayers, unexpected losses, and seasons of silence can leave even the strongest believers questioning what they once held true. Believe Again is a 5-day devotional journey to help restore your confidence in God when faith feels fractured and hope seems far away. Whether you’ve wandered from faith, grown weary in your walk, or need to be reminded that God is not finished with your story, this devotional is an invitation to hope, trust, and believe again.

The teen years can be tough on everyone, but we are not without hope! As parents and grandparents, we have direct access to the best parent ever — our heavenly Father. By praying for our kids throughout their teen years into early adulthood, we partner with the Lord in His purpose for them. No matter your relationship, how strong-willed your teen is, or what path they are on, prayer can change everything!

Shaken by life’s storms? In this 5-day devotional plan, Matt Cruz uncovers the true cause of instability—an anchorless life. Strengthen your faith with daily readings, reflections, group discussions, and practical applications. Each day, immerse yourself in Scripture, reflect on its meaning, engage in discussion, apply the lessons, and commit key verses to memory. This simple yet powerful approach will deepen your spiritual journey and draw you closer to God.

Your unique, multidimensional personality is more than just a number! In this devotional, based on Beth McCord and Jeff McCord's book More Than Your Number: A Christ-Centered Enneagram Approach to Becoming AWARE of Your Internal World, learn how to let God's ways inform your ways of understanding, engaging, and ultimately leading all of the diverse parts within you.

When the enemy comes against us, what can we do? How did Jesus handle being tempted in the wilderness? This is part four of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend Ministries, focusing on drawing closer to Jesus. The plans in this series can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

Comfort and pain are as old as the human experience. Yet, we struggle to understand their place in our life and faith. Why do I not feel God’s comfort? If He loves me, how could God let this happen? This six-day Bible Plan delves into these questions, their answers in Scripture, and God’s place in all of it.

The book of James is perhaps the earliest book written in the New Testament era and is categorized as the ‘Proverbs of the New Testament’ due to its practical messages. Here are six practical instructions from the book of James that will help you as you move forward in your daily life journey.

Sometimes God seems to work so slowly. We wish things could be the way we envision them RIGHT NOW; yet we must trust that God is building a bigger vision, weaving our stories together into His rich tapestry. Pastor Bayless Conley teaches you to remain stable, having a heart free from anxiety and full of confidence that God will get you to exactly where you need to be on time.

Bestselling author of Ever Upward, Justine Brooks Froelker, walks the reader through healthy messages of hope in surviving and thriving after life doesn't turn out how we planned. A mental health therapist and a survivor of a failed infertility journey, Justine guides the reader through a healthier message of hope. She helps the reader to find their place in God’s story, even when it has not turned out who they had hoped and dreamed.

On the opposite side of the thrill of victory, there is always an equally disappointing agony of defeat. In this Museum of the Bible reading plan, we take a look at some moments where the Bible helped sports stars such as U.S. Olympic swimmer Missy Franklin, MLB pitcher Mariano Rivera and NFL quarterback Russell Wilson deal with failure and loss. 

How often are we given the idea that being a Christian is a joyful, peaceful and carefree life? As well as the idea that you may have some bumps in the journey here and there, yet with a prayer or two, everything will be right-as-rain? There are those times when these ideas are fulfilled in our Christian lives. However, what often is not talked about is the hell you will have to endure to reach the Heaven that is promised. In this 6-Day reading plan, we will journey through the reality of the Christian walk to capture the hope that is total devotion to and love for Jesus Christ.

Ever heard "A body in motion stays in motion"? Put another way, "a man on a path stays on that path". Put another way "change is hard!!" Come be challenged and encouraged in this 6 day plan and get a glimpse of God's power to change you and the richness of showing up for your life.

6 Sessions by Danny Silk on how we can deal with stress and anxiety by prioritizing what's important to us, what brings us happiness, and how to build the days that we actually want to live in.

Change isn’t easy, but it isn’t impossible, either. Starting a few small good habits can change how you see yourself today and transform you into the person you want to be tomorrow. This Life.Church Bible Plan moves through Scripture with a simple acronym for making good daily habits that actually stick.

It's no secret, trials make navigating through life very difficult. What's the purpose of trials, why does an all-powerful God allow us to go through trials? In this 6 day devotional, founder of the brand 'Trust Christ Bro', Ryan Meadows, will help unpack the spiritual importance of trusting in God through each trial you encounter. God will teach through the trials if you will trust through the trials.

A disciple in the kingdom of God is one who chooses to be more than just a fan of Jesus Christ. They commit themselves to taking up their cross, denying themselves, and following Him. This commitment is not an easy one and it is not a short one, but it is rich with God’s reward. Join Tony Evans as he uncovers what it means to follow Jesus, no turning back.

Living out your faith at work is challenging and difficult, especially in the secular workplace. We are often encouraged to leave our faith and beliefs at home. But that isn’t at all what we are called to do as Christ-followers, is it? In this study, we explore the teachings of the Bible and discover 5 insights to help you live your faith and honor God while still pleasing your boss.

In uncertain times, anxiety, fear, and worry often take over. Our thoughts run wild with “what ifs.” But this is not where God wants us to live! This six-week devotional will refocus your attention on Scripture and remind you of God’s promises of peace, rest, and assurance when you trust Him for what you cannot see.

To say that the entire world is suffering right now is not an understatement. Hundreds of thousands have been affected in various ways by the pandemic that has taken over life as we know it. The future will look different for some because of what is happening across the globe right now – that is the reality. Join the Tim Tebow Foundation family for a 5-Day Series, Hope in Suffering.

People will say what they say, but what does God say? In his newest plan, David Villa goes in depth on the word of God, and what it means for us.

Do you ever feel like you can't make a difference? That you have no control over your circumstances? Be inspired and encouraged by this reading plan to dream big and to rely on God to make a way. Written by Eric Celerier for A Miracle Every Day.

Your faith in God matters to God. And he’s committed to growing it. Big. Imagine how differently you would respond to difficulties, temptations, and even good things if you knew with certainty that God was in all of it and was planning to leverage it for good. In this reading plan, Andy Stanley builds a biblical case for five things God uses to grow BIG faith.

Even though we routinely make decisions and set directions as leaders, knowing God’s will can still be difficult for us. Sometimes, all seems clear until we find that we’re headed the wrong way. At other times, we proceed more cautiously and miss the opportunity God had for us. In this study, we present a 5-step process to help clarify God’s will, even when it seems He is silent.