Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:4

Dive deep into what it means to be a disciple of Jesus as you dedicate 10 days to studying perhaps the most influential sermon of all time - The Sermon on the Mount. Each day will invite you to explore an aspect of discipleship from the message Jesus gave his very first disciples. Discover what it means to live as a follower of Jesus with "A New Way of Being."

The purpose of fruit is to be picked and consumed. The Holy Spirit grows His fruit in us so we can nourish others. We shouldn’t think about our own benefit, and yet, exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit blesses us as well. The fruit of the Spirit involves our time, faith, and trust. As you read through this plan, you’ll learn how to cultivate God’s special fruit.

Daily Discipleship: The A.R.T. of Survival is a 10-day guided Bible study exploring James 1. It will help you develop the habit of being in God's Word. Each day, there will be a short, 10-minute video from Pastor Chip Ingram. Not only will this plan help you learn how to study the Bible, but it will also help you face life's adversity head-on and with confidence.

Faith is more than just the ability to believe, it is what empowers us to do what God has called us to do. Faith produces good works, it allows us to receive wisdom from God, and it gives us the boldness to do things that most would be afraid to do. You are invited to join us as we look at some of the ways that faith fuels us to do what God has called us to do.

Whether a deployment or PCS, military families face various challenges, but God has called each of you to service and has equipped your family for battle. This 10-day devotional, designed for military families but applicable to any family traveling or in transition, teaches parents how to face each challenge and steer their families towards a God present at each new duty station.

Men often talk a good game, but its our daily walk that shows our true character. In this Bible Study, you'll see how James challenges the church to put their faith to action, but also be encouraged to become a man of complete faith and integrity.

Military life compounds difficulties, from separation to career uncertainties. Yet, through faith, there's hope. Shifting perspective from the temporary to the eternal, we find strength in Christ amidst life's storms.

This 10-day devotional, "From Rock Bottom to Financial Stability: Wealth God's Way," is designed to guide you through the biblical principles of wealth-building according to God’s plan. It emphasizes the importance of tithing, sowing, and trusting God even in the most challenging circumstances. Drawing from personal testimony and Scripture, this plan will show how God can take anyone from financial ruin to abundant provision, illustrating that true wealth is about having all you need in every area of life.

"Expect the Unexpected" explores how we can expect surprises & challenges as we grow in our Christian faith and do missions. Drawing from global Sports mission experiences, these lessons reveal how faith and resilience thrive in life's unforeseen moments.

This devotional is dedicated to my husband, Justin Wash, who is, and has always been, my biggest cheerleader. Thank you, Justin, for never leaving me and for loving me all these years. You're my greatest inspiration. I wrote this because I received a challenging phone call. At that moment I decided, wherever the enemy, or life, tries bringing me down, I’m going to rise with the word of God. I made teaching people joy, through my testimony and scripture, my mission. I pray this devotional brings you an understanding of the joy that’s inside you. You must release it!

This 10-day devotional invites God into your boredom, busyness, fear, and discontentment. Written by Emily Saxe and Sheryl Aeschliman, these short prayers are great for full days, happy days, and hard days. Invite the joy and peace of the Lord into your journey of motherhood.

One of the most frequently asked requests of God is to be able to hear His voice. Sometimes, even those who have heard His voice feel like they have entered seasons where His voice is hard to hear. Through this Bible Plan, readers will be given tools to help hear the voice of God once again.

Pastor Ed Taylor shares a strong, encouraging, Biblical exhortation to continue on with Jesus despite the circumstances around you. Things may feel overwhelming and unstable, yet as we keep our focus on Jesus, Pastor Ed lovingly walks with you, reminding you that God will bring you through your trials.

We all want to grow, but spiritual maturity often seems elusive, and we can become frustrated. Becoming Mature is a transformative resource for believers seeking real growth and a deeper walk with Christ. It goes deep into the nitty gritty of becoming more like Christ in the face of life's challenges and our brokenness. Whether you're a new believer, battling stagnation, or seeking more of God, this series of plans provides practical tools to unlock deep and lasting growth in your life! This plan is Part 3 in the series and covers The Spiritual Growth Process.

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. To accomplish this we have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture four times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

Does your faith feel like it’s gone seriously off-course? This devotional will get you back on the right track.   

Jesus promised his followers that they never had to walk in fear because He overcame the worst this world could bring against them. Over the course of 11 days, we will examine Romans 5-8 to better understand how following Jesus Christ enables us to live free from fear, failure, demands, and death itself.

The story of Christmas offers a great promise. It speaks into the hopelessness and restlessness of our day by revealing a God who has been on mission to save us. From the beginning of our human story, God promised a Rescuer. When he made good on that promise, he did so in an unexpected way: by sending his Son! Come experience this story and unwrap the promises it offers you.

This devotional gives real hope and practical help for those impacted by addiction. Through a Gospel-centered step-by-step guide, you will be equipped to live in forever freedom and inexpressible joy.

Parenting is a bigger challenge today than in any other age. Biblical child rearing is based in truth and grace and has the goal to produce rock-steady Christians. How can parents even begin such a daunting task? Based on Phil Congdon’s book Living by Grace, this devotional not only encourages us to start, but gives us the know-how to elevate our endeavors to effective kingdom performance.

Widows, Orphans, Handicapped, Disabled, children, pre-born children, abused, lower class, homeless people, prisoners…the list goes on. In every society and culture, certain types of people are looked down on or disregarded. How does God see all these special people? Walk with us through scripture and some true stories from disabled believers who help us live as He desires we do.

This 10-day devotional is an invitation to feel, sit with, and fully acknowledge your suffering after miscarriage or infant loss. It is also an invitation to be seen, understood, and to find Biblically-anchored hope, even amid pain. Ultimately, this is about God. A reminder that He is gracious and meets us right where we are, no matter how lost we may feel.

Discover your true identity in Christ with this reading plan. Through daily confessions, reflections, and challenges, explore the depths of your identity rooted in God's truth. From faithfulness to victory, from chosen and loved to being a new creation, embrace your identity as a child of God. Experience transformation, freedom, and purpose as you walk confidently in who God says you are.

How does my faith outwork in my business? Or in the decisions I make in the workplace? This devotional - "Faith at Work", has been written with entrepreneurs and business leaders in mind. Each day, explore a new devotion that combines Biblical insights, wisdom, and stories to help you: 1. Navigate business challenges with confidence and faith. 2. Align your work with God's Purpose and Plan. 3. Create a positive and productive work environment. Start your day with a fresh perspective and a deeper connection to your faith. Brought to you by Legacy, the marketplace ministry of Arise Church.

Venture into the depths of the Beatitudes and see your need for Jesus! This is part seven 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).