Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 4:2

Anointing in scripture is a powerful symbol of the work of the Holy Spirit. There are five things you must have in your life for the anointing of the Lord to be present. Each is critical to take your walk with God to the next level. In this plan, you'll discover what these ingredients are and how to develop them in your life.

Being an everyday disciple of Jesus is not just about knuckling down and doing what He says. It also involves intimacy with and dependence on Jesus. Disciples have a deepening relationship with Jesus in which they enjoy His love, rest in His grace, and appreciate His closeness. Through this deepening friendship, disciples learn to trust and depend on Jesus, and His life flows through them. Disciples are friends and lovers.

Parents, learn how to incorporate symbols, ceremonies, and rites of passage into the faith of your children. Taken from Jim Burns book "Pass It On" as well as God's blueprint in Deuteronomy.

Difficulties can make you either bitter or better. God wants to use the challenges you face to test and increase your faith and character. Pastor Bayless Conley explains how you can pass the test of faith when you face troubles and setbacks; learn to receive God’s wisdom for your situation, and to build a powerful, God-honoring lifestyle that gets results.

Just like Superman, who can defeat every foe, you as a Christ follower have the supernatural ability to conquer the challenges you face. But the problem for both Superman and you is there’s a kryptonite that steals your strength. This plan will help you uproot spiritual kryptonite from your life, so you can fulfill your God-given potential and embrace a life without limitations. 

James focuses on our attitudes, behaviours and speech as Christians. In 7 days the book of James will challenge you to think, speak, and live more like Christ, as we explore core contemporary topics such as; wisdom, the use of slang, faith, prayer, the function of trials, sin and so much more. Bible challenges go beyond reading as we share our thoughts via #JamesChallenge.

The Epistle of James is an intensely practical book for readers of every age. James' original audience had professed faith in Christ, but many were not living lives that reflected their beliefs. To address this disparity, James dealt with real-world issues that still speak to us today. This series looks at the background, structure and content of the book of James and explores the wisdom and practical instruction in James that remain relevant for modern readers.

That perfect relationship you admire one image at a time may not be so picturesque in real life. Right? So, what kind of relationship goals actually work? This Life.Church Bible Plan, written by people ranging from long-married, to single, to newlyweds, will point to the kind of love God can offer for all our relationships.

Need to move a mountain? Intercessory prayer is your invitation to speak to God what His Spirit imparts to you in prayer time. Intercessory prayer gives us access to the secret places of God’s heart so that we partner with Him in bringing the kingdom of heaven down to earth on behalf of one another. Join me this week as we experience renewed prayer intimacy with our Father in Heaven.

Prayer is essential to the Christian life. Yet many Christians feel like their prayer lives are lacking. Some even wonder if prayer actually works. After all, if God is omniscient, shouldn’t He know our prayers already? So what’s the point of praying? Join Dr. Jim Denison in this seven-day devotional on why we should pray.

Many Christians struggle with anger. It is a dangerous, powerful, yet confusing emotion. The Bible differentiates between righteous and sinful anger. It also provides tools to overcome the latter. This devotional helps believers to understand anger, know its roots, and learn how to control it. Christians can live their lives filled with emotions that are pleasing to the Lord.

Do you struggle to have daily conversations with God? Or have you found yourself off track in your everyday discussions with Him? Join Chrystal Evans Hurst as she guides you through a 7-day devotional rhythm that you can apply to your prayer life well beyond this plan.

We all have emotions that compete for control of our lives. And those emotions can get us in trouble when we let them be the boss of us. In this 7-day reading plan, Andy Stanley shares a scriptural “how-to” about saying no to destructive emotions. We need to monitor our hearts—not just our behavior—to prevent emotions like guilt, envy, fear, and anger from bossing us around.

We are the Young Adults ministry of Christ Fellowship Church. We invite you to join us on this seven-day journey as we receive the things that God desires to give us. For the next seven days, take a deep breath, step into God's Word, and receive from Him.

The true longing of your heart is to connect deeply with God, the True Source, and this blessed communion begins in the place of prayer. The meditations and declarations in this plan, taken from "Prayers from the Throne Room: 365 Daily Meditations & Declarations" by Brian Simmons, will help you expand your prayer life. Journey into the throne room and grow in your understanding of the power of intercession.

One of the many contributors to marital health and satisfaction is ensuring that you are intentional about your overall health. Mental Health is one of those topics not discussed often when it comes to marital health. In this 7-day devotional, I share seven tips to help you manage marriage as you effectively manage your mental health.

Are you someone who loves makeover shows? It is amazing to see how the right clothing can cause radical transformation. In biblical times, people were transformed into kings and priests by wearing royal colors of blue, purple, and scarlet. This Plan will explore how Jesus’ anointing as High Priest and King on Good Friday changes our everyday lives.

A 7-day devotional from Lisa Kai on how to overcome offense and create healthier, stronger relationships!

Being human is hard. Being in relationships with other humans is even harder. Whether navigating political or religious differences, dealing with toxic people or our own unforgiveness, how do we handle the struggles no one really wants to talk about? Come Sit with Me will show how you can grow closer to God and others through the circumstances you’d rather run from. Discover the hope and freedom that comes when you learn to delight in your differences, love through your disagreements, and even live with discomfort.

We all experience conflict in our lives, and it can come in all shapes, sizes, and sources. We need to learn to work through it. We need to learn to respond and not react, and we need to choose commitment. On a foundation of commitment, you can remember what you love about the other person and work through your differences.

James’ letter to the church is loved for the practical advice it offers us. But there is something much greater in James’ letter: good news about a God who saves. Join us on this seven day plan to see how James preaches the gospel to us, calling us to live transformed lives that come from God’s generous gift of wisdom.

What does it mean to be free? In this Plan, we will explore the meaning of true freedom in Christ. “For the one who was a slave when called to faith in the Lord is the Lord’s freed person; similarly, the one who was free when called is Christ’s slave” (1 Corinthians 7:22, NIV).

Most people find the topic of purpose mysterious and sit around waiting for God to reveal their purpose in life. This plan redefines purpose and features 7 devotionals and scriptures that clarify God’s primary and secondary purpose for your life. You will walk away grounded in God’s love and confident in your reason being alive!

We need one another in our walk with Jesus, but relationships can be challenging. What should you do when a good friend hurts you? How do you know whether to nurture a connection or walk away from it? Spend the next seven days learning how to navigate the complexities of your relationships, with help from Scripture and the teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley.

The fact is, there is nothing so inevitable in this life as conflict. What’s not inevitable is broken relationships that result from conflict. It may be tempting to shove disagreements under the rug, even when we’re in close proximity with the other person, but with prayer, humility, and skills, we can prevent lasting damage and repair broken relationships.