Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 11:20

Grief is a human experience and no one is immune to it. We grieve when we lose someone or a dream dies. It can strike at any point and is often when we least expect it. We’ll dive into understanding grief and learn how to process the different kinds we’ll go through. Join in on the 5-day Plan so that you can get through your grief in a healthy way.

Empathy allows us to perceive the needs of others, and bring hope and relief into their lives. Often, we can struggle with how to display empathy. Fortunately, we have a great example: in this Plan. We’ll look at what the Bible has to say about empathy, and how we can grow in ours in order to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Unfortunately, grief, sorrow and many reasons to mourn are unavoidable in this life. In this 5-day devotional, discover how Jesus can trade our mourning for gladness and bring new life — despite our greatest losses.

Children’s emotions are information for us to help lead them well, not punish, shame, or ignore them. Join Sara Hall as she shares how to lead children through anger, disappointment, grief and loss, and anxiety.

Jesus, our loving King. The long-awaited Saviour of the world. Prophesied for centuries. Expected and anticipated by generations. However, although He was expected, His life was anything but what people thought it would look like. In this plan, together, let's marvel and reflect on the unexpected life of our gracious King who saved not only you and me, but the world!

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why He is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how He treated people, why He did miracles, the meaning of His death, the significance of His resurrection, and what the Bible says about His second coming.

Losing a loved one is utterly heartbreaking. It’s a terrible pain that no one can understand unless they’ve been in your shoes. This 5-day plan was written by women who have experienced loss and want to help you find comfort and peace in God’s Word. While this plan can’t help you accelerate the grief process, we believe it will help you endure the everyday hurts and give you hope.

We all experience great loss- the loss of a relationship, a job, a loved one, or simply the loss of life as it once was. We’re sure that life is not supposed to be this way and so we grieve and mourn for what could have been. And we’re not alone. Part 3 of this series will help us learn the language and heart of lament in Scripture.

It’s so easy to be exhausted by the world – by the confusion, chaos, the constant striving for more, the constant push for success. In the constant noise, it’s easy to lose sight of all we have to be thankful for – all the things our amazing Father has provided to us over and above what we deserve. As you go through this plan's devotionals, use this time to stop. Take a break from the noise around you and meditate on our Saviour King and the abundance of His care, love and provision for you and your life.

Each mother’s story is unique. While motherhood brings joy and love, it can also bring pain and heartache. It’s often different than expected, and it can be hard to know where to turn when difficulty and loneliness rise up. This reading plan written by Katie Faris invites women to experience God’s comfort and leads moms to put their hope in Christ, despite the unexpected trials of raising children.

Loneliness. Rejection. Fear that you will never find a spouse. Wondering if something is wrong with you. Questioning if God really has a plan. Singleness brings many difficulties. But singleness doesn’t have to be a time of hardship. God has a wonderful purpose for it. This week’s devotion dives into the comfort we have through God to help us find joy and contentment in our single lives.

Anxiety is the most prevalent mental health challenge in the world, and Christians are not exempt from experiencing it. Although it is often helpful to practice coping strategies and access psychological and medical support, this devotional series asks us to go further. Written by Psychologist and Sanctuary Advisor Dr. Edward Ng, this series encourages participants to work through anxiety by courageous and fruitful contemplation of the fear that underlies it.

Have you ever asked, Why am I going through this? Does God really care about me? In this 5-day study, Vaneetha Risner tackles the hard questions to help you find hope in your pain. She walks with you through Scripture and shares her own experiences of longing and grief. You’ll find that the answers to your deepest questions are found in the character, goodness, and sovereignty of God.

All kinds of deaths are woven through this life, from the physical death of loved ones to the figurative deaths of dreams, relationships, careers, trust, security, beliefs, and plans. Though grief is a universal experience, those who hope in God have a way through it. With great compassion, Pastor Tim Timberlake, author of The Art of Overcoming, shines the light on our ultimate hope: no death is ever the end.

You were created in the image and likeness of God. You are more than enough! If you struggle with feelings of insecurity, doubt, fear, and low self-esteem due to what others have said about you or what you have told yourself; this plan is for you! I examine the life of Mary of Bethany to share valuable insights into how God sees, value, and accept you!

Alive. Enthroned. United. Ambassador. And a Citizen of Heaven forever. Have you ever considered what it would look like to be truly rooted in Christ? To live from a secure position in His presence, knowing and owning exactly who He says you are? Join Brittany on a 5-day journey into the second chapter of Ephesians as we discover how we can live rooted in Christ and abundantly in Him.

Have you ever had a disproportionate emotional response to a situation? In other words, freaked out? It’s hard to feel out of control like that. But God uses our feelings to point us to truths about our hearts and our stories. These devotions will help you see what God might be trying to tell you through the gift of your emotions.

Has your joy disappeared like water from a dry well? Your bucket scrapes the bottom but all you bring up is dust. Joy is a gift from God. It’s not something you can earn or manufacture, and you don’t have to fake happiness to be a “good” Christian. Discover the joy of receiving joy, even as you hope for the fullness of joy to come.

Martha of Bethany is often remembered as the worried and busy sister—the one who complains instead of sitting at Jesus’ feet. When we look at her holistically in Scripture, however, we see a beautiful progression that is worth emulating. In “Becoming Like Martha,” author Heather Kaufman expands our view of Martha by examining the three times she’s mentioned in Scripture, tracing her journey into a strong woman of faith.

When Jesus rose from the dead, it changed everything! Easter stands at the heart of all our hopes and all of God’s promises. This 5-day plan will give you a sample of what the New Testament says about Jesus’s resurrection and why it’s so important.

What can we learn about the faith-filled encounters women had with Jesus, as recorded in the gospels? This devotional was written by five different female contributors to explore exactly that question. We at Cup of Faith, a collaborative faith blog for women, would like to thank the following contributors to this co-written devotional: Jess Hill, Kate Walsh, Angela Chiaberta, Coral Douglas, Cailyn Oesch.

One of the most difficult things in our walk with God is His timing. There are times in each of our lives when we need God to act but it seems as though He is not. God's timing is different than ours. Everything He does occurs according to His time frame. In this study, we will look at three Biblical examples of waiting on God.

Our experiences with our earthly father often influence how we relate to our heavenly Father. Sadly, not everyone has had positive experiences with their earthly father, which can adversely impact our relationship with our heavenly Father. This Bible plan offers guidance and encouragement to those who have had less-than-ideal situations with their earthly father, helping them understand that there is no one like our heavenly Father.

The world may be a whirlwind, but the Bible teaches us to cling to hope in Christ and find peace even in the most chaotic circumstances. How do we do that, though, when even our daily lives seem to be one constant commotion after another? In this 5-day plan for women, we’ll explore ways to reach out and grab ahold of the Anchor during the tumultuous times the world throws our way.

Trust, Endurance, Community, and Rest are all hard principles to maintain in a culture that pushes us to be independent and self-sufficient. This devotional will walk you through each of these biblical principles and show you how you can cultivate trust in life, throughout your faith journey.