Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Psalm 1:1

Just like the disciples who followed Jesus during his time on earth, we look to our Savior for wisdom and direction. As the disciples saw first-hand and we read in the Bible, Jesus gained strength when he spent time with the Father. So, we ask him, “Jesus, teach us to pray.” This reading plan from author Bobby Schuller shows you how to follow Jesus’ lead in “Praying the Psalms.”

We all have questions. These questions often lead us on a quest to seek the right answer. We want to explore the 7 Frequently Asked Questions and seek answers based on the Bible. At the foundation of these questions are a deep TRUST in God, surrendering to His will, even when you are not convinced of the answers. Our prayer is that you will treasure a deep relationship of TRUST in Jesus.  

The Messy Table is an ordinary space for real women, imperfect stories, and the God who’s at work in our mess. This 7-Day Bible Plan complements episodes from The Messy Table Podcast and includes inspiring stories, powerful scriptures, and table questions for personal reflection + discussion. Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and join us!

This week, we’re going to see together that God is strong, that He’s powerful, that He encourages you, and that His desire is to carry and uphold you! Are you ready? 😊

This plan breaks down the individual components of First15 by sharing God's desire for each of them. The majority of First15 is dedicated to encountering God and learning about his character, but we also cover some teaching and tools that will help in pursuing God. This week we will get back to the basics and learn some spiritual disciplines that will help us encounter him in deeper, more transformative ways.

This plan looks at a vital spiritual practice to all seeking growth in God: tilling the soil of the heart. God longs for us to till the soil of our hearts that we might be receptive to the seed of his word and bear fruit. May your heart become responsive to the presence, will, and love of God as you cultivate good soil with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Every one of us goes through challenging situations in life. From being ridiculed, persecuted for our faith to the sufferings of political turmoil and unrest for no fault of ours, life sure is tough. And yet, the truth is, how we respond to life and its tough realities, is really a choice we need to make each day.

The Way of Love is a set of seven spiritual practices to help guide our path as followers of Jesus Christ. In seven days, explore each of the seven ways of love: turn, learn, pray, worship, bless, go, and rest. The Way of Love theme is a popular topic of Bishop Michael Curry, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church. Written by seven authors, edited by the Rev. Marek Zabriskie.

In this seven-day reading plan, we dive into specific fears that athletes and coaches deal with, and how to combat them with God’s truth as they compete for Christ.

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this life-transforming devotional. Choose to pursue Christ with all of your heart. Proverbs‬ ‭21:21‬ ‭NLT‬‬ declares, “Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.” Pursue God. When you choose to pursue God, with all of your heart, He will remove the stain of the past and pour Himself into you like never before.

Monsters aren't real. As reasonable adults, we know this. Your monster is the metaphor for what prevents you from becoming what you are created to be. Pastor Luke Norsworthy wants you to face your monsters, get to know them, and discover how they are inviting you into a deeper understanding of yourself and a more intimate connection with God.

The Book of Psalms provides divinely inspired words to help us process our emotions. Its spiritual truths transform feelings of shame into freedom, anxiety into joy, and insecurity into confidence. This 7-day plan will encourage you to ground yourself in God and His Word, in the midst of hard circumstances. Use the audio guide to hear the content read aloud and to listen to a worship song.

In this 7 day plan, Moody Publishers partners with Cary Schmidt to help you resolve those confusing “who am I now?” questions that life stirs up within us. Discover and begin growing in your true gospel identity. Each daily devotional features a particular identity principle that will help you move from achieving to receiving the durable identity that is most true of you in the gospel of Jesus.

What difference does daily Bible reading really make? Over 7 days, kick-start or reboot your confidence in and hunger for God’s Word by discovering what it says about itself and its power to transform your life and world. With your passion and expectancy ignited, this short journey will empower and transform every other journey you take through Scripture.

The idea that we can hear God speak may seem presumptuous, but throughout the Bible we see God interacting with His creation. If we quiet our racing thoughts and be still for a moment, we can hear Him. Easter is God’s most profound declaration to humanity. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus, we get to hear God speak a powerful message of forgiveness and love.

What is a “devotional time”? What does it even mean? Is it the same as a quiet time? If so, do they have to be quiet? Why are they so important? What do you do during one? In this 7 day plan we dive deeper into devotional times and how to make yours the best that it can be.

The majority of First15 is dedicated to encountering God and learning about his character, but every now and then, we will cover some teaching and tools that will help in pursuing God to greater depths. We will get back to the basics and learn some spiritual disciplines that will help us encounter him in deeper, more transformative ways.

In this plan, we help Christian writers and authors think about partnering with God to share their message. You will be encouraged to seek God’s strategy for you and your book

Jump-Start True Worship will strengthen your walk with God by invoking intimate, intentional communion. This plan will help transform your mindset through increased engagement with God. In it, you’ll learn the difference between religious rituals and the Biblical definition of true worship. It also contains five daily devotions that provoke deliberate interaction with God and self-introspection, thus promoting spiritual growth.

Have you ever been told how hard marriage is? The truth is, marriage itself isn’t hard; it’s the people in it that make it difficult. Many marriages get off track when couples start going through it their way instead of God’s. This seven-day plan will help you learn what marriage God’s way is and give you the truths of scripture to apply today.

In our fast-paced, over-inundated society, we struggle with being alone. Most of us can’t bear even the thought. And yet, to embrace who God’s called us to be, we must become comfortable with the discipline of solitude. What we discover in solitude is our most authentic self. And if we can fully embrace who we are, we can step into our God-given purpose.

When we choose to live set apart for God’s glory, we unapologetically point to the reason for our strength, the reason for our hope, and the reason our lives look different. Choose today to shine your light brightly for Jesus as you live your life set apart.

Rich Gower is co-author, along with Rachel Walker, of The Hopeful Activist: Discovering the vital change you were made to bring. In these seven studies, he explores the foundations of effective justice work, and poses a series of questions to help you find your unique role in God’s mission to bring justice and restoration to the world around you.

This very practical and down-to-earth study will help men take a look at their Bible-reading habits and learn how to go even deeper in the Word! Written by Darryl Dash of Grace Fellowship Church in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Parents, your prayers matter! Whether your kids are little or they are already adults, you can help change the trajectory of their lives with prayers based on God's promises. This seven-day reading plan is a great starting point for praying for wisdom, protection, and peace for your kids. Commit to praying for them daily and see how God shapes their lives and purposes for his Kingdom!