Depression

Ever notice that spiritual growth often triggers unexpected resistance? This six-day plan explores an ancient word—"acedia"—and why following Jesus faithfully can suddenly feel difficult, empty, or pointless. Discover biblical strategies to overcome spiritual resistance, remember your true identity, and keep moving forward when faith feels hard. You're not crazy. You're not alone. And there's hope ahead!

Spiritual Resistance: Why Progress Gets Harder When You're on the Right Path

Grief doesn’t wait for the right time—it crashes in, unexpected and overwhelming. This 3-day reading plan by author Heather Hair offers hope for those reeling from loss or emotional aftershocks that come out of nowhere. 

With gentle truth and Scripture-based prayers, you’ll be reminded that you’re not broken—you’re grieving. And God isn’t rushing you. He’s holding you steady, breath by breath, through every wave.

When Grief or Loss Hits Like a Wave

Fear has a couple of ugly first cousins that cause a lot of trouble; they are anxiety and worry. All three are toxic and must be dealt with. The Good News is … God, in His word, reveals everything we need to know to totally eradicate them from our lives. God’s word is like medicine to the soul and spirit: apply it daily until you are anxiety free.

Anxiety Not!

When the waiting season and the holiday season overlap, hope can feel out of reach. This 3-day devotional invites you to pause, breathe, and remember: God is with us—even here. Through Scripture, reflection, and gentle encouragement, find comfort in the One who never forgets you in your waiting.

Even Here, Emmanuel

This 14 day plan was designed for you to get back in the routine of reading your Bible. Many times we just need to hit the reset button and start fresh. Here is your chance! 

Faith Reset

Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like you didn’t measure up? In a culture shaped by comparison, filters, trends and unrealistic standards, it’s easy to feel insecure about your body. In this 5-day devotional, you'll discover how God sees you and how to be grateful for your body. 

Feeling Insecure About Your Body? This Plan Will Help

It’s important to know Jesus and what is important to Him so we understand our need for Him. Reflecting on what Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount, will help us draw closer to Him. This is part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend Ministries. These plans can be done in any order. See also" Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

Jesus, I Need You Part 6

The dip is when you can see where you want to be, but no matter how hard you try, it seems you can’t get there. You begin to lose hope and doubt you’ll ever reach it. It’s where your dream is just out of reach and you feel stuck. We all have a dream, but there is always a dip before you get there. Don’t Quit in the Dip.

Don't Quit in the Dip

How do we help those who are hurting or struggling with mental health challenges? In this study, based on the best-selling book, SEEN: Healing Despair and Anxiety in Kids and Teens Through the Power of Connection, Dr. Chinwé Williams and Will Hutcherson give a Biblical and research-based perspective on how to help kids and teens who are facing despair, depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. 