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Perhaps one of the most impressive short stories of all time, the book of Ruth is an account of God’s redeeming love. The book of Ruth is a fantastic story of how God uses the lives of ordinary people to work His sovereign will. With beautiful allegories of Christ’s love and sacrifice for His people, we are shown the lengths God goes to redeem His children.

In Genesis, we encounter God's persistent relationship with his people: he continues to bless them even when they do not hold up their end of the relationship. As we journey through the story of Genesis, we receive the peaceful assurance of God's unshakeable faithfulness to his promises and to us his people! In this 4 week plan, listen to the audio guide to hear Scripture, teaching, and a worship song.

The story of Naomi and Ruth is about believing, trusting God and finding safety in His care. This story is thousands of years old, but still relevant today! This reading plan follows Ruth on her spiritual journey and shows you who God wants to be — for a Moabite woman and also for you.

Join us on a journey through the Christmas Story in Matthew & Luke, focusing on 12 characteristics of God himself. May you be encouraged this holiday to dive deeper into a relationship with Him!

The stories we tell about ourselves begin with what we believe about our origin. Embark on a soul-enriching journey to uncover the sacred story of Genesis 1-3. Find comfort and courage as you traverse the landscapes of creation in this 3-day plan from poet and Bible teacher Jen Weaver. Discover the profound significance of your cherished existence and God-given identity.

The word “family” can mean many different things to different people. Often, when people speak of family, they mean their blood relatives, specifically those with whom they live. When Christians speak of family, we also refer to God’s family, his ekklesia, or “church.” When we enter God’s kingdom, we become family with one another, forging a bond that transcends blood everything. We are all brought together into God’s family.

Jesus is both fully man and fully God – YHWH in the flesh. Not only does he perfectly model the attributes of YHWH as God, but also the image of God as a human. Jesus is a beautiful model of the Kingdom presented on earth. This plan dives deeply into the character of Jesus, and teaches how to step into the image of God that we were made to be.

Every day we face a thousand questions: Who am I? What is my purpose? Chocolate chip cookie dough or rainbow sherbert? Yet in all this confusion, Jesus gives us clarity! Join in as we explore the story God has been writing for us since the beginning of time, and the role you have to play in it!

What is the overarching story of the Bible? What is God doing in the world? Take the next 30 days to walk through the story of God as revealed in the Scriptures.

Celebration Church, The Whole Story, The Word of God

Celebration Church, Reading Plan, The Whole Story, A Life in God's Kingdom, Part One

Every story has a tragedy to resolve. Studying the REVOLT of God’s people in the Bible reveals the magnificent scope of the Lord’s love, shown through the person and work of Jesus Christ. These six daily devotions are based on the REVOLT Bible study from Passion Ministries.

With gentle humility and great compassion, Christian Bevere shows how to leave behind what's held you back. This is an invitation to liberation, a chance to release who you've been and discover who you truly are. Often our former mistakes and regrets hold us back from where we're called to be. How can one heal and move on? To find your breakthrough, you must break up with what broke you.

Celebration Church, Reading Plan, The Whole Story, Kingdom Come

Discover how God’s love can rewrite your story in this 5-day plan from Matthew West. Each day is designed to help you focus on the good news of your story as a follower of Jesus. You’ll be challenged to consider the truth of what God is doing and has done in your life and focus on allowing God to be reflected in your story. My story, Your Glory!

Our journey with God is filled with sweet moments, times of healing, direction about our lives, encouragements to keep going or the simple joys that He reveals to us. Whatever it is, we want to encourage you with seven devotions from Joyce’s newest devotional, My Time with God, to give you fresh focus on how much God loves you and the various ways He wants to help with your life.

Ruth must surely be one of the loveliest stories ever written, telling an unforgettable tale of purity, faithfulness, innocence, loyalty, duty, and love. We read of ordinary people in Bethlehem facing everyday events, from loss and dislocation to marriage and family life. In all of this, however, Alistair Begg reminds us that no matter how dark our days may seem, God still protects His people and accomplishes His purposes.

John’s Gospel is a theologically intimate telling of the life and ministry of Jesus. John shows that Jesus is the preexistent Word who took on flesh to dwell among us. He is God's Son whose miraculous signs show evidence of His divinity. He is the Great “I Am” who has come to bring eternal life to all who believe.

God will test you in the area most important to you. The test is to reveal whether you value Him or the things He can do for you the most. How do you handle it when you don’t get the answer to your prayers that you wanted? This devotional will develop having an “even if” relationship with God.

You may have asked … How could it be that God wants a personal relationship with me? With billions of other humans here on planet Earth? And how would it work? Isn’t he busy elsewhere, working on things more consequential? You may have asked … Does God even know (or care) I’m here? These are great questions, and the truth will blow your mind. Think bigger.

Faithfulness is one of the most reassuring attributes about God. Yet when we are feeling spiritually parched, we sometimes wonder if God is still with us. This week, we’re going to explore God’s faithfulness in those desert places. Not only is God with us in difficult seasons, He is committed to strengthening our faith. He’s a God who is that good. He’s a God who is faithful!

God’s Word provides us with many descriptive illustrations where God covers his children. In the God Comes Through in Covering You Bible plan readers will discover within scripture how the LORD will cover you in every encounter in your life.

Are you in need of goodness in your life? So am I! I am a recovering Eeyore, but the more I taste God’s goodness, the harder it becomes to hang on to my crusty outlook. Instead, I’ve found myself delighted to be invited to God’s table in the wilderness, where His goodness overflows. This week, we will feast on God’s goodness in light of our needs and longings.

1 John is one of three letters written by John the Beloved, the same author as the Gospel of John and Revelation. Written as a response to false teaching in the church, John reminds his readers that just as God is both love and light, true believers are to show love and light to the world.

In this study for teens, we'll discover how to effectively prioritize your faith and put your relationship with Jesus front and center in your life.