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John, the last living apostle, wrote a Gospel. And it seems some people were distorting it. John writes to believers caught in the aftermath, bringing clarity and commentary on what he wrote. He shows them what it looks like to be people of light and life instead of people of death and darkness. This plan takes us through 1 John and how to live in the face of distorted Christianity.

Galatians 5:1-12 packs a punch. We’ll discover our freedom from the bondage of sin, the danger in relying on the law, and see how genuine faith works through love. Join our 5-day devotion!

God has ordained you for greatness. But some attitudes ought to be developed in you before you can get to that height of greatness God purposed for you. In this plan, I’ll help you cover all the nine beatitudes Jesus spoke about in Matthew 5:1-12.

This plan is a challenge to run the “race set before us” mentioned in Hebrews 12:1 in a way that will cause the fearful crowd in this world who are watching us to notice a difference in our lives. We will use 5 direct quotes from Jesus in Luke chapter 12 to guide our discussions and draw out our thoughts in these uncertain and often troubling times.

A life poured out. We see an example of this in Mary who anointed Jesus (John 12:1-8). In these next 5 days, let us do as Mary did and smash the alabaster jar, so we may be overcome by the fragrance of Jesus.

A 5-day study on how we can renew & refresh our mind through Romans 12:1-2. We live in a world where we have normalised fear, anxiety & stress -- however Jesus offers a compelling & refreshing solution to renew our minds. This plan was written by some of our incredible Young Adult leaders: Sym Yeow, Jarron Rima, Barbara San Jorge Ruiz, Jordan Denton & BJ Lane.

What is true happiness, and how can we find it? Pastor and author Dr. Derwin L. Gray believes there is a path to true happiness. It is a life lived with Jesus by embracing the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:1-12. As you walk through these words, Jesus invites you into a new life-giving rhythm that cultivates a flourishing, happy, transformative life. Discover the good life you were meant for.

This one-year plan will take you on a journey in Faith and Love through the New Testament. We hope that you will be challenged to grow spiritually and be inspired as a follower of Jesus. This is Part 5 of 12.

We will continue our discussion comparing our lives as Christ-followers who are running “the race that is set before us” in Hebrews 12:1 with characteristics of running a physical race. In this study we will compare the “weights” we are urged to “lay aside” with hurdles we must clear to run our best race. There are five of them.

In the beginning was the Word … but what came next? This plan is for anyone who wants a better understanding of the Bible. It provides a chronological reading program that endeavors to place all biblical passages in their date order. Part Ten of this twelve-part one-year reading plan is titled ‘The Messiah Comes, Few Believe Him: 5 BC–AD 33’.

In the beginning was the Word … but what came next? This plan is for anyone who wants a better understanding of the Bible. It provides a chronological reading program that endeavors to place all biblical passages in their date order. Part Five of this twelve-part one-year reading plan is titled 'David’s Decline, Solomon’s Reign, 1023 BC–980 BC'.

A Recklessly Extravagant Love takes a focussed look at The Parable of the Prodigal Son, one of the most well known and loved parables of Jesus. This five part Bible study is designed to help you understand the parable, as well as invite you to experience the amazing love that God has for each one of us. (Bible study ages 12-18)

Join Rock City Worship in a 5-day devotional inspired by their EP entitled "Testify." These devotionals will help us do what Psalm 77:12 says and “reflect on all God has done and ponder His mighty deeds." The more we remind ourselves of His goodness, the more boldly we will worship Him and tell the world that there is no one like our God!

When Adam and Eve first sinned, God “cursed…the ground” ensuring that “thorns and thistles” would make our work futile and frustrating until the New Earth (see Genesis 3 and Isaiah 65). We should lament over the thorns and thistles that thwart our work (see Joel 1:4-12). But we should also give thanks for them. Why? Find out in this five-day plan.

Elisabeth Elliot was one of the most influential women in modern church history. She wrote dozens of books, hosted a long-running radio show, and spoke at conferences all over the world. In this five-day plan, we’ll look at excerpts from the new authorized biography, "Becoming Elisabeth Elliot," by Ellen Vaughn. Each day we’ll feature words from Elisabeth’s private, unpublished journals that will encourage, inspire, and challenge your own faith journey.

As we praise God today, let's keep in mind the heavenly worship service we'll one day take part in: “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain . . . !” (see Revelation 5:11-12). Here's how we praise, says Charles Spurgeon: “We simply say what [God] is! ‘You are this and You are that.’ There is no other praise.” Why not invite friends and family to “join the chorus” with you?

This five-day devotional for kids 8-12 is adapted from the Tree Street Kids by Amanda Cleary Eastep. Readers will follow Jack Finch (Jack vs. the Tornado, book 1) and his friends as they face kid-sized challenges--from moving away to taking cover in big storms. As children imagine themselves in these engaging mini-stories, they’ll be encouraged to seek God when times of uncertainty swirl around them.