Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 4:9

There is a surprising consensus—all over the world and all through history—that the best thing we do is love. So we are faced with puzzling questions: Why don’t we love more? Why aren’t we better at it? In this devotional adapted from his book This Hallelujah Banquet, pastor Eugene H. Petersen urges us to examine the condition of our love.

In this plan we will undertake a study of the book of 1 John, in the New Testament. The book of 1 John is the first of three books, written by John the elder to house church believers. The book of 1 John encourages believers to remember that God is light and love and therefore to live lives that reflect that light and love with one another and the world.

Join author and musician Aaron Ivey in this five-day reading plan for men. He'll walk you through the keys to building a satisfying and lasting marriage with funny, real-life stories and key insights from Scripture. Also available by Jamie Ivey - a complementary five-day-devotion for women.

Join bestselling author and podcast host Jamie Ivey in this five-day reading plan for women. She'll walk you through the keys to building a satisfying and lasting marriage with funny, real-life stories and key insights from Scripture. Also available by Aaron Ivey - a complementary five-day-devotion for men.

Many of us speak words of defeat, telling ourselves things that we would never say to someone else. This week, we’re going to reshape those messages in the light of God’s Word. At the end of each day’s reading is a challenge, which is your opportunity to change the narrative of your self-talk and listen to what God thinks of you instead.

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. In the face of challenges, Alexander Hamilton repeatedly declares, “I am not throwin’ away my shot!” In this five-day reading plan, Pastor Skip encourages fathers to apply that refrain to the high calling of fatherhood and other areas of the Christian life.

If you've ever wondered why it seems like such a struggle to make and maintain friendships as an adult--it's not just you. This 5-day devotional will encourage you, remind you that you're not alone, and walk with you as you learn to develop and nurture intentional relationships. Based on Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston's book I'll Be There (But I'll Be Wearing Sweatpants).

This 5-day reading plan takes couples on an inspiring journey to strengthening their marriage. Couples will learn how to develop the never-give-up, never-quit mentality every relationship needs in order to combat the enemy's constant attacks. Based on Chad Robichaux’s newest book, Fight for Us, this plan will prepare your marriage for any battle the Enemy brings your way.

“Who is God?” “What is sin?” “Who is the Holy Spirit?” These questions are foundational to the Christian faith. So grab some friends and, in this 5-day Plan, take a closer look at what Scripture tells us about the foundations of our faith.

Christian leadership is radically different from any other form of leadership. With the church and community crying out for good leaders, this plan is the second of seven foundations for Christian leaders God calls to have a powerful godly influence. There is a lot of work involved in these plans, but it will be worth it. You can't lead anyone without love.