Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 17:23

What can we learn about Jesus from the story of David & Goliath? The Bible metaphorically portrays Goliath as a giant serpent, who comes to battle against David, a royal shepherd from the little town of Bethlehem. In this lesson, find out how David's famous victory over Goliath was a preview of Jesus' even greater victory over Satan, the serpent of old!

Fear is an insidious thief that steals our moments of joy, happiness, fulfillment and blessing. It manifests itself in different forms: fear of failure, criticism, judgment, rejection, etc. This emotion, used by the enemy, often paralyzes our destiny. In this plan, we'll look at how to overcome fear and enter our destiny.

What we believe shapes what we do and even who we are. In this series, we ask 4 "What If" questions that will challenge us to renew our minds and transform our lives.

As a young father of two precious children he lost his wife to a brain aneurysm. At that point he had to learn to stand on his knees. Tommie Harris Jr. was a chubby kid, a high school athlete, a college football All-American and an NFL star. He learned to play through the pain at every level. This plan is the first of five in the series.

Fear. It drives so much of the world around us but God tells us that something else should drive us instead of fear. The Fearless Bible study gives us powerful Scriptural reminders of how and why not fear.

As we celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and red, white, and blue, we remember the contributions all those who advocated and fought for American independence. Join Museum of the Bible as we explore biblical references in the writings and speeches of five of our most influential Founding Fathers: George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay. 

When we approach God with our dreams and desires, we often focus on what we don’t have. We tell Him we could do more if He’d give us more skills or resources. We compare what we’ve been given to the gifts of others. And often, our patient Father responds with an unexpected question: What’s in your hands?

How often has fear stopped you from pursuing your goals? Ever the bully, fear will taunt and tempt you to doubt God’s love and good plans for you. God says His children are overcomers. When you respond to fear with God’s Word and act anyway, fear becomes a training ground, producing boldness and testimonies. You can prevail! Be the overcomer God says you are. Speak Over The Fear!

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the seventh part "The Rise of Israel." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

We regularly forget about the journey between our beginnings and endings. However, God orchestrated the journey for a purpose. In this plan, we'll read about five different journeys that may have been tough, but glorified God. Through this, you'll learn how to trust and praise God in the middle of your path.