Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 2 Corinthians 1:3

Pain is inevitable and we all have been there in those moments of deep pain which have shaped us. Is pain a paradoxical gift from God, Why Pain, suffering and resistance? In these 5 days we will look and reflect on answering these question and understand not only the purpose for pain but also find purpose in pain. I invite you to journey with the Holy Spirit who will give deeper revelations as you explore your heart and the heart of Daddy God.

In this journey through the Book of 2 Corinthians, All Things New explores Paul's theology of adventurous faith in this world and God's call for us to be bold. Kelly Minter helps us understand how the Christian walk may seem contrary to our natural tendencies, but it proves to be infinitely and eternally better. In this 5-day reading plan, you'll explore issues such as: how to deal with difficult relationships, trusting God with your reputation, grounding your identity in Christ, understanding the purpose of suffering and God's provision in it, and how we are to be gospel lights in the world.

Together for the first time in one reading plan, experience daily readings from such classic Christian thought leaders as Frederick Buechner, Henri Nouwen, Eugene Peterson, James Bryan Smith, and N. T. Wright.  

Do you feel like your past gets in the way of God loving you? Do you feel the need to perform in order to earn His favor and approval? In this 5-day reading plan, Pete Briscoe assures us that God has already given you an A+! Find out why there is nothing you can do to make God love you more or make Him love you less. 

What could be better than fully experiencing and enjoying every holiday throughout the year with Jesus? You will find a rich, treasured friendship with Jesus as you immerse yourself in experiencing His heart like never before! This special series of holiday reading plans by Kim Niles (of Grief Bites) will encourage and help you to celebrate and experience God’s Word, love, and truths in a fresh, unique way!

Jesus said, “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world!” This means that everyone will encounter suffering in one form or another. Jesus reminds us to “take heart” because He will be with us every step of the way. The guests in this five-day plan (with audio) share helpful insights on this topic.

We know God tells us that we are new creations, and yet so often it doesn’t feel like it. We end up pretending to have everything together, while inside we are in deep pain. The first step is to stop the pretence, which is where this study starts. It then encourages you to continually go to the source in order to learn more about, and embrace, who you truly are.

God has shown us what He requires (Micah 6:8) - to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with Him. In this five day plan, we go deeper into His justice with real testimonies from Mercy Ships, questions to help us apply God's word, and passages which draw us into His ways. It will encourage you with how you can make a difference, whatever your story and your gifts.

Loving a prodigal is a long and desperate journey filled with fear, worry, anger, and self-doubt. You spend hours waiting, praying, and pleading. You search for help. You feel shame. You cry out to God, "How long, Lord?" This five-day audio study will feature conversations with Judy Douglass. An author and mother of a prodigal who speaks from experience, she offers hope to help others see God's grace and love.

Life indeed can be lonely. Loneliness is painful. But there is one who will always respond, who will never leave you or forsake you. Join us in this Abide plan as we uncover God's Word where He promises to be with you in your pain.