Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 4:9

In Jesus, God came down to be "with us," which we celebrate every Christmas. This week, we will examine Luke’s Gospel, which provides a detailed account of the Incarnation. Through this lens, we’ll identify some insights and simple practices that can help us experience the presence of Immanuel this Christmas! Written by Dean Brenton of Impactus

There is only one way to God and it's through Jesus, but in Jesus, there are many ways to connect with God. One way you can connect with God is through fasting. Fasting is a spiritual discipline that calls us to deny the desires of our flesh and fill ourselves up with God, His Word, and His presence. Through this 7-Day devotional, our goal is that you would walk away understanding the importance of fasting and be equipped with the tools to connect with God through fasting.

Join us as we dive into the book of James, exploring the wisdom and practical guidance for living out faith in action in three easy steps. Step 1. Read the passage. Step 2. Listen to our Ramp Conversation using the audio player for each day. 3. Use the RAMP study method—Read, Apply, Meditate, and Pray— to personally explore the passage and hear from God. JOIN US for this 7-day journey to reset your life with insights from James' teachings. Stay connected, stay grounded, and grow in Christ with us. Let's begin this spiritual adventure together!

If we're honest, pride is a battle for every man. But humility is the way of Christ and what He calls us to. Pride pulls in every direction, but we must find a better way. This week, we will unpack more about what it means to be a humble man in a world that wants you to take pride in yourself and all you have accomplished. Written by Kirk Giles.

Many believers find themselves hesitating, uncertain, or stuck as they approach retirement. This 7-day reading plan explores some of the deeper reasons that might be holding you back. God has a big plan for your retirement – one that could be your most meaningful calling yet. If you’ve been unsure about letting go of your job, these readings will help you move forward with clarity, purpose, and faith.

If you’re a movie fan, then this reading plan from Museum of the Bible is the plan for you! Learn about the Bible’s role in some of Hollywood's box-office hits and in the lives of its biggest stars. From classic movies such as The Ten Commandments and Chariots of Fire to big screen moments from film industry icons like Brad Pitt and Denzel Washington.

This 7 Day devotional will remind and invite you to Come Closer to God! A major theme of the Bible is that Jesus loves us and gave everything to bridge the great divide caused by sin so that we could come close again! Let's get into it!

Men, we are called to fight. Passivity with sin will eventually destroy us. Fill your tool belt to combat, resist, and overcome temptation and sin with experiences from the life of Trooper Joe. Start your game plan to victory in eight days! Joe, once in bondage to sexual sin, is now free and lives a life fully sold out for Jesus Christ!

If you are in bondage to something and it seems that you can’t overcome it, then this plan was designed with you in mind. Michael Williams Jr. was in bondage to drugs for 22 years, then one day he totally surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit then led him to make some “Minor Adjustments,” which he recorded with the hope that it’ll help you in your deliverance.

Have you ever felt like your prayers went unanswered or ignored? Is there a reason they didn’t “work”? No matter what your prayer life looks like, it can be easy to overthink prayer or become frustrated. But Jesus’ relationship with His Father gives you an approachable and practical look at a life of prayer.