Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 15:13

What was so important to Jesus that He willingly gave up a comfortable life? A sense of pride or importance? Or well-deserved payback? He didn’t want these things like we would expect. But the more He rejected the normal path to success, the more His impact grew. Jesus didn’t want any of these things—instead He was after a different way of living. Better than anything we could imagine.

Friendship with Jesus is a devotional on John 15:12-17 exploring what it means to be a friend of Jesus over six days. We look at the privileges and responsibilities that come with this relationship.

Just before his crucifixion, Jesus prepared his young leadership team for their future without his physical presence. He wanted them to thrive spiritually, relationally and in their calling, no matter the circumstances. His words are crucial to whether we thrive or wilt as we encounter the difficulties of life and ministry.

The Seven Mile Miracle Easter Devotion from Elevation Church and Pastor Steven Furtick revolves around seven of Jesus’ final sayings on the cross. This seven-day study utilizes daily readings and practical applications stretch your faith in Jesus, the resurrected Son of God. For more resources, including a DVD study and small group participant’s guide, visit www.SevenMileMiracle.com.

As a coach, you’re a source of encouragement and inspiration for your team by preparing and guiding your players to win. Yet, your busy life as a coach can steal the time you need to study the Bible as your source of strength and encouragement. In order to find strength for the daily challenges you face as a coach, spending time with God is the winning strategy.

Kim Walker-Smith is one of the worship leaders for the Jesus Culture band, and has quickly become one of the strongest voices in worship music. Kim has a heart to see an entire generation encounter God and see people transformed by experiencing God’s love. The Overflow is excited to see how God speaks into your life through this 7 Day Devotional based on songs from her album When Christmas Comes.

Between busy schedules and long days, expressing love towards your husband can easily fall by the wayside. These seven slightly adapted excerpts from the #1 New York Times bestselling book "The 5 Love Languages" by Dr. Gary Chapman will help you better communicate and connect with the man you love the most.

At the heart of every man is a desire to master what matters. Designed to help you communicate with your wife in a way that she understands, these seven excerpts from "The 5 Love Languages for Men" by #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Gary Chapman will rouse your inner champion and empower you to master the art of love.

The gospel principle of treating people better than they deserve goes against our natural instincts. But with the Holy Spirit's help, it is a fruit of our faith and a powerful force for building God’s kingdom.

The parents of Jon and Tim Foreman of Switchfoot rethink the process of raising kids, inspiring creative character in a culture of self-centered mediocrity.