Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 2:16

Being a “man of God” can be tough. Being a “young man of God” can be even tougher. This devotional will focus on the three areas in which young men are most frequently tempted: their Ways (i.e., temper), their Words (i.e., language), and their Wants (i.e., physical and emotional desires). It will also discuss the appropriate Biblical response(s) to maintaining self-control and moral purity in the face of such temptations.

Being a “man of God” can be tough. Being a “young man of God” can be even tougher. This devotional will focus on the three areas in which young men are most frequently tempted: their Ways (i.e., temper), their Words (i.e., language), and their Wants (i.e., physical and emotional desires). It will also discuss the appropriate Biblical response(s) to maintaining self-control and moral purity in the face of such temptations.

The COVID-19 pandemic has in many ways derailed our plans for the year. How can we recover? How can we move forward after a time of great struggle? In this 3-day Bible Plan, you'll discover what the Bible has to say about moving forward, so you can have joy on the other side of this season.

Imagine being able to step right into the temple in 1st century Jerusalem and experience events that took place there! This 3-day plan lets you do just that, with key Bible verses explaining the temple’s significance for us today. It features captivating videos from Gate Zero, a unique video game that lets you experience the Bible firsthand!

Grief is messy—and that’s okay. In this honest 3-day plan written by author Heather Hair, you’ll find the freedom to feel everything without guilt or pressure to “grieve the right way.” Whether you’re numb, angry, overwhelmed, or all of the above, God meets you there. These devotionals will help you release shame, embrace your emotions, and experience the comfort of a Savior who never turns away from raw, real sorrow.

Few things spark greater anger than a betrayal. And carrying the pain and trauma with you can ignite an unquenchable resentment that leaves you hopeless and despondent. When you’re overcome with bitterness, you need to know there is a God who understands and can help reconcile your pain. This plan will help you understand your anger and how to extinguish it with peace.

Has something happened that you didn't see coming? Are you in an emotional place you never planned to be? Grief shows up in our lives uninvited. Unhealed grief has sent me to the emergency room and onto my knees in prayer. What I discovered in the Psalms helped me heal, and I want to help you too!

This reading plan takes you through some of the themes in the "Reckoning" episode of The Chosen TV Series. Reflect, dive into the Bible, and enjoy what Jesus has to say to you.

Embark on a journey to learn more about the life of Jesus. Together we will watch short clips from the film, The Life of Jesus, and reflect on what we see. Discover who Jesus really was and what He can mean to you. You can read each of the 10 plans separately, but we challenge you to complete the whole journey.

Join Hillsong East Coast’s online experience and walk through this corresponding plan. This plan is based on Pastor Tolu Badder's October 2020 message, "The Zealots." Read through God’s Word within each devotional and reflect through guided questions for both individual consideration and group discussion. We pray it encourages you to reframe your reality.

The Enneagram is an ancient personality typology. The theory behind it is that a person assumes one of nine personalities in childhood as a reaction to discovering the world as a scary, unkind place, and thus unlikely to accept their true self. This devotional is designed for Enneagram Fives, also known as the Thinker.

"Get a Grip" is a practical guide to overcoming and taking control from the things that are controlling you and things that you’ve tried to leave behind time and time again. With real-life examples and step-by-step instructions, Dr. Weiss teaches how to identify and conquer these negative patterns and behaviors that are holding you back from the life God has planned for you.

Join this 5-day reading plan from Melissa Spoelstra to find encouragement to slow down and linger with the living Word. You’ll appreciate the pace of the Savior, who never hurried but completed all the Father called Him to accomplish. You’ll be challenged to take on the posture of a learner—understanding that the peace Jesus offers is not an ease of circumstances but a stillness of the soul.

Jesus does NOT want you to burn out! Feeling overwhelmed, tired, and stressed should not be the new normal! You can feel MUCH better with small, focused interventions in your daily life. This reading plan will set you on a path to practice the kind of self-care that will truly restore your soul.

If you’re a believer thinking about dating someone who doesn’t share your faith, it's important to pause before diving into the relationship. Dating across different faith backgrounds can present unique challenges. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing four things to consider before pursuing a relationship without shared beliefs.

God’s people face a daily choice between obedience and obstinance. It marked Israel’s history. It marks ours too. Acts 7 is a face-off between obedience and obstinance as Jesus’s Kingdom continues to grow. This 5-day Plan continues a journey through the Book of Acts, the Bible’s gripping sequel of Jesus at work in the life of His followers as He expands His Kingdom to the ends of the Earth. It’s a journey on what it means to be a Christian. It’s a story in which you have a role to play.

The Christian life is not only about knowing truth but about becoming truth in action—people through whom the love of God is made visible in our world. This journey begins as we receive God’s love personally, allowing His Spirit to shape our hearts, renew our minds, and align our lives with His purpose. In this study, we will discover what it means to become love. Note: This is Part 3 of a 4-part reading plan.

It’s often said that many people are looking for love in all the wrong places. Many people are looking for life in all the wrong places, going from one thing to another hoping that the void they have in their hearts will be filled. In Plan 3 of 19 we discover only Jesus can release true life and how we too can partake in releasing it to others.

What if the Jesus we worship today isn’t the real Jesus but simply a version that acts and thinkslike we do–a nice, safe, and completely counterfeit Savior?This content was taken from Pastor Jamie Snyder's new book "Like Jesus"

"Heart For The House" is an annual, sacrificial offering over and above normal tithes and offerings at Hillsong NYC. Every year, this single weekend marks a pivotal and miraculous step forward in the life of our church. By intentionally preparing and selflessly giving, our church is able to extend our reach and expand our influence into realms that are often left overlooked. Our prayer is that you would consider your part to play as we endeavor to practically equip our local church to better serve our city, our home, and our world. Our heart is for freedom. Our heart if for people. Our heart is for this house. And we will not betray our heart. Join us over the next seven days in this special devotional, as we learn more of God's heart for us, and for His Church. And as we prepare to sow generously to see His kingdom take ground like never before.

There is a dynamic, dead-raising power on the inside of you. Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke has penned some strong teachings on the Holy Spirit for you and has written dynamic Points of Power on the Holy Spirit. This 7 Day Study will challenge your thinking on the Holy Spirit and inspire you to believe in the amazing power of the Spirit within you.

There is a dynamic, dead-raising power on the inside of you. Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke has penned some strong teachings on the Holy Spirit for you and has written dynamic Points of Power on the Holy Spirit. This 7 Day Study will challenge your thinking on the Holy Spirit and inspire you to believe in the amazing power of the Spirit within you.

Christianity’s roots run deep with examples of strong faith from spiritual giants throughout history. Spend your Holy Week in the Gospels, being refreshed by the insights and wisdom of ancient believers. Today’s church can be renewed by listening to yesterday’s saints. Discover a fresh, yet ancient, viewpoint of the most important week of the faith. All excerpts taken from the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible.

What if a good man is a broken man, a struggling man? I find that most of the people God uses to build His kingdom and spread His message are flawed and imperfect. I also find in each of them—despite their shortcomings—a resolute desire to follow the call of their Creator. This week let’s piece together a new image of what a good man might truly be.

The Daily Reader’s Bible presents the entire text of the Bible in a way that helps readers see the beautiful thematic connections of God’s story throughout Scripture. Discover these links as part of your daily Bible reading so you can understand the connections between the Story, Teaching, and Wisdom portions of Scripture. Daily readings are numbered, so you can start anytime. Enjoy the first 7 readings from this uniquely-arranged Bible.