Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 3:17

God does all the heavy lifting in our relationship with Him. He sent Jesus to save us. He gives us the faith to believe. He gives us the ability and desire to obey, but He doesn't make us do anything. To experience God, we must choose Jesus. When we do, God saves us, sets us apart, helps us grow, and rewards our surrender with an inheritance that never fades.

Do you feel like your past has imprisoned you with a life sentence? Do you ever wonder if you’ll get beyond what you’ve done or what someone else did to you? Then, I have good news! In this devotional plan, I share three powerful promises I claim daily, rooted in Romans 8. These words of hope can help you confidently step into the future God has prepared for you.

The Bible tells us to always be prepared to give an answer about our faith to everyone who asks (1 Peter 3:15). But writing a testimony is difficult and most of us have never done it. With this reading plan, we want to change that and also help write your testimony of faith. Read this plan, and then visit our website listed at the end of Day 4 of the reading plan to get started.

A Devotional Reading Plan based on a sermon by Randy Frazee on the story of Easter as seen through the passages of Genesis 1-3, Exodus 26.31-35, Matthew 27.50-51

This devotional takes an honest, compassionate and loving approach to the emotional challenges of self-harm. We look at why it happens and how God is ready to walk with us in order to redirect the pain and start healing from the inside out. Learn how Jesus knows our pain and wants to help us find true hope and joy.

Have you ever doubted God’s goodness during difficult seasons? It’s easy to forget the unchangeable nature of God in the midst of pain or waiting. Based on the Moving Works’ film, Chloe, this 5-day study takes you on a journey with Walt and Annie as they struggle through infertility and the doubts that accompany it. This series will remind you of God’s love, sovereignty, and faithfulness through Jesus Christ.

The late Brennan Manning wrote his classic The Ragamuffin Gospel for the “bedraggled, beat-up, and burnt-out,” for “anyone who has grown weary and discouraged along the Way.” If that includes you, take a journey toward the grace-filled life with these five daily devotionals.

Although Paul is, without question, the most renowned Pharisee-turned-Christ follower in the New Testament, there is another Pharisee, in the Gospel of John, whose faith journey is equally inspiring: Nicodemus. Take the next five days to follow this lesser known proselyte through the stages of his spiritual development – from cautious curiosity to love-struck abandon – and discover how we are all Nicodemus.

"Why do I still struggle if I'm faithfully following God?" We all face challenges. On any given day, the problems of real life can take our breaths away. Our marriages, finances, relationships, and health are regular struggles, and that's just the beginning. Doesn't the Bible say the war has already been won? So why do we still battle?  With humor and honesty, Havilah Cunnington lays out practical tools to thrive in the face of hardship, enabling us to walk forward in the confidence that, because of Jesus, we really are stronger than the struggle.

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Not because of the gifts we will receive, but because of the greatest gift we have already received. Join us as we consider why we celebrate Christmas and why Jesus is truly the greatest gift we can ever receive. Brought to you by YMI. Ask the why, know your purpose.