Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 1:22

Like so many people, do you struggle to grasp joy and hold on to it? In this week’s devotional from best-selling author and pastor Randy Frazee, we’ll discuss a few of the principles from his book "The Joy Challenge"—an exploration of the letter to the Philippians and the timeless, encouraging advice offered to us by the apostle Paul.

God created people so we could enjoy intimate fellowship with Him and give Him the praise and recognition He deserves, but we messed things up. Through Adam, sin entered the world and separated all of us from God. Imperfect, limited people, we are helpless to undo what sin has done, but God is not! For generations, His rescue plan remained a mystery, but now it’s been revealed.

This is a 5-Day Bible Plan on the Book of Philippians, summarizing the key themes and passages from each chapter. Each day includes a devotional and a “Respond to God’s Word” application step.

Illness in retirement can feel discouraging — but it may be God's invitation to finish well. This 5-day devotional offers hope, comfort, and perspective for those facing sickness later in life. Through Scripture and real stories, you’ll discover how your suffering can draw you and others closer to God. Whether healing comes or not, your faith can leave a lasting legacy that changes lives long after you are gone.  

You can’t know how to live until you’ve settled the question of how to die. Death is our inevitable destination and our great fear—yet the Scriptures teach that it’s not the end, nor is it so fearsome as we may have imagined. When Christ defeated the power of death, He gave us a hope for the life to come and courage for life today.

If you like to birdwatch, you’re in good company. The Bible includes numerous references to birds, birdwatching, and what we can learn about God from his creation. Drawing on the book of Philippians, this fascinating reading plan by pastor and birdwatcher Kevin Burrell celebrates the wisdom we can glean from birds as we pursue a life defined by the gospel.

Near the end of his life, John was the last of the living apostles and wrote a story about Jesus. It’s his testimony of who Jesus is, what he said, what he did, and who he claimed to be. Jesus has a story. He invites us to make it our story. When we make Jesus’s story our story, we have life in his name. This plan focuses on John 11 and the grief we face. It's part of an ongoing series through John.

We are overstressed. Culture tells us to combat our stress by chasing the next happy moment. But the Bible paints a different picture. This six-day plan will show you how you can practically combat your daily stress by making Biblical joy a habit.

In uncertain times, anxiety, fear, and worry often take over. Our thoughts run wild with “what ifs.” But this is not where God wants us to live! This six-week devotional will refocus your attention on Scripture and remind you of God’s promises of peace, rest, and assurance when you trust Him for what you cannot see.

The voices that fly around inside our minds can either create peace and balance or chaos and disruption. Join us in our 6 day devotional to help equip you in finding internal peace amongst the noise of life.

What kind of person can sit in prison and write a book about joy? The apostle Paul’s joy transcended his earthly circumstances, and he felt compelled to share it with his friends at Philippi. He teaches that happiness is found through Christlike humility, contentment, and service. In just six short lessons, favorite teacher Dr. J. Vernon McGee shows you what it means to have that same kind of joy.

We know we’re going to die one day, but that seems far away. Then you wake up one morning with a sore throat and an earache. A few tests later, the news comes back that you have cancer. What?! That can’t be! But. it. is. If you are battling sickness or an emotional pain, I pray you will find hope through what God taught me on this journey.

Danny Gokey presents a 6-day devotional plan based on his album, 'Sound of Heaven.' Join Danny Gokey as he shares the meaning and verses behind his record.

Most people enter retirement dreaming of freedom and more time — yet few talk honestly about how it will all end. This 6-day reading plan helps you face death with courage and faith, whether it comes slowly, suddenly, or unexpectedly. With Scripture, real stories, and practical reflection, you’ll learn to prepare wisely, talk openly with loved ones, and live each remaining day with peace and purpose.

We wear crosses around our necks, but how are we to apply it to our lives? Jesus’ work holds incredible power for us. Without a Friday, there would never have been a Sunday. Easter could not have happened without the cross. Discover how the cross integrates into your life through this devotional reading plan as you prepare your heart for Easter.

In this devotional series, pastor Gregg Matte take us on a passage-by-passage journey through the First Letter of John. Practical, biblical, analytical, and spiritual, this series will give a major boost to your understanding of how to live the eternal truths contained within this important book of the Bible. In this fifth installment of the series we will discover the secrets of growing in Christ and how to practice them.

Join the creative community of Hillsong Church as we spend seven days reading and praying through the book of Philippians. Philippians is a letter penned by the apostle Paul from prison in Rome, written to the church in Philippi who were also under great opposition. The message of Philippians is one of deep friendship, encouragement and exhortation to live like Christ no matter what life’s circumstances may be.

We often read the story of Esther and consider that “for such a time as this” moments are always huge, society-changing, mass deliverance-causing, headline-making times. But every day the Lord has ordained for us in this world is “such a time” for which we were created. Our gifts, our light, our relationship with Jesus (and with one another), our words, thoughts, and deeds are needed every day.

Escalating anxiety and depression have led far too many to die by suicide, leaving loved ones behind with more questions than answers—and these questions often cut to the core of their Christian beliefs. In this seven-day devotional, Dr. Jim Denison reveals what the Bible says about suicide and whether it is “the unpardonable sin.”

Joy is not the absence of trouble but the presence of Jesus. The apostle Paul's letter to the church at Philippi drips with joy—it's not what anyone would expect given his circumstances. In this seven-day devotional, Skip Heitzig looks at select passages in Philippians to show how you can find joy in the unlikely places and discover how God adds color to the most black and white moments in life.

Most of life’s battles are won or lost in the mind. So how do we start winning more of those battles? In this 7-day Bible Plan from Life.Church Pastor Craig Groeschel’s book, we’ll discover how to fight toxic thoughts, overcome out-of-control thinking, and start winning the war in our minds using God’s truth as our battle plan.

How do we respond when life doesn’t go as we planned or when we take a detour? When we’re experiencing change, it’s easy to be overwhelmed with feelings of confusion, anger, and disappointment. But God has something better for us. Learn how you can start embracing change, even in the middle of the messy process.

Your work is a mission field. Whether you’re starting a new business or job or you simply need a new perspective on the same work, these 7 days of prayer will guide you to read Scripture, then start a real conversation with a real God who loves you, saved you, and has called you to be His witness right where you are.

The word R.E.F.L.E.C.T. in this Bible plan is an acronym to help us understand the disciple-making process. R-Relationship, E-Evangelism, F-Fruit of the Spirit, L-Listening, E-Edification, C-Christ-Likeness, and T-Transformation. A disciple is a person who follows Jesus to become like Him. This growth spurt plan is to intentionally equip believers with the tools to reflect the image of Christ.

In these devotionals, Texas pastor “JP” Pokluda leads us in looking at some of the modern-day vices that we find ourselves giving into (even when we know deep down that we shouldn’t). The goal is not to make us feel guilty. It is to help us see where we may have given the enemy (Satan) a foothold in our lives and, by looking to God’s Word, to pursue the life-giving virtues that Jesus has called us to.