Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 2:28

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.

How do we get beyond simply praying, “Lord, bless those missionaries"? The New Testament actually tells us what to pray for missionaries. In fact, the authors of the New Testament were missionaries! Pastor Sean Christensen, World Team missionary and Bible professor, guides us through five missionary prayer requests that Paul asked for and one that Paul and John mentioned. This plan is useful both individually or in a prayer group.

Philippians is all about Jesus! This 6-day plan will walk you through the book of Philippians by reading just a chapter or two a day. Each day is accompanied by a short devotional and video that explains what’s happening and shows you how each part of the story points to Jesus and his Gospel.

As a Christian, what do you think about when Africa comes up in conversation? Africa is a diverse continent with amazing people, cultures, and natural resources. It is also a continent that has struggled through famine, wars, disease, and instability. The good and bad have much to teach us. So let’s learn from our African brothers and sisters in Christ. Here are some examples: Can you quote any African proverbs? Do you know what African Christians are reading? How long has it been since you thought about AIDS or Ebola? Have you prayed for the leadership of Africa? Adventure into Africa the next 7 days with your eyes and heart open, ready to consider the challenges and opportunities that God might place before you.

Do you have the feeling that no one really gets you—even your friends? Do you long for close relationships, but haven’t been able to find them? Not only does God promise to be close to us, he also provides companionship—and through his church, he even gives us a family.

As Christians we are called to enter into the lives of others—to be with them in their triumphs and trials. This is not a call to fake it, acting like we care when we don’t, but rather to possess an authentic delight or a genuine empathy, whatever the situation calls for.

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.

How do you face adversity? Is it right for a child of God to go through difficult times? These questions arise in the hearts and minds of the children of God when they face difficulties. We invite you to read this devotional to see in the light of the Word a response that will strengthen you and allow you to renew the joy and peace of God in you.

Spend a week studying the book of Philippians using the Courage For Life Study Bible. Ann White, general editor of the Courage For Life Study Bible, takes you through key passages in the book of Philippians using the inductive Bible study method found on each page of Bible text in the Courage For Life Study Bibles.

God’s Spirit dwells within you—filling you with His power to live out God’s purpose! He is like the very breath of life in your lungs, leading you to live a fruitful life. Join Andrew and Wendy for this 7-day series and begin to experience a thriving life with the Holy Spirit.