Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Proverbs 2:5

They walk through the sea, are led by fire and smoke, break defensive walls and defeat powerful enemies. Yet Israel demands a king, defying God, who gives in after warning them. Very few kings honour God, and the rest drive Israel into exile, slavery and fragmentation. The leadership typifies church leadership today. There exist very few through whom God is building His kingdom and penetrating the ends of the earth.

As the half brother of Jesus, James knew a side of our Lord that few others did. He ate with Him, slept with Him, played brotherly pranks. He worked alongside Jesus in the carpenter’s shop. He loved his brother. But as is the case in so many families, James was too close to his brother to recognize Him as special. I can only imagine the confusion and embarrassment James felt when his big brother told people He was the Messiah! I can only imagine the shame James carried when his big brother was executed like a common criminal. Then, after Jesus was dead and buried, James saw Him. His brother, whom he loved, stood right before his eyes! James lived out the remainder of his days building the church. We never hear James boasting about his relationship with Jesus. Instead, he refers to himself as Jesus’ servant. He calls his fellow Christians “brothers.” The book of James doesn’t tell us how to become a Christian. Instead, it is a practical how-to guide for Christian living. He tells us to persevere, to stand firm in our faith. He tells us to stop talking about our faith and start living it. He tells us to treat everyone equally and to stop playing favorites, to control our tongues, to seek God for all of life’s answers. James is a no-nonsense kind of guy. So pour yourself a cup of coffee and flavor it just right. Then, sit back and get ready to learn timeless lessons from James 1, the brother of our Lord.

An eight part series based on the book; “Monday Matters; Finding God in Your Workplace.” A practical framework to learn how to integrate your faith into your work. Led by Mark Bilton, experienced CEO, Managing Director of leadership advisors Thought Patrol , and Founder of Called to Business . In this series Mark provides insights and a practical framework that lays out God’s purpose for work. 

Most Christians wonder, “What is my purpose?” Jesus answers, “Go and make disciples of all nations . . .” (Matthew 28:19 NIV). Why? “God our Savior . . . wants all men to be saved” (1 Timothy 2:3-4 NIV). This series equips business leaders to mentor young leaders, particularly millennials, based on Matthew 28:19: You are to make disciples as you are going, even at work. We are marketplace ministers. Go and Make Discipling Leaders is based on the book Millennials Matter: Proven Strategies for Building Your Next-Gen Leader by Danita Bye.

Psalm 127:4 says, “Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth.” When carefully aimed, arrows fly straight and true. If launched haphazardly, they’ll likely miss their mark.  During this 8-day plan, you will examine ways to aim your children towards God and launch them well. Each day includes a Scripture, devotional reading, and prayer.

In a busy world, we have to make space for the things that matter most. We have to learn to apply godly wisdom that will help you incorporate these activities into your busy life. In some cases, you will find that you are doing the wrong things. Or you might find that you are doing the right things for the wrong reason or in the wrong way, so they are not life-giving or fulfilling. 

The book of Proverbs provides wise instruction and encouragement for the people of God. Over the course of 8 days, we will study the path of God’s revealed wisdom in our relationships and our responsibilities to better understand how to skillfully navigate the storms of life.

Have you ever asked God why you are here on Earth or what his will for your life is? Studying the Bible is the foundation of our faith. It’s how we learn who God is, how we learn who we are, and how we learn our purpose. Discover how the Bible can change you from the inside out and see why it’s a big deal!

Proverbs is a book of wisdom tucked inside metaphors, symbols, and poetic imagery. In Proverbs, we enroll in the divine seminary of wisdom and revelation, seeking to learn the ways of God. This 9–day reading plan is inspired by The Passion Translation of the Bible. Proverbs: Wisdom from Above, includes an introduction to wisdom as revealed in Proverbs 1-9.

It’s easy to get exhausted and overwhelmed in life and leadership. In this 9-day devotional, Jerome Daley points us to ancient wisdom that long ago exposed the limits of celebrity and achievement cults: the monastic tradition. See how Scripture comes alive in this context, and then set your course for a healthy rhythm!