Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Psalms 120:1
Be Very Afraid?
5 Days
The disciples spent three years scared to death. But later we see them so bold and unafraid they weren’t even scared of death. If that transition is possible, it’s certainly worth investigating how to make it a reality in our own lives.
Peace: The Promise of Christmas
5 Days
Are you looking for peace? It’s not hiding from you. In fact, it is promised to you. This Christmas, allow the truth of God’s word to bring tranquillity to your soul despite all that might be happening around you. This plan will help you receive the peace that Jesus promised, a peace that surpasses our own understanding.
A Cry for Change
5 Days
Life with no change for the better stagnates and pollutes itself. It leaves a person with a sense of hopelessness, despair, and frustration. The best hope for any soul is to recognize this despair and frustration within and seek divine help to turn around and transform one's life.
Real Hope: The Israelites' Playlist
6 Days
For generations, the car playlist has been an essential component of any road trip, setting the mood. The Psalms of Ascent were the Israelites’ playlist – songs that were sung by the Israelites every year on their way to Jerusalem for the annual feasts. In this plan, we start unpacking these psalms and reflect on the way these songs that were sung centuries ago still apply to us on our Christian journey.
Getting Over Shame
7 days
"Shame". It's a powerful emotion that cripples many everyday and just hearing the word, can make you want to curl up into a tight ball, and hide. Holding onto shame can truly hinder you from enjoying the blessings and joys that come each day. So let's dig deep into ways you can live a shame-free life, and discover how God can easily shift your thoughts and emotions.
The Songs of Ascent
7 Days
Psalms 120 through 134 are known as the songs of ascent, an ancient mixtape for God’s people journeying to Jerusalem to worship the Lord. Solomon built the temple there, and the glory of God filled that place. In this plan, John Greco explores six of the songs of ascent, providing application for our modern-day journey as image-bearers of God. Scripture quotations used within the plan are taken from the NIV.
Lift Off - Seek What Is Above
21 Days
Among the Psalms there is a grouping of fifteen called the “Songs of Ascent.” Lift Off is a 21-day journey through these psalms designed to bring you closer to God as you remember His faithfulness. Each day in this plan contains a psalm, a devotional, and a prayer. Two days are built into each week for prayer and reflection.
Into the Unknown
28 Days
Facing and embracing the changes that come our way; a middle school devotional designed to complement the teaching series, “Into the Unknown" by Orange Students. In this devotional, you’ll find helpful ways to face and embrace the changes the come your way by trusting in the God who never changes.
Table of Context
28 Days
For many, the Bible just seems to cause more confusion than clarity. As a teenager, you’re already in a phase of asking questions, expressing doubts, and wrestling with the idea of faith. So, how can you begin to make sense of the Bible and its context? This 4-week devotional will help you understand how the ancient words of the Bible connect to your modern, everyday life.
Daily Bible Reading – March 2023, "God’s Saving Word: Prayer"
31 Days
Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers to help you connect to God and support others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Saving Word: Prayer.” (Note: All Scriptures are quoted in the Good News Translation)