Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Romans 12:15

These are unprecedented times for those of us who are alive on planet earth at this moment. Historically, we can find hope if we turn to the One who made it all and is Lord of all. What does the Bible say about why these things happen, what is God’s response to it, and what is my hope in life and death?

The world’s peace is different from God’s peace. Worldly peace is temporary and dependent upon circumstances. God’s peace offers a permanent solution, which is salvation through Jesus and His presence in our lives. In this Plan, we’ll dive into what God’s peace truly means and how we can experience it in our lives.

With eight billion people living in the world, there’s no one who will completely agree with you on everything. Our viewpoint on social injustices, politics, current events, and religion is uniquely ours. But even in our differences, we can and should find common ground. In this 5-day Plan, you’ll learn how to love, respect, and empathize with people by speaking truth with grace and gentleness.

A strong and healthy marriage doesn’t happen accidentally. Being intentional is key to having the marriage we’ve always dreamed of. In this 5-day Plan, we’ll dive into many different topics that will help you begin the process of being intentional with your spouse so that your marriage can be what you’ve always desired it to be.

The 2020 Vision series explores selected scriptures in the Bible that all have one thing in common: They are found in chapter 20, verse 20. The focus of this plan is verse 20 in Philemon, one of the shortest books in the Bible. It only has one chapter.

Empathy allows us to perceive the needs of others, and bring hope and relief into their lives. Often, we can struggle with how to display empathy. Fortunately, we have a great example: in this Plan. We’ll look at what the Bible has to say about empathy, and how we can grow in ours in order to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Normal means that we uphold a popular standard, yet earth is filled with billions of people who are unique and diverse. Often, normal is the preferred place to “live,” but truly, it’s not always healthy. In this Plan, we’ll study God’s Word about how to go beyond normal living and make changes so that we can live better than normal.

What are some of the words that come to mind when you think of Jesus? Is "priest" at the top of that list? Even if it isn't, the truth remains that Jesus is the greatest priest! So what does that mean for us? Over the next few days, let God's word lead you into following the example set by Jesus.

Throughout the Bible, we're called to “be thankful” and “give thanks.” Why? Because we have a lot to be grateful for! We won't become thankful by accident, but with an intentional habit of gratitude, we'll become even better versions of ourselves as we follow Jesus.

How can people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds come together to heal wounds, reconcile with one another, and begin the journey of recovery? Paul's letters to the church address this same question as he struggled to reconcile first-century Jewish and Gentile believers. His pastoral and theological vision for a united church addressed education, identity, community, hope, and responsibility. In our day, we can do the same.