Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Romans 5:4

We’ve all been there, done that. We’ve all waited in long lines heading nowhere fast. Waited for an event, promise, or person to come into view that we had been tarrying for. However, what if Jesus considers our meantime an opportunity for the Holy Spirit’s presence, power, and joy to be realized in our lives? He does. Let’s be encouraged from His Word, then hurry up and wait!

The Bible compares the Christian life to a race in Hebrews 12:1. Unfortunately, many people approach it as if it were a sprint, in which a quick start counts, or a middle-distance race to run smoothly. The real comparison is with a marathon, where various things and people are trying to slow us down or stop us. We must approach the race with the right mindset and with the knowledge that God provides us with the means to go all the way. What a tragedy it would be to abandon the race when victory is certain!

God desires a relationship with all of us and has done everything possible to make it simple. But often, we are the ones who complicate what is simple without reason. In this six-part devotional, a team of Ibero-American students from Wesley Seminary invites us to rediscover the essence of Easter and the Christian faith in its purest and most accessible form.

What if this isn’t the end of your story? Infertility, miscarriage, and loss can feel overwhelming and isolating. Legacy Forward offers real encouragement, biblical truth, and practical tools to help you and your spouse heal, reconnect, and rediscover purpose. Each day will help guide you to process grief honestly, strengthen your relationship, and find hope beyond what you imagined. You are not alone. Your story isn’t over. Let’s take the next step forward—together.

Got 60 Seconds? Start a lifetime of dialogue. Cut through the noise with this plan that meets you where you are now. God in 60 Seconds delivers quick, powerful truth, while Reel Dialogue pulls back the curtain on the connection between pop culture and the Christian faith. Join the dialogue and connect with the Bible and Jesus today! Explore real conversations and connect with the Bible and Jesus today. If these short segments grab your attention, why not find out more through our plans.

This devotional series is a gentle, joy-filled reminder that persistence isn’t about perfection it’s about showing up with faith, even when your coffee (or courage) runs low. Each reflection invites you to laugh, breathe, and remember that God’s timing is never late. Growth is a journey that requires grit, grace, and a good sense of humor. It’s proof that even when you stumble, God’s love keeps the story moving forward. Most of all, it’s an encouragement to keep pressing on because with every small, faithful step, you’re becoming everything He imagined you to be.

Faith is more than a church word or a positive vibe. It is heaven’s way of seeing, standing, and moving. In this 6-day plan, “This Thing Called Faith,” you’ll explore faith’s foundations and structures, what to do when it seems God didn’t show up, how to make real moves of faith, the key elements that feed faith, and the “spices” that make it mature and fruitful. Each day includes a short devotional, prayer, and Scripture to help you move from vague belief into visible, lived-out faith in Jesus Christ.

Your Growth Is an EMERGENCY! | Growing Up in the Kingdom is a powerful call to spiritual maturity and Kingdom responsibility. This plan challenges believers to move beyond spiritual infancy and embrace intentional growth through God’s Word, obedience, and Kingdom living. Learn how to develop spiritual discipline, walk in authority, and align your life with God’s purpose. Growth is not optional—it is essential for advancing the Kingdom and fulfilling your divine assignment.

Anxiety can feel loud and lonely. This six-day plan points to one steady truth: the Lord holds his people. It starts by looking at the mind, body, and heart, so care can be wise and whole.

It may be called "getting 'fired', 'let go', or 'downsized'", but no matter what the terminology, it all means the same thing: God has something better in store. During this transitional time, look to his Word, and remember that he is in control when what's ahead looks uncertain.

Are you struggling with heartache, doubt, or doubting God's goodness through a life storm? Are you experiencing apathy or distraction in your spiritual walk? This 7-Day reading plan will help to reveal any doubt you may hold in your heart and will help you to use doubt as a signal to grow closer to God's heart.

In this daily devotional, Shauna Niequist becomes a friend across the pages, sharing her heart with yours, keeping you company, and inviting you into the abundant life God offers.

Hang on mom—there’s joy to be found under all those dirty dishes! This is a motherhood survival guide from popular blogger Lisa Pennington and her new book "Mama Needs a Do-Over."

Why do we show up early on Sundays? Why do we wake up early to pray for church every day of the week? Why do we smile, give high-fives, & stay focused to serve others at church? Why do we give our hard earned money? Why do we invite people to join us? This 7-day plan walks through the 'why' behind the 'what' of serving & being a part of a local church.

A seven day devotional focusing on marriage and finances.

This 7-day reading plan is based on Bob Goff’s book about living fully engaged and full of whimsy. Find out how you can make a difference by getting past the planning stage to the “do” part of faith—because love doesn’t just keep thinking about it or planning for it. Simply put: love does.

How do we know we're forgiven when we mess up? How do we receive the power for living a new life every day? How do we enjoy a deep, personal connection with God? The same way we got started - by God's grace. Find out how you can live in freedom, purpose, and joy, just as God intended. Experience the full benefits of the simple gospel, simply by grace.

Everyday Supernatural explores what the Spirit-empowered life looks like for every Christian. God intended for each one of us to consciously depend on the Holy Spirit and use supernatural gifts as everyday tools. Relying on the Holy Spirit is not weird, full of hype, or something only for certain parts of the Church. It’s for anyone who wants to know God more fully.

How can painful times of waiting become sweet times with God? Whatever you are waiting for—a spouse, a child, a job—this season can be a time of beauty. Are you ready to find peace in the pauses and hope in the future? From Proverbs 31 speaker Wendy Pope and her new book "Wait and See."

Casting Crowns has consistently delivered songs that spur listeners to evaluate their relationship with God and with each other. In this 7-day devotional in partnership with The Overflow Christian Music Streaming Service, the Crowns team brings us biblical application to seven songs from their latest album, The Very Next Thing.

This 7-day devotional is based off The Garden, the new album from Kari Jobe.

In our busy lives, suffering is considered an unwelcome guest. But could suffering really be a blessing from God? Because Christ suffered, we should also expect to suffer as we live for him. God will sustain us in our suffering and will use our suffering as a means to help us grow into the Christian he needs us to be in order to impact his world.

Suffering can be perplexing. God’s people—and even Jesus himself—have often asked the “Why?” question when facing suffering. Scripture pulls back the curtain to reveal some, though not all, of God’s purposes in permitting suffering to enter our lives. Through it all, we are called to persevere faithfully, resting in the assurance of ultimate victory and eternal reward.

Known for winning three Dove Awards and blindness, Ginny Owens' biggest struggle has been battling with critical voices that distract her from what’s important. In her latest album Love Be The Loudest and in this 7-day devotional in partnership with The Overflow Christian music service, Ginny aims to direct us to God’s perfect voice of love and truth with the goal of moving us to action.

Prepare yourself for the Easter celebration by participating in this week-long study for women. The many stories of women in the Bible who were involved in the death and resurrection of Jesus will encourage and inspire you, bringing you to a closer relationship with Christ on this holiest week of the year.