Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 John 4:7

Christmas for many of us is a time of celebration and community, but for others it can be a time of loneliness and pain. This week Jon Owen (Pastor and CEO of Wayside Chapel, Sydney) reflects on the radical life of Jesus – a life defined by love and a heart for the oppressed and marginalised. There is hope, and we have a part to play.

In this plan we will undertake a study of the book of 1 John, in the New Testament. The book of 1 John is the first of three books, written by John the elder to house church believers. The book of 1 John encourages believers to remember that God is light and love and therefore to live lives that reflect that light and love with one another and the world.

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. In the face of challenges, Alexander Hamilton repeatedly declares, “I am not throwin’ away my shot!” In this five-day reading plan, Pastor Skip encourages fathers to apply that refrain to the high calling of fatherhood and other areas of the Christian life.

If you've ever wondered why it seems like such a struggle to make and maintain friendships as an adult--it's not just you. This 5-day devotional will encourage you, remind you that you're not alone, and walk with you as you learn to develop and nurture intentional relationships. Based on Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston's book I'll Be There (But I'll Be Wearing Sweatpants).

This 5-day reading plan takes couples on an inspiring journey to strengthening their marriage. Couples will learn how to develop the never-give-up, never-quit mentality every relationship needs in order to combat the enemy's constant attacks. Based on Chad Robichaux’s newest book, Fight for Us, this plan will prepare your marriage for any battle the Enemy brings your way.

Discover a Kingdom perspective on relationships at work and how to build those relationships in a God-honoring way. This 5-day plan will walk you through some of the more challenging aspects of relationships with people at work and equip you to bring peace, foster mutual respect and contribute to a working environment that empowers others so everyone can work at their best.

Christian leadership is radically different from any other form of leadership. With the church and community crying out for good leaders, this plan is the second of seven foundations for Christian leaders God calls to have a powerful godly influence. There is a lot of work involved in these plans, but it will be worth it. You can't lead anyone without love.

Since the beginning of time, humanity has yearned for love that is short of perfect. The kind of love we want and which we spend a lifetime pursuing. But there’s a kind of love that we need, and that love has pursued us all along. A love fully demonstrated by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. This Bible plan will help readers draw closer into God’s everlasting love.

Engaged? Have you picked out your vows yet? More importantly, do you know what they mean? Use God’s word to prepare your heart for marriage. This 5-day plan by Christina Dodson gives you Biblical understanding of the key parts of the wedding vows and helps you prepare your heart before you say, “I do.”

1 John is one of three letters written by John the Beloved, the same author as the Gospel of John and Revelation. Written as a response to false teaching in the church, John reminds his readers that just as God is both love and light, true believers are to show love and light to the world.