Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Thessalonians 5:16

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."

When we are mindful we allow God to bring our future hope into our present reality. This Reading Plan will help you unlock the secrets of living in a state of calm, peaceful, active attention on the present with God through the spiritual practice of meditative recurring prayer.

My passion is to see ordinary followers of Jesus grow into natural prayers who talk to God, listen to God, and interact with God at all times, in all places, through all circumstances. To do this, we will all need to learn how to pray with our eyes wide open, our ears wide open, our hearts wide open—our lives wide open! Come spend seven days learning how.

If you’re a fan of women's sports, then you can’t miss this reading plan from Museum of the Bible! Learn about the Bible’s role in the lives and careers of some of the greatest female athletes and coaches. From coaching legends such as Kay Yow and Sherri Coale to Olympic gold medalists such as Serena Williams, Missy Franklin, Jean Driscoll, and the 2016 U.S. Gymnastics Team, Museum of the Bible’s seven-day reading plan shares the Bible verses that inspired them to victory and consoled them in defeat.

In the Trinity we find all foundation for every title, tendency, and type in regard to how we serve or carry out the ministries that God has given to us. This study will explore how spiritual ministries are for serving not spectacle; to be servants not superheroes, and to seek the Spirit over spots or locations of power. 

This week we are excited about finding JOY in the midst of sorrow and experiencing the joy of the Lord in all circumstances. We desire to live a life of joy and yet how many of us know that the joy of the Lord is our strength? God’s will for our life is to rejoice and be joyful!

Raising kids is tough, even in the best of circumstances. In this seven-day devotional, real-world parents — who also happen to be staff members at YouVersion — share how they apply principles from God’s Word to this important aspect of their lives. Each day’s devotional includes a Verse Image you can use to help you share your own journey.

Being thankful is one of the most beautiful qualities of a Christian and makes us stand out amongst our non-believing friends as they see us expressing a thankful attitude for all things in our life, for we have so much to be thankful for. This week we focus on being thankful to the Lord every day, so that we end the week overflowing with thankfulness, praise, gratitude and joy.

Bible Reading Plan to Celebrate Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving Day is almost here! It all started in the 17th century among Christian families in the USA. They chose the fourth Thursday in November to thank God for his blessings on each and every day. Thanksgiving celebrations are spreading to other countries. Christians in general, families, churches and Christian organizations get together to thank God for his blessings. God’s Word teaches us and encourages us to be grateful. So, get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving Day, and follow this Bible reading plan. May the Lord be with you along the way! 

Movies can move your heart and transform your mind. If you want to be inspired and equipped by God’s grace so that you can have the more abundant life that Jesus promised in John 1:10, read Reel to Real .  While most of the culture has drifted away from the good news of John 1:10, more and more Hollywood movies proclaim it in word and deed. Movieguide®’s Reel to Real provides inspirational devotions that exemplify principles from God’s Word. Each devotion is insightful and uplifting, illustrating a meaningful theme.