Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Timothy 4:8

As prominent supporters of their families, dads are pillars of strength and carry a lot of weight on their shoulders. When life gets overwhelming, God reminds us that we are not alone. This 5-day plan just for Dads will help you learn to lean on God for strength and wisdom for the journey of fatherhood and beyond.

At times, our Christian walk can seem complex, but fortunately enough we have been provided with a powerful guide -- scripture. Returning to the fundamentals of Christianity, we see the disciplines that the Lord established to shape our lives. This plan will explore four key basic practices that serve as the building blocks for disciples of Christ. These practices provide a firm foundation for a life centered on Christ.

FCA Endurance is a ministry primarily reaching adult athletes who are involved in running, biking, swimming, obstacle course racing, CrossFit, and other forms of fitness. Endurance athletes are committed to a lifestyle of fitness that requires disciplined training and competition. This 5-day reading plan focuses on training to be Christ-like, bringing glory to God in the endurance sports world.

What is a leader? How does God want me to lead? These are the questions we will be studying as we move through this plan. God’s directions, or blueprints, in the way you lead, unlocks new things in our faith, life, and relationships. And this plan is a great starting point for figuring out what that can look like in your life!

Join us as we start "March Manness," a 5-day devotional where the dynamic world of basketball meets our spiritual journey in Christ. Through this series, we'll explore how the principles of teamwork, discipline, leadership, overcoming adversity, and celebrating victories on the court mirror our walk with the Lord, guiding us closer to Him and each other.

Being the parent of a young athlete can be very challenging. Research has shown that children in sports do better in school, miss fewer days of school, and develop socioemotional life skills. If we can also do that from a biblical perspective, how great would that be? Let’s glean from the Old Testament to help us be godly parents.

Working with and praying for athletes can be a wonderful experience. Athletes in Action has been doing it since 1966. Each day of this five-day plan gives a key principle used in athletic ministry. You can use these principles to provide a Biblical framework of worship and a base for prayer. This plan works with a "Pray for Five" focus or any prayer strategy for athletes.

What does it look like to raise godly kids in a godless world? And how can you parent your child’s heart, not just their head? Many parents settle for raising good kids instead of godly adults by trying to control a child’s behavior rather than cultivate a child’s heart, but this doesn’t have to be you! In this 5-day plan, you’ll find out how to successfully parent your child’s heart, not just their head, to raise not just good but godly kids.

Have you felt like you needed a hug of encouragement lately? Well this Reading Plan is for you! St. Paul wrote this letter to Timothy to encourage him in his many responsibilities. The letter lays the foundation for making wise decisions in every step of life.

How can you be Active in your Faith Daily? Through the trials and tribulations of life, it is vital that we are both physically and spiritually fit. The Active Faith Sports team developed this reading plan to provide practical ways to be Active in your Faith and your Fitness. Instructional videos have been provided by Terry Williams of the League Elite Training Facility in Houston, Texas.