Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:17

How should we respond to life’s trials? James’ letter delivers the answer: whatever comes, choose to live by faith. James digs into our struggles with temptations, unsound speech, conflicts, hardships and injustice. Trials are not meant to keep us weak and worried, but to make us strong. God-given faith includes power to transform our thoughts, priorities, decisions and relationships.

Jesus said, "By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples." (John 15:8) This reading plan will help the financial disciple to meditate on how the fruit which the Holy Spirit produces works out financially in our lives. In the next 10 days, we will look at each of the characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit with their financial applications.

The purpose of fruit is to be picked and consumed. The Holy Spirit grows His fruit in us so we can nourish others. We shouldn’t think about our own benefit, and yet, exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit blesses us as well. The fruit of the Spirit involves our time, faith, and trust. As you read through this plan, you’ll learn how to cultivate God’s special fruit.

Meanwhile is the test of faith between a crisis and God’s visible intervention. I have learned that often a meanwhile can produce a mighty long and incredibly challenging mean-while. Such is the story of Joseph in the Old Testament. The historical account of this young man will convince you that when God is involved, He is more than able to turn your meanwhiles into miracles…just as He did for Joseph.

The Lord God is good and loves giving people good gifts. He offers us eternal life, righteousness, and the Holy Spirit in our hearts — and much more. He does not require any payment from our side. This reading plan will help you to learn what precious gifts God has for you!

You are so deeply loved. It is not even possible to measure the love God has for you. Experiencing God's love activates and empowers our faith. This 10-day plan will help you connect to the Father's heart and the power of His love. Let the love of the Father transform you from the inside out.

This Bible plan was written by teenagers for teenagers so that young people would not just survive this season of their lives but thrive in this season of their lives. Enjoy this 10 day devotional as you go deeper with God and why not invite one of your mates to join in too.

Want to train for the win? Coaches and athletes are invited to strengthen their spiritual fitness with these devotions from Our Daily Bread.

Daily Prayers for Mornings is designed to help readers build this rewarding habit by offering inspired devotions; selected Scriptures that focus on God’s provision of strength, wisdom, and hope; and prompts for starting daily conversations with our Heavenly Father. The simple practice of prayer can make a world of difference.

Men often talk a good game, but its our daily walk that shows our true character. In this Bible Study, you'll see how James challenges the church to put their faith to action, but also be encouraged to become a man of complete faith and integrity.