Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 3:16

Get a fresh perspective on the practical wisdom of James. Brothers and sisters from Africa share about children at risk, "tongue meat", favoring the rich, healing, and more. Featuring insight from the Africa Study Bible and questions for reflection or discussion, let the global church encourage you to put your faith to work.

Ever said something you wish you could take back? Of course you have. We all have. Even if what you said was true, those words may have cost you your job, your reputation, or a relationship. Conversations don't come with backspace buttons, so how do we prevent our mouths from getting us in trouble next time? For the next five days, let’s explore ways to work on taming our tongues.

Making good choices. Patience. Moderation. You know what these three things have in common? God says they’re full of wisdom. But can God give wisdom to a pre-teen? Don’t you have to be old and gray to be wise? Nah. This five-day Bible Plan will show you that God can give you wisdom, no matter how old or young you are!

Many of us see wisdom as something more experienced people have. But, we really can have it no matter how long we’ve lived. This 5-day Plan will give you insight into what godly wisdom actually is and how to gain it.

Pastor Jamin Goggin and theology professor Kyle Strobel invite readers on a journey to uncover Jesus’ seemingly contradictory way to power: weakness.

Christian leadership is radically different from any other form of leadership. The church and community are crying out for good leaders. This plan is the third 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. "Heart for God" is foundational because it produces godly character and wisdom.

Is it hard to trust God with your children? Do you endlessly worry about how every decision you make will impact your kids? Join us for this 5 day plan written by Audra Haney, where she tackles some of the most common struggles in Christian moms: fear, anxiety, legalism, mom guilt, and burnout. With Him, we can move from fear + worry to faith!

In the Old Testament, God describes himself as a jealous God. In other places in the Scriptures, human jealousy nearly always appears sinful. Can jealousy ever be a good thing for people to have? Can a husband or wife have good and right jealousy for their spouse?

Written by Jesus’ brother, the book of James is a practical guide to living a Christ-centered life. James encourages his readers to remain steadfast in a trial, tame the tongue, and humble themselves before the Lord. The practicality of the letter reminds us that true faith is seen in a life marked by faithful works.

We all want to be liked, accepted and included. It hurts when others reject us. But the enemy isn’t the person who leaves you out—Satan wants you to feel you don’t belong anywhere. How do we recognize and thwart Satan’s tactics to enjoy a deeper relationship with God and others? It starts with knowing that God made us to belong with him.