Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Philippians 2:5

I’ve discovered something surprising: living for myself is a lot of work. Focusing on how to be the best “me” sounds freeing, but it is actually a crushing weight—because God calls us to know the joy of focusing first on him. I hope this glimpse into my book Free of Me resonates with your own desire to let go of yourself and hold on to God. It’s where we find true freedom!

Now, more than ever before, the world needs people committed to kindness. This study complements Hal Donaldson's latest book, Your Next 24 Hours , and challenges readers to be a force for good at home, work and in their communities.

A 7-Day Devotional from John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 , was created to help people grow into their desired leadership roles, as well as provide insight on useful leadership qualities , as well as tactics used to strengthen those traits.

How has God shown his love, or his power? The Jesus Bible showcases the ways in which God communicated with us, his creations, through Jesus Christ in both the Old and New Testaments. This 7-day reading plan illuminates the characteristics of God to help deepen your understanding and awe of his gifts. 

You know God offers you a more abundant life than the one you're living, but the sad truth is comparison holds you back from going to the next level. In this reading plan Anna Light uncovers insights that will shatter the lid comparison puts on your capabilities, and help you live the free and abundant life God designed for you. 

What guests want most when they come to your church is to feel comfortable, heard, and welcomed. True hospitality is not just what we do, but how we make guests fee,l so they can receive God’s truth in the church service or event. Whether you are a staff member, pastor, or volunteer, here are a few things to keep in mind as you create an atmosphere in your church that draws people to Jesus.

When your marriage is in a fragile state, there have been many misunderstandings, you are hurting and feel all alone, sometimes a little practical help can make a big difference. These 5 dos and don'ts may surprise you, but they are tried and true ways to find comfort, strength, and healing as you trust in the Lord to re-establish oneness and intimacy in your marriage.

Let's be honest: self-help is no help. The best thing for you to do is seek the Holy Spirit for hope, help, and healing. Based on Spirit-Filled Jesus by Mark Driscoll, this 7-day devotional shows you how to experience the same source of life-giving power that Jesus did.

We all need a quiet, undisturbed place where we speak freely to God without restraint or fear of judgment. A place that allows us to sit and listen to His response. In such moments, reading God’s Word becomes a conversation with the One who loves us perfectly and completely. Answers are shaped by His breath—as all Scripture is God-breathed. Come and offer your worship to the One whose mercy and ceaseless grace shape your existence.

Gratitude is like a muscle—it gets stronger if we consistently give it attention and push it beyond its level of comfort. Conversely, if we fail to exercise it consistently, our ability to be thankful atrophies. It needs to become a habit. With that in mind, here are seven habits of thankful athletes, mental choices that athletes can incorporate into their daily lives to grow and maintain their gratitude “muscles.”