Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Psalms 73:17

Why is contentment so challenging to achieve? And why is comparison so hard to overcome? Over these next few days, join author Bridgette Tomlin as she breaks down what Scripture actually defines as the sin of discontentment. Be challenged through God's Word to kick comparison & discontentment to the curb with intentional gratitude.

The book of James is perhaps the earliest book written in the New Testament era and is categorized as the ‘Proverbs of the New Testament’ due to its practical messages. Here are six practical instructions from the book of James that will help you as you move forward in your daily life journey.

Reading and praying the Psalms is a humble pilgrimage. The various authors, including King David, share their innermost thoughts and struggles in their relationships with others and the One True God. They doubt. They ask questions. They marvel. They believe. Don’t we do the same? Ancient writings? Yes. But relevant for each of us today. Each day’s study includes an option to pray through that day’s Psalm with grace-filled intentionality.

When David wrote this psalm, he wasn’t relishing in abundance, propping his feet up in the palace. David was really in the valley of the shadow of death – it’s possible there was a death warrant on his head. Yet, he spoke of peace in the valley because he knew the Good Shepherd. What he discovered there in the valley is yours for the asking, as well.

Rooted in the Passion Movement since the very beginning, Passion music is committed to leading people toward one name—Jesus. Through their songs, their desire is to draw people into fresh encounters and greater intimacy with God. Walk through their new album,  Whole Heart,  and dive further into the meaning behind the music with this 8-day devotional written by Melodie Malone of Passion, inspired by songs from the new album. 

Why doesn't God do something about suffering and trouble? This ancient question is still being asked today. Doesn't God care? Jesus suffered for us and was well acquainted with grief. Christianity was born in suffering and the Bible has much to say about it. This Bible Plan features lively coversations between Lyn and Sam who raise provocative questions and offer intriguing responses.

Between Psalm 1 and Psalm 150 we find every kind of prayer; prayer that includes every emotion, complaint, resolution, lack of resolution, marvel, wonder and praise, and everything in between.

Our Daily Bread: Remembering 9/11 tells stories of how God carried people through that difficult time and gave them hope for the future. This reading plan can help us all find hope, encouragement, and the assurance that God is always with us even in our darkest moments.

Have you ever thought, “I’m not good enough?” What about any of these other thoughts? I’m not worthy of being a Christian. Other people are better Christians than I am. I’m the worst sinner ever. God could never forgive what I have done. God isn’t listening to my prayers. These are attacks of the devil. This plan will show how to defeat them all and more.

In the midst of a dark and trying year, we’ve had a hope and light to guide us through. That light is the presence of God illuminated through His Word, even for those disproportionately affected by the pandemic and those who serve on the frontlines. This 20-day journey is full of devotional articles and reflections that will remind you of God’s presence and faithfulness in times of struggle.