Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Kings 18:38

The book of James is chock-full of practical wisdom for our work today. In this five-day plan, we’ll explore one truth from each of the book’s five chapters to help us do our most exceptional work for the glory of God and the good of others.

God’s anointing is not a symbol or decoration, it is fire, presence, and authority poured out to transform everything it touches. When the oil falls, the counterfeit and powerless ways of the world fall away, leaving what is pure, supernatural, and unstoppable. Over five days, this devotional explores Destiny that sets you apart, Divinity that brings God’s presence, Dominion that empowers bold action, Defense that protects, and Delight that releases overflowing joy and favor. This is not theory. This is not ritual. This is Real Oil Only!

It takes faith to pray. Faith is the foundation on which we build our knowledge of the reality of God. Great prayer reveals great faith, and great faith releases great prayers. Join me in learning more about prayer, it's meaning, and it's importance. I look forward to going on this journey with you! -Tauren Wells

What does the Bible have to say about Faith? Take a deeper dive with these bite-sized daily studies. Each day’s reading looks at a short passage of Scripture illuminated by study notes drawn from The King James Study Bible, Full Color Edition. Verse-by-verse annotations provide background information to help you put the Bible’s events and teachings into their proper setting. Doctrinal study notes provide explanation, illustration, and a practical application for daily living.

While we anxiously linger in life’s waiting rooms, we tend to think to ourselves, “This is not what I signed up for.” Our dreams seem to be stuck in a hopeless rut. We long for breakthroughs. In this Bible Plan, we’ll ask: “What is the purpose of our waiting?” We’ll walk in the prophet Elijah’s shoes to discover what God can do in us and through us while we wait.

GO2020 is focused on mobilizing people to pray for, care for, and share the gospel with those who don’t know Jesus. This week we will discover through God’s Word the incredible things that happen when God’s people pray.

The age of kings in Israel's history is filled with much revelation from God. In the midst of all the circumstances that the people and the rulers lived in, God manifested Himself and made Himself known. In this plan we will learn from some of these stories and worship the God of David with our whole being.

Advent is a season of waiting, hope and expectancy. As we prepare for Christmas day, we both celebrate the birth of Christ and look forward to the day He returns again. For the next 7 days, prepare for the celebration of our Savior by reading the Christmas story from a different perspective each day!

When part one of MADE for MORE was launched, we looked at what God MADE us for. In the next seven days we will explore the MORE we have all been made for. Over the next week, Dr. Kent Ingle, President of Southeastern University, will show us some of the ways that God’s Spirit works in his people and leads us into MORE.

Have you ever had the feeling that God was silent? Do you sometimes feel abandoned by God when you struggle to hear Him? In the Bible, we find many examples where God worked during or through periods of silence. In this Plan, we will explore some silent moments in the Bible. I hope that you will discover great ways to grow closer to God when He seems to be silent.

We know that in all things - dating included - we should trust God. But what does that really mean?! We’re going to look to the bold and often desperate prophet, Elijah, to see how to truly place our trust in God. Join us as we learn to surrender (and re-surrender) what’s happening in our life now, so we can ultimately place our faith in God for our future.

This fourth devotional in the “Fear of the Lord” series expands on the connection between the fear of God and the resulting obedience to His word. Through obedience to God and His ways, our faith is strengthened. Through Abraham’s obedience, Joseph’s unwavering faith, Elijah’s restoration, Daniel’s rescue from the lions’ den, and Saul’s transformation into Paul, we see the common essential quality displayed is courageous fear, which always yields glorious treasure.

Finding The Light in Suicide takes a deeper look into the prophet Elijah's life through a study of 1 Kings 19:1-21. Find Biblical truth in three minutes a day for one week in this study on Suicide.

Trusting God isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s really hard, right? Almost impossible! When life isn’t simple or going according to plan, we must place our hope in the One who knows all things. The good news is this: God is in control. He holds your todays, your yesterdays, and all of your tomorrows. Begin trusting him afresh today.

God always preserves a remnant of true believers in an unbelieving world. They are his faithful witnesses who stand against the world’s systems, fleshly appetites, and devilish schemes. Often they stand alone facing floods, fires, lions, and giants, in order to faithfully follow God. In this seven-day plan, reconsider some of your favorite biblical stories through the eyes of the believing and courageous remnant.

What is enduring faith? It's characterized by a deep trust and commitment that persists, even in the face of adversity or uncertainty. Having enduring faith can provide strength, guidance, and hope during life's trials and tribulations. In this 7 day plan you will read stories of steadfast and unwavering faith in God and will inspire you to live out your faith with endurance and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus.

God has a strange habit: He chooses the imperfect and unsuitable people to do His great works. Not superheroes, not the strongest or the bravest, but precisely those who feel too weak, insecure and, let's face it, sometimes even a little disastrous. And yet, it is precisely on them that God builds His plan, transforming them with His love and grace. A bit like a craftsman who takes a block of rough marble and, with patience and mastery, creates an extraordinary work.

I believe that this is our time as Christians to be fully consumed by God. This Devotional, from my book “Living a Life Consumed by God”, is meant to equip and empower us as believers to live our lives as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, so that we can live the full life of freedom that Christ has for us! Are you ready to lay it all down before God? Are you ready to become a living sacrifice?

Haven't we all started a relationship with a word, maybe ignited by a thought or an action? Haven't we also wanted to be heard in a group or in one on one interactions? In this plan, you will be shown how different people in the Bible shared personal relationships with God and therefore approached Him for different reasons. In addition to hearing their prayers, God answered them and blessed their lives, and a new relationship begins with God and so does a new journey with God!

Elijah, an Old Testament prophet of God, lived a life of faith. The Bible says he was a normal person just like us, yet he prayed enormous prayers – and God answered! Elijah saw God’s miraculous provision and heard God’s voice, but also encountered doubt and despair. This 9-day plan by David Guzik will encourage you to follow Elijah’s example and trust in the living God!

Have you been waiting on God for something He has promised you? Are you getting tired of waiting? Far from being a state of inactivity, the waiting period is one of the most active periods of the Christian journey. Join me as we explore the challenges we face in waiting patiently on God and learn how to embrace the necessary mind shift to benefit from our waiting seasons.

Growing up as young people, we can face many challenges. The teenage years are filled with different pressures and influences that can make standing strong in our faith difficult. We all go through hard times, whether friendships, family, mental health, or insecurity. Over the next ten days, we will dive into some of the heroes of the faith, the challenges they faced, and the lessons we can learn from them.

"Seeing with Your Ears" is a devotional plan that teaches believers to prioritize hearing God's voice over relying on natural sight, especially during crisis or uncertainty. It explores how faith comes by hearing, emphasizing spiritual sensitivity, obedience, and trust in God's Word even when circumstances seem contrary. The plan encourages believers to walk by faith, develop discernment, and live by divine revelation rather than emotional or physical evidence.

Have you noticed that the world around you is getting darker and evil seems to be winning? God's Word is both timeless and timely and the story of Elijah in 1 & 2 Kings shows how God was faithful to His people even in the midst of demonic destruction. Elijah was one of the greatest men, after Jesus Christ, to ever live, and his boldness will encourage you to stand firm against the ultimate Enemy.

So often, we are confronted with situations where we feel completely powerless. We tried everything, but there is just no breakthrough. In such situations, we need to understand that it is possible to move people through God by prayer alone. Too often, we want to lend God a hand. Throw yourself on God - He is able.