Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 17:40

Have you ever wondered how God’s plan for humanity all started? The Basic Training Challenge walks you through the thread of the Old Testament story in this reading plan. Similar to your basic training, this plan will challenge you to get spiritually fit in God’s Word.

Doing hard things gives you extraordinary capabilities. As your character is refined under pressure, it helps shape a clearer picture of your unique place in the world and influences how you serve, lead, and relate to those around you. This plan will take a look at the origins of God’s character through his first dealings with people and how he’s cared for us throughout history.

Fasting is a spiritual discipline that makes our prayers focused, opens our hearts, and releases God’s presence to us. It is an ancient practice that finds its roots in Biblical history and has been a blessing to the global church for thousands of years. This is a good devotional for both new and seasoned Christians on Fasting, provided by The Vine Church Hong Kong.

This Bible Plan will help you to meditate on what the sacrificial death of Jesus on the Cross has obtained for you, help you to boldly confess the truth of God’s Word and encourage you to pray using simple points during these 21 days. I would encourage you to fast, pray and re-dedicate your lives.

By the end of this study, we pray that you will know God’s voice better, that you will know when and how he speaks, and feel compelled to obey. As we study Scripture, we will discover that God’s plan cannot be thwarted regardless of who is in power. The point of the original monarchy found in 1 and 2 Samuel, illustrates that from the beginning.

Life is filled with unexpected setbacks. Fear, failure, and resistance threaten to stall our progress and discourage our faith. But throughout the Bible, we see that when God calls someone forward, obstacles are simply part of the journey—not the end of it. In this Bible Reading Plan, explore the life of David to see how faithful obedience and trust in God’s strength enables us to keep moving forward, even when the path is blocked.

The Bible is full of examples of amazing people who demonstrated courage. But can a kid live out extraordinary courage in just their ordinary life? This plan includes some kid-friendly videos of some Bible greats and takes us through their stories of courage while also exploring other verses and passages that challenge us to live with courage in our everyday walk with Christ.

From Genesis to Revelation, “God’s Redemption Story” outlines the narrative of God’s plan for the reconciliation of humanity. This 12-part reading plan summarizes the story of the Bible. Judges through 2 Samuel continues the story of Israel's rise as a nation and seeing God use unlikely people to establish His plan and purposes.

What does it mean to trust God when the story isn’t finished? House of David, Season 2: Trusting God in the Middle of the Story is a 30-day journey through the life of David—his battles, waiting, friendships, failures, and worship. Along the way, you’ll see the sharp contrast with Saul, who grasped for control, and David, who leaned on God. Each day offers Scripture, reflection, and a question to help you find courage, hope, and trust in the middle of your story. You can watch House of David Season 2 on the Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video.

As believers, we face challenges that can diminish our joy and peace. This devotional invites you to embark on a journey to rest, reset, and renew your mind with biblical truths. Embrace the hope that God will restore your joy and grant you peace beyond your circumstances. Over the next 30 days, reclaim your joy and experience peace that surpasses all understanding.

What is God inviting you to say "yes" to in this season? Your God-sized dream is a goal—big or small—that fits his plans and your heart. This 30-day plan will help you trade fear for faith, confusion for clarity, and pressure for the adventure of moving forward with Jesus one step at a time. Each day offers Scripture, a short reading, a prayer, and two reflection questions. Go through it on your own, with a group, or as a church. Start your God-sized Dreams journey today!

NASB 2020 a faithful rendition in music. Instructions: If you go to the NASB 2020 translation and switch the audio narrator to Music Bible the entire Bible audio will switch to the Music Bible Audio. Experience the captivating stories of 1 and 2 Samuel in just 30 days through word-for-word Scripture songs. Each day, listen to passages that recount God’s faithfulness, the rise of King David, and the triumphs and trials of His people—brought to life through music. Whether you’re working, traveling, or resting, let the melodies help these powerful narratives settle deeply in your heart.

April – No complicated content, just a monthly chronological journey through the Bible. The Bible isn’t arranged in the order events happened; it’s organized by genre. April moves from the chaos at the end of Judges into the hope of Ruth and the rise of Israel’s kings in 1 Samuel and early 2 Samuel. You’ll see God working through faithfulness and failure, raising leaders, shaping a nation, and remaining present even when His people struggle. Along the way, this month highlights God’s patience, His sovereign plan, and His steady movement toward redemption despite human weakness.

1 Samuel charts the rise and fall of several of Israel’s leaders. You’ll meet the notoriously arrogant king Saul and see the ascent of the man after God’s own heart – David. You’ll read of dangerous battles, murder plots, giants and even more surprises in this book.  You’ll see that despite turbulence in leadership, seemingly strong enemies and spiritual decay God is very much at work orchestrating the fall of the proud and the rise of the humble. What an encouragement for us today when we are faced with challenges not too dissimilar to these! 

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who provides everything we need. This 31-day devotional is centered on a passage of Scripture that has been a source of strength, peace, and comfort throughout the generations: Psalm 23. On each day of the journey through this beloved psalm, you’ll have an opportunity to reflect on the many ways Jesus shows us His love and goodness in our lives.

We are in the last days, and it is important as Christians to be built on the right foundation for us to be victorious. This 31-day devotional will provide you with the tools to arm yourself for the end-time battle.

In this 31-day scripture reading plan, explore the lives of Old Testament Bible characters such as David, Daniel, Esther, and many more. Witness how God moved through them and you’ll soon learn more about God, His character and His love for you. We invite you to walk on this journey together with us!

Daily Bible reading plan with four daily reading passages in four categories: Old Testament History, Old Testament Poetry/Prophecy, New Testament Narrative, and New Testament Epistle. Created by Indian Hills Community Church.