Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Isaiah 40:8

In a society that values physical beauty, worldly achievements, and popularity, many young people suffer under the weight of the world’s expectations. Thankfully, the Creator of the world doesn’t judge our beauty through these impossible ideals. Instead, he focuses on the character of our hearts. Join Kristen Wetherell for this 7-day devotional as she traces the theme of beauty to help young readers know and love the one who created them. As readers marvel at the beauty of God, they will be transformed, learning that the more they appreciate God’s beauty, the more beautiful they will become.

Before the Bible was bound, the truth was written. "Oracles of God: The Story of the New Testament" is a 7-day devotional journey through Scripture’s divine origins, fulfillment in Christ, and faithful preservation through time. Discover how God’s Word was spoken, recorded, and passed down from generation to generation so that you might know His truth today. Each day explores the living power of the Word and how it continues to transform hearts. Let this devotional strengthen your faith and deepen your confidence in the reliability, authority, and eternal endurance of God’s Word.

Welcome to the Friendly Forest, where Blaze, Hensley, Hoo, Cubby, and Flora live! They have come together to rebuild their home after a big storm blew through the forest. Can they navigate this big change in their community? Adapted from Adventures in the Friendly Forest: A 30-Day Storybook Devotional for Kids by Amanda Jass, this reading plan will help kids ages 5 to 10 grow in faith and character and discover how God is with them through change and life’s ups and downs.

As the half brother of Jesus, James knew a side of our Lord that few others did. He ate with Him, slept with Him, played brotherly pranks. He worked alongside Jesus in the carpenter’s shop. He loved his brother. But as is the case in so many families, James was too close to his brother to recognize Him as special. I can only imagine the confusion and embarrassment James felt when his big brother told people He was the Messiah! I can only imagine the shame James carried when his big brother was executed like a common criminal. Then, after Jesus was dead and buried, James saw Him. His brother, whom he loved, stood right before his eyes! James lived out the remainder of his days building the church. We never hear James boasting about his relationship with Jesus. Instead, he refers to himself as Jesus’ servant. He calls his fellow Christians “brothers.” The book of James doesn’t tell us how to become a Christian. Instead, it is a practical how-to guide for Christian living. He tells us to persevere, to stand firm in our faith. He tells us to stop talking about our faith and start living it. He tells us to treat everyone equally and to stop playing favorites, to control our tongues, to seek God for all of life’s answers. James is a no-nonsense kind of guy. So pour yourself a cup of coffee and flavor it just right. Then, sit back and get ready to learn timeless lessons from James 1, the brother of our Lord.

This holiday season, take some time to slow down and reflect on God's goodness and the precious gift of Christ with us.

Jesus was led into the desert for 40 days and nights, and we get a front-row seat to the temptations He faced as His time in the desert came to an end. Over the next 9 days, let’s journey through the desert, taking time to examine the lessons found only in the desert. May we come out of the desert different from when we went in.

We've made an art form out of our dislike of people. Jesus tells us that loving others is the second greatest commandment, so how can we restore our love for the people around us again? This 9-day devotional, designed for military families but applicable to any family, helps us understand that Jesus has given us several strategic steps that will help us love people, as he does.

Many people feel worried about all kinds of things. But Jesus tells us: “Do not be anxious about your life.” He gives us several good reasons not to worry. Will you join us and read on?

Follow along as we reflect on the idea that #KillingIt  is "killing us." This series will be inspired by the first 2 chapters of the book of 1 Corinthians, looking at Paul's intro into how to live a life in the way of the cross. "For the message of the cross if foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God." 1 Corinthians 1:18

The Bible starts with the words “In the beginning, God…,” and the focus stays on Him throughout every chapter and verse. In this ten-day plan, Alistair Begg considers who God is, what He’s done, and what that means for you and me, all the while inviting you to “behold your God!”