Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 1:4

The apostle Paul tells his readers, “We must suffer many things on our way into God’s kingdom” (Acts 14:22). Reading the book of Acts or hearing testimonies from Christians all over the world, these words are proven true. Believers face opposition and persecution. Maybe you experience affliction yourself. In this reading plan, we want to encourage you and to teach you how to handle affliction.

The first purpose of your life, or calling, is to let God love you. And to understand your life purpose, you have to start with God because he created you. God is love, and he made you in his image. In this plan, Pastor Rick teaches on this paradigm-shifting truth. You'll discover just what can happen when you embrace the fullness of God's love for you.

Sleepy Christianity is an 18-day journey through Hebrews that sounds the alarm on passive faith. If you’ve been coasting, drifting, or stuck in a rut, this guide is your wake-up call. With bold truths and practical questions, each day helps you trade spiritual slumber for strength, clarity, and conviction—fixing your eyes on Jesus as your High Priest and King. Wake up. Dig in. It’s time to have a faith that’s awake and not asleep.

The Penalty Kill Devotional helps athletes grow in faith by exploring the intersection of hockey and discipleship. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life examples, you’ll discover how to compete with integrity, lead with humility, and live with purpose—on and off the ice. Each day offers a biblical truth and practical challenge to strengthen your relationship with Christ and deepen your impact as a teammate, leader, and follower of Jesus.

It doesn’t matter if you have been downsized, laid off or outsourced, let go or fired. The pain is real, and the terrible toll of fear, anger, confusion, and uncertainty that happens when a person’s world collapses around him or her is much more than a statistical reality. It is just real. We pray that these devotionals will be used by Him to bring you hope and encouragement.

Are you ready to put away the distractions and focus on the greatest gift ever given? This Christmas season, join us for a four-week devotion and Bible reading plan as we celebrate Jesus—The Light of Christmas. Dig deeper and discover Jesus as the light of hope, peace, love, joy and salvation in your life. This truly is the most wonderful time of year—don’t miss out!

God did not create us to live empty, discouraged, fearful, and defeated lives. He created us for joy. A joy greater than our most challenging and chaotic circumstances. Edited by Karen Greer, Rachel Vaughn, and LaShawn Montoya. Voice talent by Linda Goldfarb.

What if absolute joy isn't found online, but in the connections we build offline? With God and with others. Offline is a 20-day devotional designed to help you log off the emotional rollercoaster and discover a joy that doesn’t fade when life gets hard. We'll explore how to find unshakable joy by connecting with God, building real-life relationships, navigating our emotions, and even finding purpose in suffering.

Has food become more about frustration than fulfillment? Made to Crave is the missing link between a woman’s desire to be healthy and the spiritual empowerment necessary to make that happen. In this 21-day challenge, you will be equipped with scripture and brief devotionals, helping you take your next step today.

This 21 Day Reading Plan will take the reader through a journey of hope during trying times, despair or tragedy. The reading plan is built from the critically acclaimed book, Taylor's Gift: A Courageous Story of Giving Life and Renewing Hope.