Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 3:5

Surrender to Jesus is a life-defining moment. But what does this decision mean and how do we live it each day? Is this only for the big decisions of life, or the super-spiritual person? Fear, previous failures, and misunderstanding can hold us back.  "Go Do Say Give" is a pledge/prayer that unpacks how to take the next steps in your spiritual journey. Experience the freedom that comes with following Jesus. 

Change creates chaos. If you're anything like me, you'd prefer control over chaos. In the digital age we live in, our pace is often faster than our capacity. We find ourselves running at break neck speeds, when all of sudden, a change comes that triggers anxiety, fear, panic and paralysis. We feel confused and disoriented, wondering, God, where are you? Let’s learn together how to find God in the change.

The Bible says there is power in your words – what you SAY after you pray is vitally important. So use your power for good! When you’ve prayed and asked God for something, don’t negate your prayer by speaking words of doubt and confusion about the situation. Let this devotional plan help you learn to speak words of faith over your life, and watch your victory come to pass!

God made incredible promises to us. Promises of his nearness, affections, and eternal life. But we have the power to choose our own way. God’s word won’t have power in our lives if we don’t read it. We won’t hear God if we’re not listening. We can’t experience his nearness if we fill our lives with other things. Let’s explore the ways we can experience the incredible promises of God.

The Bible reveals something quite staggering—God is unwilling to be left out of the human story, which means God is unwilling to be left out of your story! Use this plan to launch into a relationship with the Bible in a way that meets you where you are right now, and will help you become more aware that the God of the Bible is also the God of your story.

Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting yet stressful seasons of life. With a mountain of items on your to-do list, it can be challenging to prioritize preparing for your marriage! In this seven-day plan, we’ll discover some foundational truths found in scripture that will equip you for the commitment you’re preparing to make while also helping you battle the overwhelm often associated with the wedding planning process.

James’ letter to the church is loved for the practical advice it offers us. But there is something much greater in James’ letter: good news about a God who saves. Join us on this seven day plan to see how James preaches the gospel to us, calling us to live transformed lives that come from God’s generous gift of wisdom.

All of us want to be fully known + unconditionally loved. It’s hard to experience this in a marriage if you don’t feel heard or understood. How can we bridge the gap of distance when we aren’t getting through to one another’s hearts? Whether you’re in a great season or fighting to keep your marriage alive, this relatable 7-Day plan will equip you on how to ‘win’ in your communication.

As a dad, you want to build authentic relationships with your kids, but the bustle of family life can make it difficult to connect in meaningful ways. In this seven-day plan, Jay and Laura Laffoon will help bring your family closer to God and each other. Create lasting memories with your kids as you watch them grow into thriving young men and women of God. Family adventures await!

Do you possess spiritual gifts? These are God-given abilities to serve the church and glorify Him. Let’s uncover these gifts: prophecy, serving, teaching, encouragement, giving, leading, and showing mercy. After we study this passage, I hope you share your gifts for the benefit of the kingdom.

Adapted from the book The Body Revelation by Alisa Keeton, this 7-Day Journey offers devotions on the six stages of metabolizing pain, banishing shame, and connecting to God with your whole self. Don’t let the bad things that happened to you rip you off from the good God has for you! The Body Revelation will take you from feeling stuck in your body to living wholeheartedly.

James, the half-brother of Jesus, wasn’t one of Jesus’s twelve disciples. But as the Church grew after Jesus’s death and resurrection, he became one of the pillars of the Church. There's a lot we can learn from James about living out our faith in this Bible Reading Plan!

Join us as we dive into the book of James, exploring the wisdom and practical guidance for living out faith in action in three easy steps. Step 1. Read the passage. Step 2. Listen to our Ramp Conversation using the audio player for each day. 3. Use the RAMP study method—Read, Apply, Meditate, and Pray— to personally explore the passage and hear from God. JOIN US for this 7-day journey to reset your life with insights from James' teachings. Stay connected, stay grounded, and grow in Christ with us. Let's begin this spiritual adventure together!

Salvation is a gift that’s freely given to those who want it, but God doesn’t just meet us where we are—He calls us to more. We’re called to a life of action as we walk out our faith! As we study the book of James together, we’ll learn what it looks like to develop a faith that actually works.

Your words hold incredible power. The power to build or break, to heal or harm, to inspire or discourage. In this 7-day journey, you’ll discover how to tame your tongue and use it as a tool for life, leadership, and authority. Whether in your home, workplace, or community, this plan will challenge you to harness the power of your words to create ripples of impact. Thank you to Ryan Lewellyn for this plan, inspired by Brave Coaches, content by Chris Hart.

In Uncaged: Released To Live In The Freedom Of God's Promises, Pastor Jud Wilhite shares the eight key promises of God that can reshape your life and re-energize your faith. Jesus didn’t just die to save you from your sins—he died to give you a brand new life; a life free from worry, fear, shame, and condemnation, and filled with love, joy, and peace. A life where God’s power and promises live in you.

The book of James reads like a series of Post-it notes written by a pastor friend—daily nuggets of advice and information to revisit time and again. God wants to build your character—by following Christ's example and serving others. This 8-day series written by Bill Rumbaugh takes you through James, where you can find encouragement in living your Christian life.

The Beatitudes reveal the blessings and attitudes of the Kingdom that Jesus expects from all His followers. They show us what a life that pleases God looks like. To worship is not just to sing songs; to worship is to live surrendered to Christ. Every follower of Jesus is a worshiper when they choose to obey, to give themselves daily, and to reflect the character of the Kingdom through their life.

The nine months of pregnancy more often than not conjure images of fear, anxiety, pain and suffering. But this is far from what God intended it to be! God’s plan for your pregnancy is beautiful! As you delve into this plan, the lies of the devil concerning pregnancy will be exposed, and your faith will be strengthened as you understand God’s perspective of pregnancy outlined in His Word.

This 8-day Bible plan explores the practical and powerful truths of the book of James. With wisdom rooted in real life, James challenges us to live a faith that is active, authentic, and aligned with God’s heart. From enduring trials with joy to taming our words, resisting favoritism, and pursuing righteousness, each day offers simple yet profound guidance for growing in spiritual maturity. If you're looking for faith that works in everyday life, this is common-sense Christianity at its best.

Life demands we make critical choices, but how can you do so effectively? Your ability to discern can make all the difference in what your future looks like. As you read, you will discover how to measure what you are taught against the truth of God’s Word, how to develop a life-giving connection with God, and the path to finding clear direction from the Holy Spirit.

This plan covers the Book of James in 10 days with a devotional for meditative reading. The Book of James deals with wisdom for practical Christian living. Enjoy reading God's word and looking to Jesus who is our wisdom from above.

Share this leadership devotional with others as Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this powerful and timely message. The words that you speak are critical to your success. You can either use words that build up, uplift and navigate others through the storm — or you can use words that will derail and destroy homes and destiny — you choose. How will you be remembered in moments of crisis?

How should we respond to life’s trials? James’ letter delivers the answer: whatever comes, choose to live by faith. James digs into our struggles with temptations, unsound speech, conflicts, hardships and injustice. Trials are not meant to keep us weak and worried, but to make us strong. God-given faith includes power to transform our thoughts, priorities, decisions and relationships.

Men often talk a good game, but its our daily walk that shows our true character. In this Bible Study, you'll see how James challenges the church to put their faith to action, but also be encouraged to become a man of complete faith and integrity.