Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 13:4

The vocations of the characters in the Easter narrative can teach us a lot about how to glorify God in our own work today. In this five-day plan, we’ll look at the work of five of these characters (a rooster, Pontius Pilate, a Roman soldier, Simon of Cyrene, and Christ himself) to draw out applications for our own work today.

Based on the cinematic study The Easter Experience, this devotional will leave you thinking Easter changes everything. Themes include redemption, forgiveness, compassion, and love.

With all the eggs, baskets and bunnies, the true meaning of Easter is often lost. And as parents, it can be hard to help our kids make sense of it all. This daily devotional series can help!

Looking for a fresh beginning? Feeling dry and spent from the issues and pressures of life? Sometimes we need a little encouragement and biblical insight to inspire us toward a more passionate pursuit of Christ. In fact, there are times we’re not even thirsting for more of Him in our lives. But we don’t have to stay here. We can become thirsty again. This 6-day plan is here to help.

We all have a common denominator. We will die. I will die. You will die. Death will defeat you. You won’t be able to dodge it, sidestep it, trick it or make it disappear. But then there is Jesus, the man who defeated the grave. Jesus stood toe to toe with the grave and defeated death. When Jesus talks, the grave speaks.

Join Stasi Eldredge for this six-day study to reveal how Jesus restores the feminine heart, and allow you to discover the glorious design of women the way God originally intended. Based on the bestselling book "Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul" and guided by the author.

We have all said it, and we have all heard it; “Please, may I help you?” After experiencing my husband’s forequarter amputation, we learned to receive is humbling. However, through being humbled came blessings! Walk with me on this journey as we discover how to give and receive with grace!

The voices that fly around inside our minds can either create peace and balance or chaos and disruption. Join us in our 6 day devotional to help equip you in finding internal peace amongst the noise of life.

Hours before his execution, Jesus grabbed his disciples’ attention with a towel and a bowl of water. He knows they will all desert or betray him, yet he serves in humility and provides a new vision of leadership. This plan will help you meditate deeply on John 13:1-20 and consider its implications for Christ-shaped leadership in a global context.

The recent race crisis has brought awareness to generations of injustice. As leaders, as organizations, and as a nation, we need to change. Follow along for the next six days as we learn from Jesus to take six steps on the journey towards justice.

Have you recently felt “less than?” The truth is you’re a beloved child of God with an identity rooted in Him and a role to play in His kingdom—but insecurity and comparison hinder us from believing the truth. If you’re eager to incinerate insecurity and find freedom from comparison through God’s Word, join me on this plan. Together, we’ll discover and embrace the identity Jesus has given us!

There are so many aspects of Jesus’s life, relationships, and character that we can learn from. Over the next six days, we are going to take a closer look at examples in the Bible about how Jesus led and how we can model ourselves after him to become people who lead ourselves and others well.

Jesus told us that there is only one clear and best way that the world will know we are truly His disciples. LOVE. Specifically, our love for one another. But how loving are we to one another – really?

Jesus calls us to live in a way that is different than the world teaches. What did Jesus teach us when he gave up everything on the Cross and what does it mean to follow him? In this 6-day devotional, we will unpack the beautiful life God has for us and how we can yes to embracing what he has for us.

Jesus is the most influential person in history. His life, death, and resurrection not only revealed that he was God, but also transformed culture in ways we still experience today. This plan, based on the "Jesus the Game Changer" video series, explores themes such as equality, leadership, forgiveness, and care to demonstrate how the life and teaching of Jesus changed the world and why it matters. To explore further, watch the full series at www.jesusthegamechanger.com

Holy Week invites us to draw closer to God as we approach Easter. This six-day devotional from Hillsong Church reflects on the events that shaped Jesus’ last days on earth. Join us as we journey towards the agony of the cross, the silence of the tomb, and the hope of the resurrection, revisiting the deeply meaningful events that unfolded along the way.

'The Bible' is a powerful telling of stories from the Scriptures mixing live action with state-of-the-art CGI. From executive producers Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, 'The Bible' airs every Sunday night in March on the History channel (United States). This six-day plan will take you straight to the source, where you can read the Bible stories from Week 4 of this powerful television series.

If you are burnt out or opting out, you are missing out. Serving Christ is both a command and a privilege. So why do so many feel discouraged, disappointed, or disengaged in ministry? Find the answers and cultivate a heart that yearns to serve the King. Let His loving example inspire you to serve others—and receive the blessings of following Christ.

In the ancient Jewish world, “living water” referred specifically to a source of fresh, flowing water—such as a stream or river—which offered cool refreshment. Such waters were contrasted with “dead” or stagnant waters. “Living water” became a powerful image of the life God offers.

Do younger women see you as a safe haven? This plan gives practical advice and encouragement for Christian women who want to develop deeper friendships with the younger women in their lives but don’t know where to start.

Jesus came to seek and to save the lost. He came to serve, not to be served. As His followers, we know we've been called to do the same. In a culture that is plagued with consumerism, we believe that when we give our life away, we actually find life. Read more to hear more about what the Bible says about serving.

Presence Carriers is a compelling call to connect with God’s presence on a deeper level, making it integral to every part of our lives. God is committed to shaping each of us by His presence, according to His purposes. No event or circumstance is wasted in His diligence to form Christ in us. We must, however, be open to embrace change as a constant factor in our lives. 

Jesus was the greatest teacher. What can we learn from his example as we teach others? This plan walks you through some of the tactics Jesus used to communicate God's truth—tactics you can use to teach both children and adults. 

The Bible says that when you find a spouse, you’ve found a good thing. How do you make that feeling last? And can you continue growing closer? What does it take for a godly marriage to fulfill its promise? In this seven-day devotional from YouVersion, staff members share their answers to these questions and more. Each day includes a Verse Image you can share to honor your spouse.

Offering forgiveness to others is one of the most challenging, but life-giving aspects of the Christian faith. In forgiving we find healing for our own hearts. When we forgive, we become like Christ in offering undeserving mercy and grace in love. In this 7-day plan, you’ll embark on the journey to healing and restoration as you receive and give forgiveness in the power and presence of Jesus.