Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Psalm 34:18

Are you tired of suffering in pain from past experiences? As children of God, healing belongs to us. When we are broken, we bring our brokenness to God, yet we too have a role in our healing. We partner with God to heal our hurt. In this 5-day devotion you'll encounter 5 Biblical principles that facilitate healing, exchange hurt for healing, and transform you from victim to victor.

As believers, we are all living with the expectation of living again. However, while we still live in these fleshly bodies, confronting death and grief can be heartbreaking. Learn how to navigate this space and let the healing process begin!

This 5-day devotional plan is designed for parents navigating the complexities of the holiday season while carrying the heartache of a prodigal child. Each day, we'll explore biblical wisdom, offer prayers, and provide practical advice to help you find peace, maintain hope, and embrace the true spirit of the season, even amidst your challenges.

In this five-day Bible reading plan, you are invited to help care for the precious big feelings of your little ones by pointing them to the truth of God’s Word and the wisdom of Jesus. Each day will provide you with Scripture, reflection questions, and kid-focused activities for you to do with your children on their big feelings days.

Have you wondered what it means to have hope and faith despite despair and heartache? Over 5 days, we'll explore biblical truths to help navigate life's hardest moments, even when prayers seem unanswered. We'll be reminded that even if God's plans differ from ours, He remains good.

Experiencing betrayal by a spouse can be deeply traumatic. Sadly, many Christians walk through the horrible aftermath of betrayal without guidance or support. This devotional was written to encourage, support, and guide hurting spouses on their journey to healing.

Hiding inside every man is a little boy. For some, this kid is healthy and strong. For others, he’s insecure. Afraid. Angry. And broken. That was me. I ignored the pain of my childhood wounds for decades. Maybe like me, you’ve suffered silently. In these devotionals I’m going to share part of my story and a biblical remedy to start healing your childhood wounds. You are not alone.

When life gets hard it is easy to wonder where God is and if he hears our prayers. Let me reassure you, he does! Keep standing in the light! May this Bible reading plan give you the hope you need for another day.

A wise man once said, "'Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." In Making the Most of Your Summer, Scott Savage shares the power of naming and embracing your current season in life. After finishing this 5-day reading plan, you'll have all the ingredients to make this an unforgettable summer.

Can I guess something about you? You don’t want to live a self-centered life. You want your life to matter. You want to feel closer to God and understand more. If that's you, then this plan is for you! Because when you find yourself where you never planned to be, you are in the middle of an amazing story. Something is happening here that is far bigger than you!

If you or your partner has been unfaithful, you’re probably wondering, “Is cheating forgivable?” Navigating unfaithfulness in a relationship isn’t easy, especially depending on the circumstances of the infidelity and the individuals involved. In this 5-day devotional, we share how to navigate unfaithfulness in a relationship with forgiveness, restoration, and reconciliation.

Working with and praying for athletes can be a wonderful experience. Athletes in Action has been doing it since 1966. Each day of this five-day plan gives a key principle used in athletic ministry. You can use these principles to provide a Biblical framework of worship and a base for prayer. This plan works with a "Pray for Five" focus or any prayer strategy for athletes.

Where do you turn in seasons of despair? What do you do when you don't know what to do? Let this 5-day devotional help you with your own sorrows, bring you to your knees, encourage you to confess your insufficiency and express your most genuine emotions. God can handle your suffering.

You've been disappointed, and you've disappointed someone else this year. We all experience disappointment, but disappointment doesn't have to define us. In this plan, I'll show you how to face your disappointment and watch God transform it. Healing is possible, and hope can be regained.

In January 2023, I lost my son to a drug overdose. The pain of that day and the days and months that followed is hard to convey in words. But in these devotions, I hope to share with you what has helped in my grief journey because I know that one testimony of how I’m making it after such a hard loss will likely help someone else who reads these words to keep going.

Domestic violence is the systematic way one person tries to gain power and control over another person physically, emotionally, sexually, spiritually, economically, or psychologically. It is not God's desire for human beings to interact with one another in this way. Instead, God calls everyone to love each other, as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.

For caregivers seeking hope, this 5-day plan, created by Shelly Calcagno, author of "The Longest Goodbye: A Family’s Hope-Filled Journey Through Alzheimer’s," offers guidance and encouragement. Drawing from her family's decade-long experience walking a long journey of loss, Shelly aims to inspire readers to find moments of joy and discover hidden gifts, even during their most challenging circumstances.

This plan is for you if you need encouragement during a challenging season. We understand that trials and tribulations are inevitable, but how we handle them significantly impacts the outcome and our mental health. This plan features inspirational stories of individuals who chose gratitude in tough times. They found hope and guidance in scripture and discovered peace amidst their struggles.

In this devotional, we explore the profound challenges that children face today, particularly those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, and depression. God’s Love and Understanding reminds us that as parents, we are called to reflect God’s unconditional love while providing a safe space for our children to express their fears and feelings. By fostering a supportive environment rooted in faith, we can help our children navigate their emotional challenges while instilling resilience through God’s promises.

This 5-day devotional is designed to provide comfort and guidance for individuals who are experiencing or have experienced abuse or are struggling with suicidal thoughts. Each day focuses on God’s love, healing, and the hope found in Christ, whilst also acknowledging the deep pain and suffering associated with abuse and suicidal thoughts.

Life is hectic, and sometimes you just need to pause, breathe, and reconnect with God. This 5-day plan from Bible Teacher Jen Weaver walks you through simple, powerful breath prayers to help you receive God’s peace, strength, and rest even on your hardest or busiest days. Experience God’s comfort, love, and guidance like never before. Take a moment to stop and breathe deeply, and let God’s word and presence fill you up.

Losing a loved one to the impact of addiction is one of the deepest pains we can ever feel. The helplessness and grief can threaten to overwhelm us, but one thing we can always be thankful for—if we can open our eyes long enough to see it—is that God is always with us.

This five-day devotional explores how God transforms our scars—physical, emotional, or spiritual—into testimonies of His grace. Through scripture, reflections, and actionable steps - you’ll uncover beauty in pain, courage in fear, and healing in brokenness. Each day encourages you to embrace God’s presence in struggles, find renewed hope, and see your story as a witness to His redemptive power and faithfulness. Let your scars reflect His goodness.

Dear Survivor, You are here, and that matters. This devotional is a sacred space to breathe, belong, and begin again. Through the story of Tamar, you’ll gather the torn threads of your life and invite God to weave something beautiful. Each day offers a thread of healing, worth, voice, release, reimagining, and reweaving. Come as you are. Light a candle. Breathe. You may cry, write, revisit a day, or rest. There is no wrong way to heal. You are not broken, you are becoming. You are not too far gone. Your life is a tapestry that God lovingly designed.

Illness in retirement can feel discouraging — but it may be God's invitation to finish well. This 5-day devotional offers hope, comfort, and perspective for those facing sickness later in life. Through Scripture and real stories, you’ll discover how your suffering can draw you and others closer to God. Whether healing comes or not, your faith can leave a lasting legacy that changes lives long after you are gone.