Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Corinthians 9:26

This plan is a continuing discussion on running the “race set before us” from the book of Hebrews, chapter 12, verse 1. In each of three parts, we will discuss one disciplined commitment that successful Christ followers may utilize to finish their race, still running strongly. The disciplines follow us through all stages of life and we never outgrow our need/benefit from their application.

As a young father of two precious children, Tommie Harris Jr. lost his wife to a brain aneurysm. At that point, he had to learn to stand on his knees. Tommie was a chubby kid, a high school athlete, a college football All-American and an NFL star. He learned to play through the pain at every level. This plan is the fourth of five in the series.

Self-discipline—whether with your time, food, or money—is a good and God-honoring thing. But it can easily become an ultimate thing and thus turn into a soul-sucking idol. How can you avoid crossing over to the dark side of discipline? That’s the question you’ll answer in this 3-day reading plan.

In Who Am I?, Michael S. Carlton empowers readers to recognize who they are from a biblical perspective, uproot the lies the enemy has planted in their minds, and pursue the purpose God has placed in their lives.

Does church sometimes feel like a chore? Do you wonder why you can't just pray and worship at home? Check out this short three-day plan for a new vision and appreciation of how God meets with us in the weekly gathering of his people.

Have you ever wanted something so desperately that despite the hindrances and setbacks you persevered until you had it in your grasp? Well, walking with Jesus is similar. Though the road to the finish line can be long, frustrating, bumpy, and filled with so many ups and downs, you can determine to fashion your life like the Apostle Paul and keep your eyes on the prize. God will give you the strength to keep on going and to finish strong.

How many of us have said this year will be different? My prayer is that it really will be. God designed us with a specific purpose. And the life He's given us is meant to be lived pursuing that purpose. Not looking back or standing stagnant, but relentlessly going after Him with passion and expectation. My prayer is that this devotional aids you in that pursuit. Ok, Ready, Set GO!

Do you often struggle to find the time to get in a workout as well as spend quiet time with the Lord? Sometimes life gets so busy you just can't find time to squeeze in one more thing. For the health-conscious believer this Abide plan helps you both trim your waist and boost your faith.

J.R.R. Tolkien was convinced that he would never finish "The Lord of The Rings". But through fellowship with other Christians, such as C.S. Lewis, Tolkien persevered. During this time, Tolkien wrote a brilliant parable called, "Leaf by Niggle". In this four-day plan, I’ll highlight biblical truths from that short story which give us great hope for our work today.

The Christian life sometimes feels like a long, winding race. The race has its rules, and we must run so that we can win. Doing this will require hard work and sacrifice to achieve top performance. This second reading plan of the RUN TO WIN series will open our eyes to see God as the Heavenly Coach who takes us to victory.

This four-day reading plan explores how to RESET, RENEW, REFUEL, and be READY in a competitor’s sport and faith. To learn more about the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, visit fca.org.

Living a set apart life for God is paramount for Christians believers today. By embracing this distinctive lifestyle, believers not only uphold our faith but also serve as beacons of righteousness, inspiring others to follow suit. It's a testament to unwavering dedication, ensuring that one's actions resonate with the divine principles that guide a truly fulfilling Christian journey.

Perseverance can be a challenge. Yet, if we know and understand the purpose we persevere towards, we can keep perspective. This 4-day Bible study digs deeper into Hebrews 10:22-25 to discover how God's presence, God's promises, God's plan and God's people can help us persevere.

The Church of Jesus Christ is the institution that God has chosen to fulfill His plan on earth. This is the third part of the 3-part series devotion on the Bible-revealed Greatness of God and His Plan. While the first part focus on certain aspects of the Greatness of God, the second part on the Greatness of Jesus, this last part focuses on the call of the Church of Jesus. May this devotion bless you and refresh you in the Lord.

Join FCA on a 5-day reading plan highlighting devotions from Olympic hopefuls and champions. The plan includes extra scripture readings and suggested prayers. We would like to thank the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for providing this plan.

Maybe you have been told that you’re one of the most dedicated players on the team. Or maybe that is what you want to be. When it comes to your dedication to God’s team—the one that matters most—what kind of player would Jesus say you are? Just as an athlete is recruited to play a sport, Jesus recruits you to play in the spiritual game of life. Standards that make a good athlete include strength, confidence, and hard work. What about God’s standards? We can use God’s Word to evaluate the way we choose to live. Every effective team works toward a common goal. The purpose of this Bible study and devotional is to help encourage, inspire, and build committed Christian athletes who desire to consistently follow Christ’s game plan. No more “game-day-only” athletes. Playing on God’s team is about being an everyday follower of Jesus, on and off the field, in and out of season! 

Do you have a negative view of your body? Our culture is obsessed with better bodies and we can easily fall into the mindset of feeling not good enough. But what does the Bible say about our bodies? In this 5-day reading plan, Pete Briscoe shares how God views us and offers a new and better way to think about our bodies.

A man's life can be compared to a football game, and his goal is to finish the game well. Rocky Fleming, an ex-football player at Ole Miss, coaches you through the quarters of life and gives encouragement for your game from God's Word.

The duty of being a Godly husband for your wife didn’t cease after the marriage ceremony. It’s a daily calling God has placed on your life. Join Uncommen as we plunge into real, practical topics you face every day.

What is your identity in Christ? Who is Christ calling you to be? This 5-day devotional examines those questions and covers topics such your calling to be a light to the world, a generous giver, and a champion of unity and fellowship.

Why is it so hard to be the husbands, fathers, and friends we so desperately want to be? How do we live out true masculinity in our culture today? Over the next five days, we’ll be looking to Scripture to teach us how to be servant kings—absolutely surrendered to God and ready to be a man in every area of our lives.

What if your struggles aren’t a barrier to thriving but an invitation into your most vibrant days? This 5-day reading plan, based on Jennie Lusko’s book, The Fight to Flourish, will explore how God uses both the pain and promise in life to grow you into the person He designed you to be. Discover how to live a life of joy and fullness.

#PraySweatEatRepeat is about the power of cultivating godly habits. Through prayer, exercise, healthy food choices, and being intentional in how we live our lives we find an abundance of peace, joy, and strength with which we can serve Him for all the days of our lives.

Based on Hebrews 12, this plan compares running a literal race with the spiritual race that is “set before us.” It discusses the training disciplines, challenges, and what winning looks like based on Who set the race according to Ephesians 2:10.

This devotional series looks to inspire and refresh those who are in a season of stress, weariness, and uncertainty. Everyone faces difficult seasons and the Spirit of God can Reboot and empower us through God's word to live with strength in the midst of hardships.