Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 1

The Bible tells us to put our trust, our faith, and our confidence in God. That’s a great bit of advice. But when we’re in the middle of adversity in our life, it’s just not that easy to do. In those times, how do you put your trust in God – and be truly confident that He will uphold you? Join author Berni Dymet to find out today!

Israel had the unique privilege of directly being ruled by God who established the operational systems through Moses. God raised Judges to lead. All they needed to do was obey and worship God. This would have guaranteed prosperity, power and attracted nations to their sovereign God. The leaders, however grow weaker along with the Israelites, till there is virtually no governance. As always a few stars shine out, including women

Do you ever feel worried about the future, or anxious about the past? There's a reason for what's happening, and worrying wont help. In this plan, Tony Evans shows that in Christ, there is no such thing as worry, because everything happens as God intends.

We need songs we can share—songs that inform our hearts and minds of what is true for the times when we cannot think true things for ourselves. Over five days, Sandra McCracken’s Send Out Your Light plan meditates on the effects of God’s goodness, righteousness, and faithfulness on uncertainty, anger, and fear.

God doesn’t need great prayers to do great things! When you speak to Him in simple, trusting faith, you find yourself in a new story where anything is possible, where you always get what’s best, and where your problems become opportunities for a greater experience of Jesus. With this five day plan, you’ll witness how God responds in power and love to your specific prayers.

Are you experiencing emotional or physical pain so deep that you wonder if the hurting will ever stop? In this devotional, neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares compassionate biblical insights that give her hope in her own journey through unrelenting physical pain and depression. Above all, she reminds us that one day there will be victory on the other side of pain—and that you are not alone in your suffering.

There are several accounts in God’s word where Divine Switches occurred. God’s power in Divine Switches can happen in one’s health, career, mindset, relationship, and family. When God Divinely Switches your situation, age, gender, and one’s background can’t thwart God’s plan. No longer live defined by your past, or by someone’s thoughts regarding you, understand that a Divine Switch can suddenly happen when you align with God.

Have you ever felt forgotten by God? Need encouragement that He’ll help you with your greatest need? This 7-day study spotlights the stories of Bible heroes who begged God to remember them with favor, mercy, healing, forgiveness and more. Each prayed, “Remember me, Lord!” And He acted on their behalf.

In this 7-day plan, Nana Dolce traces the gospel storyline through the narratives of women, from the garden of Eden to the birth of Christ. Through the stories of Eve, Sarah, Mary, and others, we find our place in the fabric of redemptive history as it unfolds to show us Jesus, the promised Seed of the Woman.

We were made for community, and Sisters in Christ was written to meet that need. Now is the time to come together to encourage and support each other as we live our lives authentically as Christ's followers. It's not an exclusive group, but a group of sisters who choose to live life together across the globe, one sister at a time.

Amid difficulty or circumstance, it is easy to lose hope. We worry and despair over what is happening, and it causes our internal compass to deviate from the source of our hope, Jesus Christ. As we go through this weeklong devotional and look at hope through various circumstances, we will be reminded of God's faithfulness as He provides hope for tomorrow.

This 9 day reading plan brings to life select women of the Bible. Readings provide a brief glimpse of life in the ancient world, the problems these women faced and how they solved them. The Bible shows both the good and the bad, sharing the results of doing something God’s way in contrast to going your own way.

This devotion (taken from 1Samuel) will equip you with biblical truths, and guide you to practice it daily as you continue your walk of faith in Christ.

The book of First Samuel describes Israel’s transition from theocracy to monarchy. God granted the Israelites’ request by asking Samuel, the last judge, to anoint Saul as king while warning them of the cost of a monarchy. Due to Saul’s disobedience, God resolved to replace him with David as the successor. Saul’s life gives us an important spiritual lesson: to obey God is better than to sacrifice for him.

1 Samuel is all about Jesus! This 11-day plan will walk you through the book of 1 Samuel by reading just a chapter or two a day. Each day is accompanied by a short devotional and video that explains what’s happening and shows you how each part of the story points to Jesus and his Gospel.

Explore the lives of 11 remarkable women in the Bible who left a spiritual legacy and impact on their families, communities, and nation.

The Netflix Original Series 13 Reasons Why follows the events leading up to and following a teenager's suicide. It focuses on a subject of great concern to our culture, but does so in a way that offers little hope for those dealing with depression or suicidal thoughts. This reading plan shares the encouragement God has provided in His Word for those struggling to find reasons to keep going. 

The Bible is a compilation of 66 books. Each book has an overarching theme. Multiple stories and texts in each book point to an attribute of God. When these themes are recognized, they help us understand the message of that book better. It also allows us to see how One Single Story is woven from beginning to end. Ultimately, each theme will enable us to understand Jesus and why He came.

Dive into the remarkable stories of women in the Bible who faced adversity, embraced faith, and triumphed as living examples of resilience and purpose.This 15-day devotional is designed to inspire and empower you to walk boldly in your God-given identity, just as these extraordinary women did. This devotional isn’t just about reading their stories—it’s about stepping into your own. When women thrive, we all elevate. Say “bye-bye” to imposter syndrome and “hello” to a thriving life!

If "juggling," "multi-tasking", or "harried" are the words that describe your days, this plan might be just what you are looking for. The Bible records these words of Jesus, "My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life." (John 10:10NLT). By exploring the lives of some famous and some not-so-famous women of the Bible, you'll gain insight and tools to trade your "just-get-through-it life" for the "rich and satisfying life" Jesus promised.

“The Life of David” is an in-depth study through 1-2 Samuel. Together, we will look at how David stewarded his heart through the complexities and challenges he faced. This month-long study will bring biblical context to why we do what we do as a community: ministering to the Lord and establishing a resting place for Him.

This twelve-part plan can be read alone, with a group, or with your family! Each month, you will dive into a new part of the unified story that leads to Jesus discovering the heart of God for the whole world. Let's dive into Part two of twelve!

Eve and Mary may be the most well-known in Scripture, but the Bible is chock-full of women with rich character, bold faith, and powerful testimonies. Join us as we briefly study 30 “Women of the Bible” and learn about the ways God used them, sustained them, emboldened them, and provided for them. Women have been a part of God’s plan from the Garden of Eden until the present day. We pray your faith is encouraged and strengthened by spending some time getting to know these women’s accounts.

To be fluent, one must be immersed in whatever is being learned. This plan is designed to help move your understanding of the Bible from creedal affirmation to a place of true fluency in the Scriptures so that you can be equipped to live out the transforming Kingdom truths laid out in God’s Word. This is part 6 of a 19-part plan that goes through the whole Bible. Thanks to Bible Project for the use of their video content.

Part 6 of a 12-part series, this plan leads communities through the whole Bible together in 365 days. Invite others to join in every time you start a new part each month. This series works well with audio Bibles—listen in less than 20 minutes per day! Each section includes Old and New Testament chapters, with Psalms scattered throughout. Part 6 features the books of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Jonah, Judges, Ruth, and First Samuel.