Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 16

People go through different life seasons, whether they are highs or lows. Someone may face a dead end, while someone else may have just come through their breakthrough. Another may still be waiting on the Lord. Through all seasons, God is always with you. Even today God's not done yet, and your best is yet to come!

The Lord is calling His people to an era of exploits. He is redeeming the time, and we need to partner with people to accomplish the Kingdom mandate. This devotional highlights the example of King Cyrus, and gives us present day life applications to break out of self-imposed mental and social limitations for a more effective life of ministry.

What does it take to be a great leader? Despite what the books say, the secret isn’t in how early you wake up or how many biographies you consume — it’s how you conduct yourself. So where do you start? Join Elevation YTH as we explore the life of David to learn how to lead in a way that leaves a legacy.

David was a humble shepherd who God chose to be king. We can learn three things about God from David’s life: God can use anyone, God can forgive anyone who repents of their sins, and God should be worshipped by everyone. Through it all, David was a man after God’s own heart.

This 5-day plan from Pastor Mike Signorelli explores breaking free from toxic family patterns through biblical wisdom on spiritual roots behind difficult relationships. Gain insights on rising above dysfunction for your God-given purpose. Though you didn't choose your family, God did, and He can use you to end generational trauma.

In the Bible we find powerful stories about believers. In these lessons, we will look briefly at the lives of some of them. Discover how God chooses people who dare to trust Him. Not so much heroes, but witnesses of faith in whom God's power becomes visible.

This devotional is an excerpt from “Becoming A Catalyst for Change," a small group material based on the principles taught in the Nazirite Training (Phase 1-Humility) provided by Jesus Revolution Now, an organization that is passionate to make "To raise up a Fathered Generation consecrated to the Lord expressed in a Nazirite lifestyle."

From humble days of tending to sheep to the honor of being appointed by God as king of Israel, David experienced God’s faithfulness throughout every stage of his life. This 8-day study walks us through Scripture passages that tell us about the life and character of this man after God’s own heart, drawing out lessons that every Christian can apply to his or her own life.

When life hits like a tornado, where do we go? When we’re anxious about the future, to whom do we turn? Over thousands of years, God’s people have faced setbacks, even disasters. Their experiences show us ways we can respond and how our faith in God can remain intact—and maybe get even more real.

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.

God created human beings for a relationship with Him and with others. Therefore, cultivating healthy relationships should be of great importance to every follower of Jesus. This plan examines four relationships that we read about in the Bible, exploring the healthy relationship foundations we read about along the way.

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.

Johnny Cash was a devout Christian who divided his time between sinning and seeking forgiveness, frequently going from jail to Jesus. He was arrested several times on account of his addiction to pills and sophomoric shenanigans. Although the fight with sin never stopped, his faith persevered. Join Greg as he takes you through the redemptive story of Johnny Cash.

We often trace our history to unlock knowledge about ourselves and gain wisdom to move forward. The divine nature of Jesus certainly adds a one-of-a-kind dynamic to understanding His genealogy. Still, there is wisdom, depth, and importance to be gained in learning about the men and women God ordained as part of the family of Jesus.

Tales of triumph and tragedy in the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles. The history of Kings of Israel and Judah is a story of divine faithfulness despite human failure. These flawed rulers point us towards the one true faithful king. Part I covers Saul, David, and Solomon, the three kings of the United Kingdom.

“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 is a 5 step challenge-All you need to do is-READ.LISTEN.WRITE.PRAY. and POST. Read-The Word, 1 Chapter-A-Day, Everyday, Listen-For God to speak directly to you from selected verses, Write-make notes(there are questions to help here), Pray-Say 30 prayers carefully crafted from the Word, Post-Create a verse image and share on Facebook,Twitter, Instagram, Pin It anywhere you like. So Read-Listen-Write-Pray & Post God's word for the next 30 days.

In the beginning was the Word … but what came next? This plan is for anyone who wants a better understanding of the Bible. It provides a chronological reading program that endeavors to place all biblical passages in their date order. Part Four of this twelve-part one-year reading plan is titled 'Establishing the Kingdom, 1155 BC–1020 BC'.

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!

What is the overarching story of the Bible? What is God doing in the world? Take the next 30 days to walk through the story of God as revealed in the Scriptures.

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.

This is the ninth installment of a Bible reading plan following the lectionary pattern, with daily readings from the Psalms, Old Testament, and New Testament. This month features a daily memorization challenge centered on the theme of faithfulness, drawn from Samuel’s charge to the people as they prepare for their new king. Additionally, each day includes devotional primers to help prepare your heart and mind for the readings.

In this 31-day scripture reading plan, explore the lives of Old Testament Bible characters such as David, Daniel, Esther, and many more. Witness how God moved through them and you’ll soon learn more about God, His character and His love for you. We invite you to walk on this journey together with us!

This is a monthly Bible reading program for one year. You may also join this program through audio Bible by listening to it for about 20 minutes daily. Let's be more active in reading the word of God every day.

The books of 1 & 2 Samuel tell the stories of three broken heroes used by God to establish a kingdom for His people: Samuel, the revered last judge; Saul, the impressive first king of Israel; and David, the flawed poet-warrior. Beyond the page-turning adventures, battles, and political gamesmanship lies the story of a greater King—the true and forever reigning son of David, Jesus.