Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Samuel 16:13

Do you struggle with believing God has a plan for your life? Have circumstances made you believe a lie that you cannot make a difference? God wants you to know that you were created for a purpose and you are MARKED, even if it doesn’t feel like it. In this Plan, we will uncover how God has uniquely marked you and wants to use your life to express His worth!

As a young father of two precious children he lost his wife to a brain aneurysm. At that point he had to learn to stand on his knees. Tommie Harris Jr. 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 first of five in the series.

The Bible is the most-read book in all the world, yet sadly, it is not often read well. Rather than feeling inspired and energized, we feel confused, disenchanted, or removed. In this four-day study, Bible scholar and lover of God’s Word, Dr. James Coakley, will equip you with three invaluable strategies that will make you marvel at the creative artistry of God’s Word and bring your Scripture reading to life.

How can the heroes of the Bible inspire us to greatness? Join us in this four-day reading plan as Kristi Krauss motivates us with King David's discipline, King Solomon's temple, Elijah's spiritual vision, and Elijah's battle with false prophets. Don't be surprised if these testimonies transform your life.

Museum of the Bible explores the impact of the Bible within popular television shows in this 5-day reading plan. Dive in to TV Shows and the Bible and discover how scripture and biblical themes have been woven into the dialogue, show themes and even some of the actors' own personal experiences. 

This five day plan walks the believer on God's proven pathway to courage in the shadow of giants.  Courage doesn't happen in a moment.  It is shaped by God and demonstrated in the crisis.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the seventh part "The Rise of Israel." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

At some point in our lives, we've all been underdogs. We've felt there's somebody out there more qualified; somebody more knowledgeable, experienced, skillful, or capable. Did you know, however, that feeling unqualified to fulfill your calling in life—as a spouse, leader or follower of Christ—actually puts you in the best position to be used by God? In this 5-day devotional, you'll experience the stories of many underdogs in the Bible.

If you are familiar with the DEFCON (defense-ready condition) levels, they range from 5 to 1, with one being “Sound the Alarm” we are at WAR! Join us as we look at what the Bible has to say about being ready for our daily battles. While we may not be able to see them, we are all in a Spiritual War at this very moment! Are you ready?

Poor self-esteem is a global pandemic. Too many people are living with deep insecurities that rob them of the abundant life that Jesus died and rose again to bring them. Do you know anybody like that? Join Bible teacher Berni Dymet as he opens God’s Word to discover the liberating image that God is prepared to give you.

Life doesn't always turn out the way we thought it would. What happens when everything that was supposed to be, isn't? How can we honor God through the midst of trials & disappointments? Join me as we take a deeper look into one of the most powerful redemption stories in the Bible. We'll be inspired by a man name Joseph, who endured incredible loss, betrayal & rejection, yet remained faithful.

Scientific research has shown that to live in awe means to live in health—and to face stress, anxiety and fear with peace of heart and mind. The God of awe leaves invitations to wonder in your daily path. These miracles of life whisper hope and release healing. Encounter the God of awe during this 5-day reading plan. He is waiting for you in the wonder!

Everyone has a deep desire to make a difference with their lives. They want to be part of something bigger than themselves. In this 5-day devotional, Fellowship of Christian Athletes executive Jeff Martin reminds us how God uses ordinary people to change the world.

In this 5-day plan, civil rights legend Dr. John M. Perkins writes about the importance of forgiveness, even in the face of evil. Humans are broken. They fall short of the mark with each other and before God. David sinned grievously, and yet found forgiveness before God through confession.

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. The Chosen is the first multi-season show about the life of Jesus, and in this five-day plan, Pastor Skip explains that although Jesus was rejected by men to the point of crucifixion, He was chosen by God as the once-for-all sacrifice for our sins and Jesus' followers are also chosen by God.

In Vance K. Jackson’s new book, Goliath: Born For The Moment, A 21-Day Leadership Devotional, readers from around the world gather together to read this life-transforming message. In the middle of a national crisis, David presented a solution that would free Israel from its “Purpose Paralysis.” What has your God-given Purpose bound? Your gifts weren’t meant to stay hidden. May your purpose come alive as you read this timely message.

The obvious choice is not always God’s choice: that’s what David shows us. Just as David was an unlikely selection, so are we, but God chose us! Let’s be faithful where we are, knowing that God sees our hearts and takes us wherever He wants us to be.

Many of us were taught that integrity is doing the right thing when no one is watching. This is true, but integrity at its core is all about character. As Christians, we know the secret of how to live with integrity: the Holy Spirit dwelling within us. In this study, we are going to examine the life of David.

Christian leadership is radically different from any other form of leadership. The church and community are crying out for good leaders. This plan is the third of seven foundations for Christian leaders God calls to have a powerful godly influence. There is a lot of work involved in these plans, but it will be worth it. "Heart for God" is foundational because it produces godly character and wisdom.

How do we fight anxiety, uncertainty, loss, grief and isolation? Are you feeling equipped and FIT for the battles you are facing? Where is your strength coming from? This Bible reading plan will help us find answers to these questions, inspired by the life of one of the best-known warrior kings of the Bible, David.

Discover how you can let the confidence of your life trust in your GOD! Forget about the people, relationships, the job, world news, current affairs, and all the things that seem to slip away from our control. David says, "My soul trusts in you.... For my soul is among the lions (the Godly), and I lie among the men on fire (the prophets)..." and he strengthened himself in the lord when everyone was against him. He always went with the purposes that God put in him rather than the thoughts and strategies that the people tried to push on him. He never let the circumstances affect him, he was a man whose soul trusted in HIM!

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.

What does a life of servanthood look like? Scripture identifies five prominent traits—humility, obedience, sacrifice, trust, and devotion—found in biblical leaders who exemplified faithful servanthood. This devotional plan examines the lives of Old and New Testament characters whom God identified as his servants. Be encouraged by their lives as you pursue servanthood and seek to serve God and others in your life.

Whether you were in a board room, classroom, or sitting around your kitchen table, you have probably experienced a moment where someone has said the right thing at the right time and it reminded you of who you are, and why you’re here. These powerful moments can change your life in an instant and set you on a trajectory toward’s God’s purpose for your life… These are Game-Changing moments.

Life is messy, unpredictable, painful, sloppy, emotional, slippery, and oftentimes unbearable, with hard places we could never have fathomed when we started this journey. But God is not surprised by our slipups and screwups. Each day we are given the opportunity to live with meaning and significance as we acknowledge our struggles and then surrender them to Jesus.