Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Acts 18:4

Have you ever stopped in the middle of a routine day and wondered why you were going through the motions? Have you asked the question, "What is my purpose?" When you don't have a clear and identified purpose and focus, you can drift off from the mission. Jesus has a purpose for all of us.

Do you feel called to share the love of Jesus to people overseas? Before getting on the plane, learn how to make the greatest global impact and best prepare for this important trip through a Biblical lens. Adapted from the book "Across the Street and Around the World" by Jeannie Marie.

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 sixteenth part "The Travels of Paul." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Priscilla and Aquila, mentioned throughout the New Testament, lived a life of courage and faith, leaving an indelible mark on history. They were influential spiritual leaders through some of the most harrowing years of the church’s early history. They pressed on, one step at a time, and transformed the world around them. This study by author Tessa Afshar aims to strengthen your faith with lessons from this famous biblical couple.

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting our world and our lives in ways we could not have imagined. As coaches and athletes, we’re likely experiencing a variety of emotions as we walk through this season. The following devotions give us a chance to honestly consider our emotions and what God is saying to us in this unprecedented time.

In this four-part devotional, Lenya Heitzig pairs women of the New Testament with the wildflowers they represent. Like the lovely and hardy hollyhock, Priscilla flourished in challenging circumstances. In this five-day reading plan, discover more about this unique woman who worked hard alongside her husband making tents and alongside Paul the apostle making disciples.

How do you choose a gift for someone during Christmas time? What makes a gift special? It is knowing that the giver went out of their way. Or in Mark Batterson's words, a "gift of inconvenience". In this Plan, we will explore ways to make sure that you give meaningful gifts this Christmas.

Anyone who has said a Big Yes to Jesus will want others to say a Big Yes to Him too. And yet a person’s conversion is often marked not just by a Big Yes but by many Little Yeses, and even some Healthy Maybes along the way. Join Mark Greenwood for this five-day plan and be equipped to kindly, sensitively, boldly, and patiently share the good news of Jesus.

This Bible study devotional plan will help you chart a course through four relational stages: singleness, dating, engagement, and marriage. Learn to embrace God’s design for each stage and to invest your life in what matters most.

The Bible mentions countless women who bear witness to the faithfulness and love of God. In this 6-day reading plan from Lifeway Women, you'll learn about women in Scripture whose lives have inspired generations of women in their faith and devotion to God. Their stories are a reminder that you, too, are made in the image of God, and you have an important part to play in God's story.

Explore the Book of Acts in a 6-day plan and gain a fresh perspective on persecution in the New Testament. Discover how early Christians integrated work with gospel witness. From Paul's tentmaking to Tabitha's weaving, learn how diverse occupations contributed to the church's growth. This journey encourages you to see your own vocation as a vital part of your ministry and spiritual life.

The message of the Gospel contains such power in it that becomes an unstoppable force. Join the apostles in the fulfillment of the Great Commission. The struggles and opposition they faced are no different from the ones we encounter today. Learn from them, be inspired and filled with the power of the Holy Spirit to become an ambassador of the Kingdom of God–be unstoppable!

The Book of Acts, also called "The Acts of the Apostles," is the companion volume to the Gospel of Luke. This reading plan explores the major concepts that Luke addressed as he unfolded the unhindered spread of the gospel of God's kingdom in the days of the early church.

Join us in praying through the storms our country is facing with this 7-day reading plan featuring prayers from The One Year Pray for America Bible.

No two people have the same set of choices or experiences, but education can level the ground for growth. That’s why we listen to educators, get to know our schools, tutor in our communities, and invest in environments where people can’t help but learn. Learn more about how education unlocks opportunities and why Jesus cares about it in this 7-day Bible Plan.

Does God care what careers we pick? Did you know that work existed in the Garden of Eden? What happened that made work so often miserable, and can Jesus help heal it? In this seven-day study, we look to the Bible to understand work and provide practical applications for finding meaning and joy in our modern-day jobs.

“Paul’s testimony is that God’s promise is our strength to prevail over hard times, not to protect us from them. May we align our priorities with His, surrendering our fears, desires and–if needed–our very lives for the sake of the Gospel and the advancement of His kingdom” (Boldly Embracing God’s Will–Dwayne Jeffries). May these devotions encourage you to put God first and see where it leads!

These devotionals offer encouragement when life conspires to make you anxious and fearful. They illuminate the path to overcoming fear with unwavering faith and reliance on God's strength. It is possible to find peace in the midst of turmoil. These reflections will help any believer find the courage that faith can bring. They were written by the great preacher C.H. Spurgeon, and updated to modern English.

No church resembled a daytime talk show more than the Corinthian church. Fighting. Division. Lawsuits. Immorality. Questioning Truth. The Corinthian church had been influenced by the pagan culture around them and was in need of correction, so Paul the Apostle stepped in with love and truth. Join us as Jonathan Ferguson leads us through this book of correction.

In these days of anger and fear, danger and division, turmoil and terrorism, what would happen if everyone hit life’s pause button and made time to listen to what God has to say? Let’s find out.

We all know that we should read our Bible, pray, and be the church, but what if we actually started doing that? Zúme Accountability Groups are small groups of 2 to 4 people that don’t just want to be hearers of the word, but doers! If you want simple and practical “HOW TO” steps to be and do what Jesus called, commanded, and created us for then start this plan. 

If you’ve ever felt unseen or unimportant and struggled to see how you could make a lasting impact for God’s kingdom, this is the plan for you! We know the significance of famous women in the Bible, such as Mary, Ruth, and Esther. But what about the unsung and even unnamed women in the Bible, like Jael, Tabitha, and the Canaanite woman? In part one of this plan, discover the lasting impact of ten changemakers. Their stories remind and encourage us that God sees, values, and has a divine purpose for his daughters.

Confident and bold people can achieve much in life, or so we think. We're told, “Come on, you can do it!” The Bible tells us to be confident: not in ourselves, but in God! And that, truly is a far more solid foundation for a joyful life!

Explore the character trait of integrity using examples of women in the Bible. Integrity means living a life that reflects Godliness in private and public for God's glory. This study will examine ten traits that build a life of integrity. This study was written by Alexandria McCraney who lives in Arkansas with her husband and three kids and serves with FCA at the University of Arkansas.

“I believe in God in my own way, I don’t need a church. Can’t I just worship God in the comfort of my own home or out in nature?” These thoughts are common in our modern world. But there is blessing being part of the body of Christ; join us and explore some reasons why Christians should definitely be joined to a community of believers.