Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to James 5:13

Join me over the next three days as we reflect on some of the places we may forget Jesus is with us, what it means to wait on God, and how Jesus is with us during the good and the bad. Just like my song “There Was Jesus” says, “In the waiting, in the searching, in the healing and the hurting…there was Jesus.” Thanks for joining me. - Zach Williams

Every imperfection you have, every flaw you carry, and every trial you've been through doesn't take away from how God views you as perfect. Though we fall short of perfection in the eyes of the world, we will always be perfect in the eyes of God.

This plan will explore what the letter of James teaches us about growing into maturity in four major areas. 1) WHO GOD IS: God’s character and nature 2) WHO WE ARE: the identity of humanity and/or believers 3) WHAT WE BELIEVE: core Christian doctrines 4) HOW WE LIVE: putting faith into action

This plan is intended as a guide to discovering the message of James for yourself! Grab a notebook to jot down your thoughts as you are led through a process of: 1) Observing the text of James 2) Interpreting its original message to James’ audience in the first century 3) Applying the letter’s timeless truths to your life today

In today’s society, it is easier to play the victim than to claim the victory we’ve been promised through Christ’s sacrifice during our struggles, grievances, and sufferings. Throughout this 4-day journey, you will not only learn how to identify the clear signs that you’re succumbing to a victim mentality, but you will also gain practical guidance to securing a “more-than-a-conqueror mindset.”

Prayer is a powerful way to interact with both God and others. Praying with others can be both encouraging and deeply meaningful. This plan will help you think of new ways to do that. Each of the five days contains a short audio message (1-2 minutes). The guests share about praying face-to-face, deepening relationships through prayer, seeing God's power, and leading group prayer.

What is Praise? Why should we do it? Where and when should we do it? How should we do it? Join us in this 5-day series into the topic of Praise, and consider more deeply God’s purpose for praise and for you, as we join together “to declare the praises of him who brought us out of darkness and into his marvelous light!" 

Jesus is praying for your husband, and He invites you to join Him! Recall an image of Jesus you’ve likely seen on His knees, praying. Imagine leaning in to listen to what He is praying and hearing Him speak your husband’s name. Experience Jesus’ heart for your husband as you claim Bible promises for his future, intercede for his spiritual growth and witness, and declare his freedom and passion to love the Lord.

 Jesus is praying for your wife, and He invites you to join Him! Your wife is a gift from God! Recall an image of Jesus you’ve likely seen on His knees, praying. Imagine leaning in and hearing Him speak your wife’s name. Experience His heart for your wife as you claim Bible promises for her future, know and cherish her as God does, and release your faith for her continued spiritual growth and kingdom impact. 

Examine the book of James in three parts: the test of faith, the characteristics of faith, and the triumph of faith. Faith without works cannot be called faith. Faith without works is dead, and a dead faith is worse than no faith at all. Faith must be there, but it must be more. It must inspire action. Throughout his epistle to Jewish believers, James integrates true faith and everyday practical experience by stressing that true faith must manifest itself in works of faith. 

The book of James is beloved for how practical it is in our lives and work. In each day of this five-day plan, you’ll read a chapter of James as well as a short devotional that will focus on a few key verses that are particularly relevant to busy Christian professionals.

You can pretend it’s not there. You can call it weird. But the supernatural realm is very real. Daniel Kolenda shows you how to slay the demonic dragon behind your every struggles.

Have you ever walked through a season where you just felt stuck? One you wish you could move beyond yet still find yourself in?  Through this plan, Natalie Grant and Charlotte Gambill provide God-given trusts and steps to take to help you move beyond where you are currently stuck.

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.

A lot of us are afraid to pray because we never know how to do it, what to say, afraid we will do it wrong, or just feel silly sitting there. Here is how Jesus modeled a life of prayer for us and how He gave us 5 prayer principles.

In surfing, as in life, all kinds of challenges can come your way – from pecking-order battles in the line-up to getting caught in the impact zone. Join Christian Surfers Founder, Brett Davis, to unpack practical wisdom from the Book of James for surf and for life! See how you can rise to life’s challenges, refine your character, and draw closer to the One who made it all – Jesus.

Throughout church history, this book has been controversial, mainly due to the debate over faith vs. works. However, a deep dig into this book will yield much treasure for living the Christian life. This week, let’s explore it together.

Written by Jesus’ brother, the book of James is a practical guide to living a Christ-centered life. James encourages his readers to remain steadfast in a trial, tame the tongue, and humble themselves before the Lord. The practicality of the letter reminds us that true faith is seen in a life marked by faithful works.

The Bible has a lot to say about honesty. Most of us know we shouldn’t lie or steal, but His instruction goes much deeper. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on Christ-like honesty, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Do you want a powerful prayer life? When there’s an opportunity to pray together, do you hesitate to join in? Would you like to confidently pray with a friend? Invite a friend to do this study with you. Over the next five days, we’ll explore the importance and power of praying together. We’ll provide simple next steps for praying with your friends, so you can grow confident as a disciplemaker.

Whether you’ve been on a few great dates or are ready to take a new relationship to the next level, it’s important to show your significant other that you care. Fortunately, the Bible has much to say about ways to show you love, respect, and cherish someone. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing the top 5 ways to show your significant other you care based on Biblical principles.

Watch this video plan to learn how your prayers can be powerful and effective.

Ah, the beginning stages of a new relationship. There are butterflies in your stomach and excitement in the air as you get to know each other. But there’s also not much trust. That’s because trust is built over time. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to speed up the process. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing six practical tips for building trust in a new relationship.

James offers practical advice on Christian living and in this unique, 5-day study you will be invited to apply proven Scripture engagement methods to better understand what James is saying and how to apply it to your life. Each day provides insights from a different chapter in James. Excerpts are from The Abide Bible, which provides various Scripture engagement tools--including Praying Scripture, Journaling, Contemplating, Picture It, and Engage Through Art--to help you meet God in God's Word so He can transform your life.

The book of James is perhaps the earliest book written in the New Testament era and is categorized as the ‘Proverbs of the New Testament’ due to its practical messages. Here are six practical instructions from the book of James that will help you as you move forward in your daily life journey.