Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 1:12

How will you prepare to celebrate the birth of the Savior this year? Many people have traditions such as listening to Christmas music, sending cards, decorating a tree, or reading the Christmas story. During this Advent devotion, we'll be looking at 5 different responses from people who were present for the coming of Jesus and we'll look at how they prepared for His arrival. We'll now look at Simeon’s response.

Scripture is replete with affirming truths about YOU! When you discover your identity in God's Word, you are set free to live out the destiny God created you to fulfill. One of your most important purposes in life is learning how to see you as God sees you. Let this short reading plan by popular prayer author Heather Hair guide you on your journey to loving you as Jesus does.

Do you struggle to find joy? Cornell University studied people’s emotions and learned the most joyful have learned to distinguish between being joyful “in spite of” and “if only.” There will always be challenges, but I pray these guided audio meditations from scripture will help you choose to be joyful “in spite of” by believing in the joy of God and paying it forward by giving it to others.

Christians must acknowledge their role as a Son or Daughter to the King of Kings. To live out of that identity is much more difficult. This 3-day study invites you to a relationship with God, your Father as a son or daughter so you can begin leading others to share in that identity with you forever. Are you ready to meet the Father?

A 3-day devotional by Danielle Apicella, sharing real journal entries and key revelations God gave while she was very young. This devotional focuses on identity in Christ, purpose in Christ, and finding contentment in Christ.

A three day reading plan focused on the consistency of God's nature and character. Inspired by the hit single My God Is Still The Same by the band Sanctus Real, this Bible study helps us to see that even though our circumstances change constantly through out life, God's faithfulness remains.

"What does it mean to be a child of God? This three-day devotional explains why understanding our identity in Christ is so crucial. It has been written for new converts and people exploring the Christian faith. However, older believers would find it a refreshing reminder of their uniqueness in Christ. "

Jesus’ death and resurrection, as well as the promise of His return, prove His unending love for each of us both in words and deeds. Jesus said that there is no greater love than someone giving his life for his friends, but He didn’t merely say it. He did it.

Precious daughter of God, do you struggle with feeling unimportant? If so, I remind you that you matter to God. You’re His child and good idea. He knows you completely, accepts you wholeheartedly, loves you unconditionally, and delights in your unique representation of His goodness in this world. Let God’s steadfast love empower you to live a life of belonging and purpose. You’re His daughter, and you’re beloved.

When things get dark and bleak, what gets us going is the smallest spark of light. That tiny beacon of light is what we call HOPE. It is the difference between living and dying, between trying once more or giving it all up. Join Pastor Mark Rae in this first episode on the four words of Advent.

The journey of life can be challenging, and it can be hard to travel some of the difficult roads we have to take. This devotional encourages us to draw strength from our relationship with God and to reflect on His faithfulness throughout our lives.

This 4-day devotional is based on the song, "The Case For Christ" by JT Murrell from the album, The Case For Christ: Songs Inspired By The Original Motion Picture. This plan explores the scriptures behind the album's opening anthem. The song "The Case For Christ" was written by Matt Toney.

It’s easy for us to cross our fingers and hope for the best. But the hope we have in Christ is so much more than that! To have hope means to have a confident expectation. Hope may not come naturally to us, but here’s the deal: to have hope, we must know God. Learn what hope means, why we can have it, and how to live a hope-filled life in this 4-day Bible Plan from Amy Groeschel. 

Tony Evans gives you a book summary for each of the Gospels in this four-day reading plan, helping you to gain a broader understanding of this important section of the Bible. 

Being a Christian… what does that mean? Jesus came to establish a relationship with us, not a religion or an institution. In this third devotional from the Follow series, we will conclude that Jesus came to earth to make a relationship with our Creator possible. We have the opportunity to know the one true God and to live our lives in light of this connection that we have with Him.

We’ve all felt overlooked, disconnected, and ashamed. Sometimes we think God feels the same way about us. Maybe we believe God loves us, but we feel that God is just putting up with us. Authors Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw offer us a four-day devotional that will reveal just how much God wants to be part of our everyday life.

Would you agree that a godly relationship is rare? We often hear about the need for our romantic relationships to be godly, but have you ever thought about whether or not all of your relationships are godly? As Christ followers, we're called to walk in His example. This week, we will explore some relationships that don't get enough attention, and how to strive for godliness in each of them.

Whether we like it or not, as Christians, we are in a fight. We have a responsibility to fight for our loved ones, for our nation, and for future generations. Fortunately, the battle has already been won so we can fight from victory and not for victory. Let this devotional encourage you to step into the ring and fight the good fight—God's way!

Who was Jesus? In our modern imaginations sometimes He appears as a teacher with good advice, a revolutionary who sticks it to the Empire, or as a relaxed friend who wants us to take it easy. But these caricatures are far from the truth. Join us in this four-day plan as we explore Jesus: Messiah, sacrifice, God and giver of life.

As a writer, mother, and growth-minded individual, I am always looking for opportunities to learn. In the Bible, Jesus taught his followers using parables—simple stories to illustrate spiritual lessons. He is still doing this for me today. When I recently watched Star Wars with my family, the Holy Spirit highlighted it's parallels with His Word. Join me as we unpack the Jedi ways that point us to Jesus.

God does all the heavy lifting in our relationship with Him. He sent Jesus to save us. He gives us the faith to believe. He gives us the ability and desire to obey, but He doesn't make us do anything. To experience God, we must choose Jesus. When we do, God saves us, sets us apart, helps us grow, and rewards our surrender with an inheritance that never fades.

This Christmas, it's time to prepare for the arrival of Christ with joy, expectancy, and a heart full of wonder and worship. This unique plan guides you through rich layers behind ancient Hebrew words and phrases—each revealing how to eagerly await, truly hope, deeply receive, and humbly adore Jesus. Embrace the Advent season and reflect on the good news of Christmas!

Kristi Watts shares how we can more purposefully align our words, hearts, and minds with God’s Word and experience greater happiness. Drawn from “Talk Yourself Happy: Transform Your Heart by Speaking God’s Promises,” each day’s devotion focuses on a different biblical topic – trust, obedience, identity, community, and promise – and includes a suggested action step.

We want to help men win. When men win: wives, kids, and society wins. When men win, we don’t have to build as many shelters for abandoned families, or pay the psychological and emotional toll for fatherless kids, or care for so many abused and neglected wives. If we’re going to solve societal ills, we need a few uncommon approaches. We need men who understand their true identity in Christ.

The moment you accept Jesus as the Lord over your life, you are redeemed. As the redeemed, we experience a lifelong journey of being transformed into His image. As redeemed women, we grow in the grace of Christ, and He calls us to extend grace to others.