Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Acts 1:13
Wait on It
3 Days
Isolation ≠ seclusion. In isolation, fear is loud; in seclusion, God is heard. Where are you standing in this season of uncertainty: behind the closed doors of fear or in the waiting room of God's sovereignty? As with the disciples, God can change our lives in one visit, but He needs a private moment with us first. Make room for seclusion and God will intercede!
Acts Today: The Outpouring
3 Days
The book of Acts is the exciting story of the advance of God's Kingdom in the early days of the church. Today, the book of Acts is still happening in many places around the world. This reading plan links stories from Acts in the Bible with real stories today.
Kids Bible Experience | See a Need, Meet a Need
3 Days
Have you ever wanted to help someone in need, but you didn’t feel like you had anything to offer them? You are not alone! But here’s the good news: No matter how much we have, we ALL have something to give. Join in as we explore how we can spread God’s love through generosity!
Pentecost: The First Great Awakening
5 Days
The Holy Spirit who worked in and through the members of the early Church is the same Holy Spirit who works in and through members of the Church today. Their story is our history, one we can draw on and learn from as we execute the mission we’ve been given as followers of Jesus Christ.
Acts - Chapter One
5 Days
Chapter 1 of Acts sets the stage as it were for the events that occurred on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. It highlights how the Apostles were equipped and empowered to spread the word of God, starting from Jerusalem and eventually to the ends of the earth.
The Power of Pentecost
5 Days
Pentecost is an event which continues to impact Believers and the Church around the world to this day. Explore the power available to you because of Pentecost in this dynamic five-day devotional.
The Essential Question (Part 1): The Church Is Born
5 Days
In 50 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover the essential question Paul asked the Lord while he was traveling to Damascus: "What shall I do, Lord?" Have you ever asked yourself, What difference am I making with my life? On some level, we all struggle to find our own answer to that fundamental question. The search for significance is the underlying motivation for virtually all human activity.
Putting Your Faith Into Action
5 Days
You can learn a lot about worship, fellowship, and ministry in the writings about the Early Church found in Acts and 1 Corinthians. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing how you can simplify your faith walk and strip away the business, financial, and infrastructure challenges most churches face in order to refocus your energy on your personal relationship with God and put your faith into action.
Healing Prayer Is God’s Idea
5 Days
What if you never expected miraculous healing was possible but were surprised when it actually happened? What if you found out that, all along, the Bible had principles for healing prayer that you could apply to your life for restoring body, mind, and spirit? Discover why healing prayer is God’s idea—and one of the greatest activities in which Christians can participate with God to fulfill His purposes.
Acts 1:12-26 | the Need for Prayer
5 Days
Acts is a story rooted in prayer and shows how those first Christians went about discerning Christ’s will. This 5-day plan continues a journey through the book of Acts, the Bible’s gripping sequel of Jesus at work in the life of his followers as he expands his kingdom to the ends of the earth. It’s a journey on what it means to be a Christian. It’s a story in which you have a role to play.
God Revealed – A New Testament Journey
6 Days
As a flash of light in darkness, the New Testament blazes hope to a world in sin. Through His sacrificial death, Christ absolves sin and shares His Kingdom - a choice offered to everyone who believes in Him. That choice, once made, mandates obedience to the benchmark lifestyle revealed by Christ in the New Testament. Having 4 parts and 30 lessons, GOD REVEALED is a sequel to GOD’S TOUCHPOINTS, An Old Testament Journey.
How to Be Unsuccessful
6 Days
We all want to be successful… but what does that even mean? The world defines success as having money, power, and influence. But God defines it differently. So differently, in fact, that being successful in God’s eyes might look unsuccessful to the world. Join Pete Portal for this six-day plan to consider whether you’re willing to ignore the world’s definition of success and learn How to be Unsuccessful instead.
Exploring the Book of Acts: Missional Community
6 Days
Explore the Book of Acts in a 6-day plan and uncover how the early Church's communal life, powered by the Holy Spirit, exemplified their mission. Experience the fusion of 'being' and 'doing' in faith, learning from their togetherness and unity in diversity for a richer, more integrated Christian journey today.
Praying In Community
7 Days
Though we tend to view prayer as an individual activity, this isn’t exactly God’s design. Yes, we can and should pray on our own. But there is power in praying with other people. This seven-day study explores the biblical commands and precedents for pursuing God collectively. Something unique happens as we pray together.
There Is More In You
7 days
Everyone grapples with insecurities. Whether you’re jaded from past trauma, a present heartache, or a persistent feeling of rejection, self-doubt doesn’t have to narrate your story. Historically, God has always transformed those who feel the most inadequate into effective leaders, healers, and change agents. Start this reading plan to uncover how God uses “flawed” individuals to illustrate that there is more in you than your history!
The Book Of Acts
7 Days
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.
The Gospel for Doubters, Good News Through the Eyes of Thomas
7 Days
In this seven-day plan, author Daniel Darling traces the story of the apostle Thomas. He guides the reader through his story, his character, and why he may get unfairly labeled “Doubting Thomas.” This plan will encourage anyone wrestling with their faith, crying, “Lord, I believe. Help my unbelief.”
Walking Through the Book of Acts - Part 1
7 Days
Have you ever read the book of Acts? Did you know that the book of the acts of real Christians has never stopped? This reading plan is the first part where we will see what the book of Acts wants to say to us.
Preparing for the Power of Pentecost
7 Days
With a zealous passion and clear vision, leaders long for meaningful change. Every leader desires to see God powerfully send His Spirit. Learn the seven things the Apostles did to prepare for the Spirit to come at Pentecost.
What to Do When We Are Waiting
7 Days
Do you feel stuck? Do you think God has forgotten you and left you in a place of waiting? Do you feel aimless and lacking purpose? Join me as we see what God wants us to do while waiting. You are not alone.
Confidence in Jesus’ Unstoppable Kingdom: 7 Days in Acts
7 Days
Want to gain confidence in what God is doing in our world? Over seven days, this plan shows how we can be totally confident in Jesus’ unstoppable kingdom from the Book of Acts. Betrayal, persecution, racial tensions, plots to kill and a storm to end all storms—nothing stops God’s plans.
By the Power of the Spirit
7 Days
In this men's devotional, we journey through the Book of Acts, hitting on its major themes as we see God's great power at work in His Church through the power of His Spirit. Written by J.R. Hudberg.
24/7 Coaches
8 Days
The 24/7 Coaches plan is designed to help coaches go from overwhelmed to overflowing by teaching through the life of Peter. We walk through four themes in this study, Reset, Renew, Refuel and Ready. We need a new perspective on winning. We need to redefine our priorities. We need to take back our time and fill it with the presence of Jesus.
Attitude Of Expectancy
9 Days
Your attitude has a powerful effect on your life. To have an attitude of expectancy is to live in anticipation for the blessings of God. In this nine-day plan, David Villa invites you to join him and a few key members of his organization as they discuss what an attitude of expectancy means to them.
Associations Matter
10 Days
Utilizing discernment is vital when pursuing any association. In the Associations Matter: Discerning Connections Bible Plan, readers will notice throughout scripture how certain associations affect spiritual and physical outcomes and to actively seek Christ-centered connections.