Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 16:19
No Matter What Comes Through Those Doors
4 Days
In John 16, the disciples are nervous, scared, and confused that Jesus is leaving, and the world will turn against them. Jesus tells them that no matter what happens next, they are not alone. The Spirit will guide them, the Father loves them, and Jesus will come back for them. No matter what comes through those doors, Jesus has won the battle; we can trust what we can’t always see.
Eve & Mary
4 Days
In four days, you will gain a deeper understanding of God's love for women. Temi Michael-O shares how Eve's redemption and Mary's Good Friday grief reveal God's love. As you study and meditate on the scriptures referenced in this plan, hope will arise in you and your mind will be trained to recognize the lies of the enemy.
TheLionWithin.Us: How to Face Persecution
4 Days
Discover a life connected to Christ in the face of persecution. Explore the concept and its impact on faith, acknowledging Jesus' warning that followers will face challenges. Reflect on sharing the Good News and the cost of discipleship, while finding strength in the Holy Spirit's guidance. Anticipate persecution with unwavering confidence in Christ's victory. Through understanding, preparation, and assurance, embrace challenges and stand firm as conquerors in Christ.
TheLionWithin.Us: How to Live Victoriously
4 Days
In this four-day devotional, we'll explore the profound message of victory found in John 16. Discover how, through Christ, we have victory over life's challenges, uncertainties, and trials. Each day, we'll delve into different aspects of this victory, ultimately learning how to live with peace, courage, and unwavering faith.
I Still Love the Church
4 Days
How do you still love the church when one is betrayed, hurt or even abused by someone in the church? This plan seeks to hold this pain and tension with biblical wisdom for healing and freedom whilst knowing that the gates of hell will not prevail against it.
The Ruthless Elimination Of Hurry
5 Days
Hurry doesn’t just make you weary. It is the great enemy of your spiritual life. In The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer provides four down-to-earth practices for staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive: 1) Silence and solitude, 2) Sabbath, 3) simplicity, and 4) slowing. It’s the unhurried Way of Jesus.
The Life of Jesus, Part 8 (8/10)
5 Days
Embark on a journey to learn more about the life of Jesus. Together we will watch short clips from the film, The Life of Jesus, and reflect on what we see. Discover who Jesus really was and what He can mean to you. You can read each of the 10 plans separately, but we challenge you to complete the whole journey.
A New Way to Be Human - Life in the Spirit
5 Days
How effectively are you living for eternity? Are you living your life by the flesh or by the Spirit? We want to help you discover a new way to be human by introducing you to the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit gives us total access to Jesus. The Spirit of God will fill every void in your life.
Safe All Along
5 Days
Drawing on her own experiences, Katie Davis Majors reminds us that any peace we get from “knowing” our plans, from trying to control the future, is false and temporary. But a peace that comes from trusting in God’s promises will carry us along, bring us through, and lead us home. The peace that comes from trusting in God can never lead us astray, for “He who promised is faithful” (Hebrews 10:23).
Beauty From Ashes: Finding Hope in the Midst of Devastation
5 Days
Sometimes life hurts. Sometimes life is hard. Sometimes life can be dark. And it leaves its mark—like ashes of grief—in the deepest parts of our souls, where no one but God can really see. In this plan, Darcie Stephens, Finding Hope Coordinator for Hope is Alive Ministries, shares some of her own story of loving those in the midst of substance abuse and how God brought her HOPE.
Portrait of God: Rediscovering the Attributes of God Through the Stories of His People
5 Days
In the midst of life’s busyness, we sometimes lose our sense of wonder about who God is. In these devotionals, Pastor Jack Mooring explores five attributes of God—love, joy, holiness, compassion, and faithfulness—to help us “re-image” God in our minds and hearts.
Jesus Revealed Pt. 15 - Why Do They Hate Me?
6 days
There’s no doubt that we gravitate to the promises of God. The side we don’t like is the side of struggle when following Jesus. Walking and living for Jesus will bring both great and difficult times. Jesus warns us about these days and the way people will respond to us because of how they respond to Him. Take heart – Jesus hasn’t left us alone– we have the Holy Spirit!
Andrew Murray's Secrets Of Faith
6 days
How often do we wish that we had easy answers to life’s difficult questions? A globally cherished author on the Christian faith, Andrew Murray didn't have all the answers, but he knew the power that an in-depth walk with Christ can bring about. His studies led him to insights into topics that still challenge us today, including faith's best-kept secrets. Join us for an 6-day overview of his work.
Joy Over Stress: How To Make Daily Joy A Habit
6 days
We are overstressed. Culture tells us to combat our stress by chasing the next happy moment. But the Bible paints a different picture. This six-day plan will show you how you can practically combat your daily stress by making Biblical joy a habit.
Promises for Those Who Follow Jesus
6 Days
Life can often feel unpredictable. What appears to be sure and stable in one season, doesn't always remain that way in the next. In a world where change often feels like the only constant, what can we rely on? In each lesson of this six-day study, you'll be reminded of something you can count on: promises for those who follow Jesus.
Last Will & Testament: The Last Apostle | John 16
6 Days
Near the end of his life, John was the last of the living apostles and wrote a story about Jesus. It’s his testimony of who Jesus is, what he said, what he did, and who he claimed to be. Jesus has a story. He invites us to make it our story. When we make Jesus’s story our story, we have life in his name. This plan focuses on Jesus’s final moments and words with his disciples, preparing them for his crucifixion to come. It is Jesus’s last will & testament. This plan focuses on John 16. It is part of an ongoing series.
Grief Turned Into Joy: Reflecting on John 16:16-33
6 Days
In John 16:16-33, Jesus takes the disciples through the reality of his departure and the grief they will experience. Jesus compares their confusion and grief to childbirth pains that are soon forgotten because of the joy of receiving a baby. He encourages them that because he has overcome the world, they too will overcome and receive joy from the Father.
Drop It
7 Days
This 7-day reading plan and devotional is based on Scott Williams' book "Drop It," which is inspired from the story of blind Bartimaeus. This plan will help you to tap into the faith, courage, and commitment necessary to no longer settle for the way things are. It’s time that you break free from being a puppet to the things distracting you from your purpose. It’s time to DROP IT!
Find Freedom In God's Favor
7 Days
Unlike what many people assume, being favored by God is not just a matter of finding a good parking spot, or having a fat bank account, or even seeing your life fulfilled with thriving relationships. It is infinitely more than that. It’s about eternal blessings and riches that are beyond anything you could ever ask or imagine. Come spend seven days learning about God’s favor toward you !
The Curious Questions Of Jesus
7 Days
Jesus loved questions. Of the 183 questions Jesus was asked by people, He most often answered by asking a question Himself. It was the most common way He helped people grow. Join Tom Hughes, author of the book Curious and pastor of Christian Assembly Church in Los Angeles on this 7-day journey watching your faith grow as you respond to the questions Jesus is still asking.
Anxious For Nothing
7 days
What if there’s a better way to fight the endless worries that keep you up at night? Real rest is available—maybe closer than you think. Replace panic with peace through this 7-day Bible Plan from Life.Church, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series Anxious for Nothing.
A Better Day
7 Days
There’s no way to sugarcoat it—something’s not right. Each morning we wake to a steady stream of pain. We scramble to comfort ourselves. But we know a better day is coming—a day when wrong things will be undone. And God’s promises start here and now. This 7-day devotional from Andrew and Wendy Palau will refresh you with living hope and inspire you to share Jesus with a world in pain.
Project Purpose: Find Your Why to Find Your Way
8 Days
Project Purpose is created for you to discover God's calling. You can have the confidence and the daring to make something of your life. But if you choose, you can live a life of consequence to this world. The people around you will benefit when you have a clear sense of purpose. And this will require wisdom, discernment, and some guiding principles. Find your WHY to find your way.