Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Genesis 18:16
Hey God, Can We Talk? I Want to Be Closer to You
3 Days
If we want to have deep and intimate conversations with God, what would the incremental steps look like at the beginning of the relationship? Thankfully, we can read about the growing intimacy that Abraham had with God through some very interesting conversations in Genesis 15, 17, and 18. This plan will dive into these chapters to provide some keys ways we can grow closer to God.
Sand And Stars By Covenant Worship
4 Days
Join Covenant Worship on a journey of exploring the heart behind four key songs on their latest album entitled Sand and Stars. The album speaks of the character of God, His faithfulness and His father heart. Be encouraged knowing that He sees all, is in all, is ever present with us, and is working all things together for our good.
Rise to the Challenge
4 Days
Our world is full of men, but God is looking for kingdom men who will rise up and take responsibility for their own actions, their families, their churches and their communities. When we have leadership like that taking hold, God will be magnified through every aspect of our lives.
Divine Separation
5 Days
When we hear the word “separation” immediately our thoughts go to a married couple going their separate ways. However, do you know that separation extends to family, friends, or anyone dear to you? Are you aware that “separation” can also be a God-thing? In this plan, we would explore the life of Abraham and how Divine Separation had to happen for him to fulfill the plans and purposes that God had in store for him.
Do You Really Trust God?
5 Days
You may not know where life is going, but you can trust that God will be there.
Bold Prayer: Devotions From Time Of Grace
5 Days
Abraham's bold prayer for his nephew Lot and the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah is a great example for us. We too can go to him with confidence, persistence, and boldness, and he will hear us.
My Fame His Fame
5 Days
Inspired by the life and faith of the Old Testament prophet, Habakkuk, Thann Bennett's study poses the question - what would happen if we lived for God's fame instead of our own? What if there is a radically different—and far better—approach to achieving success in life? You will walk away encouraged and equipped to live for the purpose of His fame.
Prayer and God’s Promises for the Nations
7 Days
Jesus said, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few” (Matthew 9:37). Billions around the world have never heard God’s Good News. Yet from the beginning God promised to reach and bless all nations on earth. In the days to come you’ll follow Jesus’ lead and ask the Lord to send His workers—maybe even you—to people God loves all over the earth.
Jumpstart True Worship
7 Days
Jump-Start True Worship will strengthen your walk with God by invoking intimate, intentional communion. This plan will help transform your mindset through increased engagement with God. In it, you’ll learn the difference between religious rituals and the Biblical definition of true worship. It also contains five daily devotions that provoke deliberate interaction with God and self-introspection, thus promoting spiritual growth.
Effective Prayer
9 Days
Haven't we all started a relationship with a word, maybe ignited by a thought or an action? Haven't we also wanted to be heard in a group or in one on one interactions? In this plan, you will be shown how different people in the Bible shared personal relationships with God and therefore approached Him for different reasons. In addition to hearing their prayers, God answered them and blessed their lives, and a new relationship begins with God and so does a new journey with God!
In the Beginning: A Study in Genesis 15-26
11 Days
In this 11-day plan, you will study Genesis 15-26, focusing on God’s faithfulness to sinful families that He works through for His glory. It includes a devotional passage for each day as well as reflection questions to apply this book of the Bible to your life. Whether you’re just curious about the Bible, a new believer, or a long-time follower of Jesus, God will speak to you through it.
Learning From the Old Testament Greats: Abraham – The Father of Faith
12 Days
How do we respond when God promises to do something in our lives that naturally seems impossible? Do we respond by making “back-up” plans in case God doesn’t come through? Do we believe for a certain time and then give up hope because it didn’t happen within our timeframe? In this plan we look at the life and faith of Abraham.
Henry Cloud & John Townsend - Life Journey
15 Days
This 15 day reading plan offers biblical insight for personal growth and wholeness from doctors Henry Cloud and John Townsend—bestselling authors of How People Grow and the Boundaries series. The devotions are perfect for those entering new phases of life or dealing with difficult relationships. Readings provide help in translating God’s Word into a plan for staying spiritually healthy.
Life of Abraham
19 Days
As the father of our faith, Abraham took his relationship with God personally. Through chapter-long daily assignments, this plan explores the biblical narrative of Abraham’s life and offers insight into what an active faith in God really looks like. The closing days of the plan include New Testament references to Abraham, inviting us to follow his example of a faith-filled life.
NIV Once-A-Day Bible
21 Days
This is a 21 day extract of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible which organizes the New International Version Bible, the world’s most popular modern-English Bible, into 365 daily readings. This Bible includes a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional thought written by the staff at the trusted ministry Walk Thru the Bible.
NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Women
21 Days
The NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Women encourages a relationship with God through daily Bible reading. With Scripture text from the New International Version, this 21 day extract from the 365 daily readings, making it easy to read at your own pace. Each day includes a portion of Scripture from the Old Testament, the New Testament, and a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional thought specifically written for women.
NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Leaders
21 Days
This 21 day extract of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Leaders which organizes the New International Version Bible—the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—into 365 daily readings, gives you a biblical foundation for developing and refining your leadership skills. Included is a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional focused on leadership.
NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Teens
21 Days
This 21 day extract from the 365 daily readings of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Teens includes a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a portion from either Psalms or Proverbs, followed by a summary to help teens reflect and apply the Bible each day.
The Principles of First Mention
21 Days
The first time an important word or phrase is mentioned in Scripture is significant. In this devotional written by members of Gateway Church's pastoral staff, we’ll unpack the special meaning behind 21 first mentions and how these foundational words and phrases lead to a richer understanding of the Bible.
Jesus in All of Genesis - A Video Devotional
24 Days
Genesis is all about Jesus! This 24-day plan will walk you through the book of Genesis by reading just a few chapters a day. Each day is accompanied by a short devotional and video that explains what’s happening and shows you how each part of the story points to Jesus and his Gospel.
Jesus in All of Genesis in American Sign Language
24 Days
Genesis is all about Jesus! This 24-day American Sign Language video plan will walk you through the book of Genesis by reading just a few chapters a day. Each day is accompanied by a short devotional and video that explains what’s happening and shows you how each part of the story points to Jesus and his Gospel.
Parasha Minute: Genesis / Breisheet
31 Days
31 days of 1-3 minute practical insight based on the week’s Parasha—the Jewish annual reading guide covering the first 5 books of the Bible, Torah. Daily Words on the Book of Genesis / B’reisheet include B’reisheet (In the beginning), Noach (Noah), Lech Lecha (Get yourself out) and Vayera (He appeared). Revisit with Hebraic perspective, old and new words inspired by the Ruach Hakodesh (Holy Spirit) pointing us to Yeshua (Jesus).
Daily Bible Reading - July 2020 God's Life-Giving Word of Promise
31 Days
Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “God’s Life-Giving Word of Promise.”
Find Inspiration From Biblical Families
31 Days
Learn from families throughout the Bible, such as the first family with Adam and Eve, Jesus' family, and even the family Timothy was raised in. While families may struggle, God's design for humanity was in the family. Read for practical principles you can apply to your family today.