Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Genesis 17:18

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.

The God Provides series offers a rich, dramatic journey through theater-quality, short films which show us wisdom, truth, encouragement and practical steps to deepen a relationship of trust with God. This session highlights the true story of Abraham and Isaac, his son. God used this test of obedience to see whether or not Abraham trusted Him fully and would, in faith, obediently make everything he had available for God’s use.

When you look back at your life, do you see a long litany of mistakes? Are there moments that cause you deep pain or regret? It’s time to see those moments from God’s perspective. Because your greatest errors can reveal the true depth of His grace. Join Bible teacher Berni Dymet to walk through Abraham’s story in Genesis – and discover how God can turn your mistakes into miracles!

This three-day plan is all about perseverance and studies some key characters in the Bible who set the example for us as believers. Perseverance is hard, but the reward is worth it!

The women in the Bible are meant to encourage us, strengthen our Faith in God, and deepen our understanding of God’s power, to include His vision and plans for the role that women play in advancing and impacting the Kingdom. In this four day devotional, we will take a look into the lives of Ruth, Hannah, Esther, and Sarah all of whom demonstrated Grace, Faith & Courage.

This 5-day devotional will walk alongside Abraham, examining how our forefather reacted and grew through the promises God worked in his life.  Often God calls his people into a new season, ripe with expectations, yet severely lacking in actual logistics. God loves to promise the unthinkable during the unimaginable. When nothing else seems like it could possible go wrong or be more parched… God shows up and gives hope. 

God loves His children. His Word, the Bible, details His wondrous thoughts, actions, and plans for His children. Then why are scores of us living in situations beneath His promises? One reason is a lack of knowledge in applying faith. This Bible Plan shares how to use our God-given faith to experience God's promises. God's Word is His will for you. Transform your life by applying Faith That Delivers!

Journey through some of the most timeless and powerful prayers in the Bible. Gain a better understanding of what prayer is and how you can do it as you witness how prayer has worked in the lives of God’s people.

Whether you were in a board room, classroom, or sitting around your kitchen table, you have probably experienced a moment where someone has said the right thing at the right time and it reminded you of who you are, and why you’re here. These powerful moments can change your life in an instant and set you on a trajectory toward’s God’s purpose for your life… These are Game-Changing moments.

Have you wondered how to remain encouraged in a fallen... chaotic world? This 5-day plan dives into how optimism, perseverance, and expectation can build faith and create a hopeful heart in life's uncertainties. It also nudges a shift in perspective to rise above life's challenges and trust that God's promises are "Yes" and "Amen," and they will not return to Him void.

What does true, genuine faith look like? Go deeper in your faith by studying a different person from faith's "Hall of Fame" in Hebrews 11. Examine the fearful, reverent faith of Noah; the obedient, hopeful faith of Abraham; the impossible faith of Sarah; the worshipping faith of Jacob; the self-denying faith of Moses; and the saving faith of Rahab. 

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.

It is good to educate ourselves and remember why it is essential to know what Israel is all about. Israel is a miracle. Israel is a picture of God’s faithfulness. Israel is your insurance policy that God is faithful to His promises.

I dedicate this devotional to my late friend and mentor, Loverna, who lived her life according to Biblical wisdom about the age-old problem, known as aging. In 2021, the global anti-aging market was valued at 62 billion U.S. dollars. The average American spends $15,000 in their lifetime. Together lets change this aging mindset.

It’s easy to feel unseen as a mom—when no one appreciates the countless dinners, playdates, and appointments we’ve made happen while trying to keep every living being in the house fed, clothed, and somewhat in their right minds. If that’s you, too, the story of Hagar can change your life, helping you experience God’s transformative love in five straightforward steps.

Are you experiencing the pain and grief of pregnancy loss? Let's walk together through the many emotions, ask the hard questions, and seek Biblical answers. God's inconceivable redemption is not only possible in the darkest moments, but most evident and surprising in them.

Drawing on James Spencer's book titled Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D. L. Moody, this Bible Plan examines eight characteristics evident in the Scriptures and in the life of 19th century evangelist Dwight Moody (e.g., surrendered, prayerful, humbled, undistracted, and studious). A free guide including these reflections along with activities and additional devotional content is also available for download from D. L. Moody Center.

When life hits like a tornado, where do we go? When we’re anxious about the future, to whom do we turn? Over thousands of years, God’s people have faced setbacks, even disasters. Their experiences show us ways we can respond and how our faith in God can remain intact—and maybe get even more real.

We’re all searching for something in life. Whether you want to call it significance, purpose or something else, there is an innate desire in each of us for our life to matter. In this 10-day devotional, explore that desire from a biblical perspective. Read God’s perfect plan for your life each day, and how he ultimately wants you to find purpose and significance through bringing him glory.

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.

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.

The Bible is God’s story for humankind — but with 66 books written in an array of voices and settings, it can be hard to connect all the dots. What story is God telling? In this study, you’ll follow 13 key Bible passages from creation to Christ, uncovering sweeping themes of biblical narrative. Discover the fall of humanity, and the great lengths God goes to in pursuit of reconciliation.

Human relationships are almost always messy because people are involved, but God isn’t people. God is God. He is completely, TOTALLY different. If our relationship to/with Him is ever messy, it's only because we made it that way. We invite you to put aside any assumptions you've made about God and let Him speak for Himself. We think you’ll find that He is much easier to trust than people.

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.

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.