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Joy: A Countdown to Christmas

7 Days

Joy: A Countdown to Christmas
Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy –– but what exactly is joy and how do you choose it when the world is filled with hurt and hardship? Discover what “joy to the world” really means by immersing yourself in the Christmas story with this special, 7-day Christmas Plan.

Joy! to Your World! A Countdown to Christmas

25 Days

Joy! to Your World! A Countdown to Christmas
Christmas is a time when we should all expect heaven’s entrance into our dusty, dirty worlds. Christmas is a time that reminds us all that miracles really do happen, prayers are actually answered and that heaven is just one response away. Through the experiences of Mary, Joseph, Zecharias and Elizabeth, the shepherd and the wise men, this devotional explores the significance of the first Christmas and how it intersects with each of our lives today.

Living Hope: A Countdown to Easter

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Living Hope: A Countdown to Easter
When darkness surrounds you, how should you respond? For the next 3 days, immerse yourself in the Easter story and discover how to hold onto hope when you feel forsaken, alone, or unworthy.

The Nativity: A Christmas Countdown Devotional

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The Nativity: A Christmas Countdown Devotional
Countdown to Christmas Day by poring over the miraculous events surrounding the birth of Christ, one piece of the Nativity at a time. Beginning with the prophecies from the Old Testament to the promises God fulfilled, each piece played an important role in the night that changed eternity. Each day includes a devotional, scripture reading, and artwork from Casey Hilty’s Nativity Garland Christmas countdown cards available online.

Joy is a Person

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Joy is a Person
Life is hard! We are struggling in our relationships and our mental and emotional reserves are empty. We need something far greater than we can touch, purchase or come up with on our own. Something that will help us survive the hardest seasons of life. Join Robin Meadows as she shares this 4-day plan taken from the full length Bible study Joy is a Person: A Deep Dive into Philippians.

A Jolt of Joy

31 Days

A Jolt of Joy
The Bible tells us that "in His presence is fullness of joy" and that "the joy of the Lord is our strength". Joy isn't simply another emotion; it is a fruit of the Spirit and one of the best weapons in your arsenal to fight against discouragement, depression, and defeat. Learn what the Bible has to say about joy, and strengthening yourself to become a defiantly joyful Christian.

Vibrant: A Life of Joy

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Vibrant: A Life of Joy
There are people in the world who are vibrant. Their joy is contagious, their peace is deep, and their compassion is engaging. You were chosen to live vibrantly at your moment in history. Not only have you been given the job of living vibrantly, but you have also been fully equipped to live a vibrant and expansive life.

Joy Like a Fountain

5 Days

Joy Like a Fountain
Do you want joy that shimmers like a refreshing fountain your life? This 5-step guide will help you know where to find it and how to keep it bubbling over.

A Fresh Infusion Of Joy

5 Days

A Fresh Infusion Of Joy
Bestselling author Sheila Walsh invites you to discover daily joy. Through funny and inspiring stories and a powerful one sentence daily takeaway, Sheila reminds us of a variety of sources of daily joy. Devotionals are drawn from 5 Minutes with Jesus: A Fresh Infusion of Joy.

Joy Over Stress: How To Make Daily Joy A Habit

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Joy Over Stress: How To Make Daily Joy A Habit
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.

Defiant Joy: A Study On Philippians

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Defiant Joy: A Study On Philippians
Paul, a man in prison facing certain death, abandoned by friends and in the darkest moment of his life is FULL OF JOY. Philippians holds the key to standing out in the world, not with a mask of cheerfulness, but with a sincere heart of joy.

Job - A Story of Unlikely Joy

7 Days

Job - A Story of Unlikely Joy
Joy is the constant companion of the woman who trusts in the Lord. And while you can find it in friends, family, and circumstances, unfailing, persistent joy will only ever overflow from your relationship with Jesus. Just ask Job, the man from Uz who clung to God’s goodness while all his worldly joys were stripped away. But how is it possible to hold onto such joy in times of sorrow? In this study by Lisa Harper, discover the redemptive side to Job’s story of suffering. Learn to use pain to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and remember God’s providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you.

Living a Life of Joy

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Living a Life of Joy
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.

Joy in Christ: A Study in Philippians

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Joy in Christ: A Study in Philippians
Known as “the epistle of joy,” Philippians is full of encouragement and hope. Although imprisoned in Rome, Paul rejoices at the gospel’s advancement. Philippians reminds us that joy is not dependent upon circumstances. Instead, joy is rooted in the reality that “He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ” (Philippians 1:6).

The Secret Joy Of A Surrendered Life

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The Secret Joy Of A Surrendered Life
When you feel like you just want to give up, that's a great place to begin. In this 5-day devotional from Grammy-award-winning singer and songwriter Laura Story, you will explore what it means to truly surrender your life to God, and how to live a freer life as you open your hands to God—and give up control.

How to Find Joy in a Broken World

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How to Find Joy in a Broken World
Watch this devotional video plan and learn how to find joy despite the brokenness of our world.

Joy Blockers: Removing Barriers to Living a Joyful Life

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Joy Blockers: Removing Barriers to Living a Joyful Life
With everything happening all around us all the time, it is easy to forget that part of the fruit of the Holy Spirit is joy. The Bible talks a lot about joy, but life makes it challenging to find the time and space to embrace joy. In this six-day devotional by Debbie Mendoza, we will discuss how to recognize and remove blocks that are hindering the flow of God-given joy in our lives.

Technicolor Joy: A Seven-Day Devotional by Skip Heitzig

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Technicolor Joy: A Seven-Day Devotional by Skip Heitzig
Joy is not the absence of trouble but the presence of Jesus. The apostle Paul's letter to the church at Philippi drips with joy—it's not what anyone would expect given his circumstances. In this seven-day devotional, Skip Heitzig looks at select passages in Philippians to show how you can find joy in the unlikely places and discover how God adds color to the most black and white moments in life.

Finding Joy in the Rooms of a Mother’s Heart

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Finding Joy in the Rooms of a Mother’s Heart
You are about to enter, or perhaps have already entered, the breathtaking, fulfilling, and frustrating address where motherhood lives. Once you cross the threshold of this magnificent dwelling that is reserved for those who have been blessed with children, your life and your heart will never be the same.

Pause: A Month of Joy in Five Minutes a Day

30 Days

Pause: A Month of Joy in Five Minutes a Day
Depression. Loneliness. Comparison. Greed. Addiction. People-pleasing. These are tools of the enemy to steal your calling and rob your joy. In this reading plan, drawn from his book, Lance Lang invites you to neutralize those tools by taking a pause each day, studying scripture, reading encouragement, taking action, and refocusing your attention on Jesus. Press forward into what God has for you. Press pause.

Keys to a Powerful Prayer Life a 4-Day Plan by Joy Oguntimein

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Keys to a Powerful Prayer Life a 4-Day Plan by Joy Oguntimein
Your prayers have power! Yes, you. I know it may not feel like it at times, but it’s true! You can pray simple prayers that produce supernatural results!! This reading plan looks at the life of Elijah and highlights the keys to a more powerful prayer life. Discover the joy in prayer.

4 Habits Of A Joy-Filled Marriage - A 6-Day Devotional

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4 Habits Of A Joy-Filled Marriage - A 6-Day Devotional
This devotional will introduce couples to 4 habits that will help bring sustained joy back into your marriage. This will provide couples with valuable resources to practice all different forms of communication and improve overall marriage health. Explore how just 15 minutes a day will help you and your spouse remain in love.

Joy in the Morning: A 6-Day Devotional by Tauren Wells

6 Days

Joy in the Morning: A 6-Day Devotional by Tauren Wells
A 6-day devotional from Tauren Wells surrounding his new album, Joy In The Morning. Follow along to learn about the inspiration for these songs.

Find Joy: A Journey To Unshakeable Wonder In An Uncertain World

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Find Joy: A Journey To Unshakeable Wonder In An Uncertain World
Shaunti Feldhahn focuses on the key elements of finding joy. Through a series of stories, biblical lessons, and the truths of how we are created, she guides you on a journey to transform your thinking and find Christ-focused wonder in the midst of everyday life no matter what your situation might be. Joy is not a positive-thinking exercise. Joy is an intentional choice that will transform your heart.

All Joy, No Stress: A 5-Day Devotional With Rhett Walker

5 Days

All Joy, No Stress: A 5-Day Devotional With Rhett Walker
There are so many days of our lives that we feel far away from joy. We are all searching for it, yet none of us can quite figure out where it is. The good news is that we serve a God who is the source of joy. Read this devotional with Rhett Walker and discover where the joy is!

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