Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to John 20:25

Can spirits interact with the living? Is there really such a thing as purgatory? Will there be pets in heaven? Popular pastor Randy Frazee offers Biblically-based answers to questions about life and death. Drawn from the book What Happens After You Die: A Biblical Guide to Paradise, Hell, and Life After Death.

Perhaps one of the most debilitating parts of life can be summed up in one word—doubt. Doubt can destroy faith, trust, belief, and confidence when it is left unchecked and unresolved. The disciple Thomas, and even John the Baptist, experienced doubt that could have shattered their faith and trust in Jesus. This plan shares with us how doubt by Jesus can bring about peace, faith, grace, and patience.

In the days leading up to Easter Sunday, let's take some time to stop, dive deep into Jesus' journey to the cross, and invite Him to bring you fresh revelation of this season. It is helpful to have a journal with you as you reflect on the questions, and to track what God reveals to you in this time!

In moments of sadness, disbelief, hatred, and meaninglessness of life, the Risen Christ appeared to several people and gave them peace, certainty, and purpose in their lives. In three days we will explore the encounters of Mary Magdalene, Thomas, and Saul with Jesus after he was resurrected. It is our fervent desire that you too have a real encounter with God.

Doubt is not the opposite of faith - unbelief is. Many Christians wrestle with doubt, and if you are one of them, you are in the company of many other believers. This devotion offers a message of hope while dealing with doubt and practical wisdom to help you honestly face your doubts and strengthen your faith.

The WORD on the cross... The WORD in the grave... The WORD resurrected... Day 1 examines Jesus' final words on the cross. Day 2 contemplates the silence of Saturday—the "between" day when Jesus lay in the tomb. Day 3 celebrates how Jesus, as the Word, offers the final, triumphant word over sin and death.

We hear about the resurrection of Jesus every year at Easter, but have you ever considered what it was like to have experienced it firsthand, face-to-face, as his friends did? Learn from Mary Magdalene, Thomas, and Peter as we look at the hope Jesus brought them after that first Easter and the hope he still offers you today.

Christmas can stir up both joy and ache, moments of wonder mixed with weariness, loss, or even shame. In this three-day Bible Plan, you’re invited to slow down and rediscover God’s presence right in the middle of your ordinary, imperfect life. Through Scripture, reflection, and film, you’ll explore the God who seeks us when we hide, meets us in our pretending, and shows up in tangible ways when we most long to be found.

Whether you're showing up in your darkness, searching for Jesus in old places, or struggling to believe again, this 3-day Easter devotional is your invitation to stop looking for a living God among dead things and to discover that He's calling your name. We will walk with Mary Magdalene as she journeys from the darkness of the tomb to the joy of resurrection morning, and Thomas's honest wrestle from doubt to declaration.

Savanna Hartman describes a world that has never been more broken and lost than it is today. People are hurting and want something authentic and real to hold on to. She makes a compelling case that true hope can be found only in Christ. Despite the chaos that is all around you, hope is within your reach right now.

In every stage of life and the human experience, there is the One who understands what we are going through. We are not alone and suffering is not some sort of vague part of life. In the midst of suffering, we gain a greater understanding of what Christ did for us - No matter how dark things may seem, no matter how difficult things may seem, He is with us. Join Matt Maher as he takes you inside some of his songs that reflect upon the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The resurrection is the foundation for the Christian faith. Without it, there is no Christianity. But, how do we know the resurrection actually happened? Highlighting Christ’s resurrection and its impact on the lives of all believers, this guide will equip believers to discuss and share the gospel of the resurrection within modern culture.  

What gets in your way from claiming victory as a Christian? Fear? Rejection? Shame? Doubt? I know what it's like to be defeated, but I also know what it is to overcome struggles that once held me. If you are committed to a life of faith and partnering with Jesus, I will share how God and the application of His Word lead all Christians to the victorious and overcoming life.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the fourteenth part "The Cross of Christ." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

In times of trouble, God’s words have a special application to the challenging moments of our lives. His words alone give us the hope we need and overflow with his promises of real love, forgiveness, salvation, peace, hope, and joy. The passages in this plan describe these present and eternal blessings. They’re a reminder of the real love, tremendous assurance, and ultimate value all believers have through faith in Jesus.

On Easter, we celebrate the hope of new life that Jesus brings into each of our lives, and even more, into the whole world. The earth-shattering thing that happened on this day changes everything. In this four-day series from Words of Hope, consider the life-changing hope of Easter as we read John's account of Jesus' death and resurrection.

As we take a look at some different people who were impacted by the Resurrection, you will come to realize that's our story - we are Easter people and we have access to the power of the Resurrection in our daily lives. The resurrection isn’t just a moment in time, it’s a whole new state of mind.

What goes through your mind when you think about being left alone? Is it a good feeling? Is it a bad feeling? Does it bring up negative emotions? Or do you like being alone? What do we do with isolation. Over the next couple of days, we are going to look at what God does through isolation.

Caterpillars turn into butterflies… Tadpoles turn into frogs... Kittens turn into villains plotting our demise… Transformation happens all around us! When we choose to follow Jesus, He changes EVERYTHING, especially our thoughts. Join in as we explore how God helps us take control of our thinking when we choose to trust in Him.

Gen Z, born into a complex and rapidly changing world, carries unique questions about life and God. Does it feel like your communication with Gen Z often misses the mark? Understanding Gen Z's real questions about faith opens the door to meaningful conversations and deeper connections. In this plan, we will look at three questions Gen Z is actually asking.

Skate Church Movement is a collaborative initiative with the mission to create resources that inspire new leaders within the skate community. Adapted from the 52-week Skate Church Movement Devotional, this plan was written by skaters, for skaters. With over 10,000 skateparks worldwide, this harvest is plentiful. We hope to equip individuals to combine their passion for skateboarding with their love for Jesus to impact the world through action sports.

Dennis Brooke, author of the novel The Last Apostle, explores life lessons learned from personal experience on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The Camino, also known as The Way, is a pilgrimage to the tomb of James dating back to medieval times. This devotional relies on the writings of James’s brother John--the last apostle of Jesus Christ.

You can tell a lot about a person by their friends. In this devotional inspired by the hit CNN series “Finding Jesus,” discover Jesus through the lens of those closest to Him – His friends.

In this devotional we’ll see that many times we doubt God’s movement in our lives, making us weak in in faith, opening up space for questioning and insecurities. But, we have to overcome these doubts, anchoring our hope in the promises of God, in His faithfulness and His eternal goodness.

In a world of never-ending mental assault, it’s no wonder we all experience doubt at some level. In this devotional, we look at doubt through the eyes of a Husband, Dad, Leader, and World. But don’t worry, for Jesus has overcome the world. Stay Uncommen!