Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Leviticus 23:42

Consider not only the lilies of the field, but all the plants, trees, herbs, shrubs, and flowers that play a role in the biblical narrative. The Bible is peppered with allusions to the plants that were a part of daily life in the ancient Near East and New Testament Israel. With original illustrations, this devotional clarifies the biblical references to five different plants while providing meaningful insights into God’s Word.

Mere hours after Yom Kippur comes to an end, sounds of building and banging can be heard in Jewish communities around the world as Jews begin to build their temporary shelter known as a sukkah. Five days later, we will inhabit our sukkah for an entire week as we celebrate the biblical holiday of Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles. In this reading plan, we will learn how the sukkah connects the inspiration and introspection of the High Holy Days with our everyday living.

Only one Jewish ritual is mentioned in the Ten Commandments: keeping the Sabbath. This attests to the importance of the Sabbath, and to the centrality the Sabbath holds in Jewish tradition. The Sabbath is the focal point of the Jew's week. Every Sunday is a countdown to Friday when the Sabbath begins at sundown. Candles are lit, families join around the table for a ritual meal, and communities come together in Bible study and prayer. It is the highlight of each week, and the cornerstone of our faith.

The seven feasts outlined in the Old Testament were not just significant for the Israelites, they are significant to us today because they are symbolic of God’s perfect plan. For believers today, these feasts represent freedom because Jesus came to set us free. As you go through this plan, allow Jesus to reveal Himself to you. When you feast on Jesus, you’ll be set free!

Delve into the biblical contexts behind Jesus’ powerful ‘I AM’ statements found in the Gospel of John. As we look at look at these statements more closely, we will discover the Old Testament “shadows” which served as hints and signposts of a “substance” that was ultimately fulfilled in Christ.

Happy New Year everyone! As we come into not only a new year, but a new decade, we have decided to collectively embark on 21 days of prayer and feasting! We pray as you read and meditate over these devotions, you come with an attitude of thanksgiving and praise. Come thanking God in prayer that He has already given it to us!

This twelve-part plan can be read alone, with a group, or with your family! Each month, you will dive into a new part of the unified story that leads to Jesus discovering the heart of God for the whole world. Let's dive into Part two of twelve!