Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 28:20

Christmas is the story of a God who comes close. In this 12-day devotional, we reflect on how Jesus stepped into our world with humility, hope and love — not as a distant king but as one who draws near to the lowly and the waiting. Each day offers Scripture, reflection and prayer to help us slow down and see how the birth of Christ speaks to our everyday lives. His coming isn’t just something to celebrate. It’s something to experience. May this journey lead you to wonder, worship and a deeper awareness of his nearness this season.

This 12-day devotional, written by Jake Barrena, equips you to discover and live as your most authentic self through ten powerful, faith-based habits. Blending biblical truth, personal stories, and practical steps, each day challenges you to build a strong foundation in Christ, clarify your mission, persevere through challenges, care for your body and mind, serve others, grow in wisdom, and develop a winning mindset. You’ll be inspired to take ownership of your life, reject complacency, and seize the moment—living fully in God’s purpose for you.

Moms in Prayer uses the Four Steps of Prayer method to engage our hearts in relationship with our loving Father. Each day's plan calls us to focus on a unique attribute of God to help us keep Him at the center of this Christmas season. This plan uses the steps of Praise, Confession (Repentance), Thanksgiving, Intercession (asking for help with whatever we or our loved ones are facing). Each prayer is accompanied by Bible passages that give us a deeper understanding of God's attributes.

The church needs sold-out, all-in Jesus-followers. Disciples and disciple-makers. But where do you find them? How do you develop them? Look no further than how Jesus did it. The greatest leader and mentor of all time poured into 12 guys for a season. Those lives multiplied to build the church to over two billion people who declare their belief in Christ today.

“If speaking is silver, then listening is gold” is an old Turkish proverb. There is a lot of truth in that. But sometimes it is important to speak up. This reading plan discusses various Bible texts that teach you when to speak and when to remain silent, and help you to choose your words wisely.

It’s often hard to say goodbye to people. Especially if they are leaving for a long time or even dying. In such situations, we attach great importance to the last words someone tells us. In the Bible we also read several examples of people who had something important to say before they died or left. Let’s read their last words together.

Journey from Resurrection to Pentecost and beyond in this 13-day devotional rooted in Ancient Christianity. Each day blends Scripture, Church Fathers, real-life stories, and practical action steps to help you live boldly, joyfully, and purposefully in the power of the Holy Spirit. Discover how the message of Pentecost can transform your daily life and empower you to bring Christ’s hope, unity, and love to the world.

In this final phase of leadership development, Jesus’ style is radical and it flies in the face of many of the popular beliefs of leadership at the time. Get ready to see leadership Jesus-style. During this phase Jesus reveals to his committed core of disciples the Father’s master plan for reaching the world.

Want to experience the abundant life Jesus promised us in John 10:10? That life starts when we connect to Jesus and to His Church.  In this 14-day reading plan, Perry Noble, explains why no organization has more potential to change the world than the local church!

This 14-day reading plan includes the stories behind some of the world’s most popular hymns and gospel songs. Readings are drawn from the Gaither Homecoming Bible.

14-day devotional from R.C. Sproul on living out your faith. Each devotional calls you to live in the presence of God, under the authority of God, to the glory of God.

Find peace and balance through life's hectic pace with practical and spiritual insight from God’s Word. Life is full of obligations, emotions, and relationships. Some are life-giving, yet sometimes the weight and responsibility of everyday life is heavy to bear. As wives, mothers, friends, and daughters, we need to know we’re not alone. When our days are long, and our nights are restless, it’s easy to think we should be able to handle things on our own. Or that no one struggles like we do. Be encouraged with this 14 day reading plan with insights from Lysa TerKeurst and the women at Proverbs 31 Ministries.

Ever wanted to invite a friend or family member to church, but just couldn't find the words to say? This plan is designed to help you understand why inviting people to church is so important, and then give you the resources to know how, where, and when to invite them. Learn how to be a bringer and start this plan today!

In the Old Testament times, God chose people (TOUCHPOINTS), interacting with them in innumerable ways. This, in the light of the New Testament (NT), brings deep perspectives on the Word. GOD’s TOUCHPOINTS has four parts, the first being Old Testament Summary, Patriarchal ages – covering key people and foundations. The sequel is GOD REVEALED – a New Testament Journey. Following the “additional reading” passages provided will take you through the entire bible in both series.

Unlimited Purpose helps you see God's amazing plans for your life through his gift of grace. By exploring his purpose for you, you can deepen your relationship with him and allow his power to work through you. This is a reading  plan for every Christian, especially if you long to discover greater direction in your faith journey. The Unlimited Purpose reading plan explores the vision and heart God has for you. 

Unlimited Savior will help you see God’s extravagant love for you made known through His Son Jesus Christ. Jesus is the Bread of Life; He has invited you to join Him in the great feast that He has prepared for you and for all who will receive His love. This reading plan will encourage you that Jesus wants to lead you along the path He has prepared for you.

Jesus pours out His grace. As the Son of God, He came to a broken world to bring redemption. He took the punishment that we deserve and through His work on the cross, we get to experience new mercies each day. This reading plan allows you to read His words of life and experience His grace with each day of the study. Enjoy Jesus as you are filled with grace.

This reading plan explores the first Gospel. This Gospel explains that Jesus was the king of Jews that brought the kingdom of heaven, even though Jesus didn't arrive in the way people expected.

When Jesus Christ founded His church, He had a clear vision of what it would be—and He’s calling each of us to participate in that vision, both in our local communities and around the world. Join Dr. Charles Stanley and In Touch Ministries as they help you discover what it means to be part of His church, finding your unique place in the story of God’s people.

What drives you to live beyond yourself, to embrace Jesus’ commission to make disciples of all nations? Jesus reached beyond His own people and calls His followers to do the same. These Bible stories will engage you in God’s vision and reveal what Michael Jordan, an Israelite servant girl, a Samaritan leper and others teach us about our own mission—and being compelled by Christ’s love.

Our life is not one devoid of stormy seasons that crash as waves and violent winds, tossing us up and down, aiming to take our focus off God who is always sailing with us. This devotional will help you anchor your trust in God as you navigate through life’s storms.

Jesus’ followers are in a spiritual battle. Because we seek to live for God, we are the targets of enemy attacks. Satan, God’s enemy and ours, will do all he can to leave us discouraged, doubting, and defeated. These brief prayers and foundational Scriptures will help you to keep your eyes on Jesus, stand firm in the faith, and experience daily victory as you “fight on your knees”!

It’s no secret that life can leave us feeling discouraged, left behind, or caught in old cycles. Thankfully, God is the author of fresh starts. New Horizons: Discovering possibility, purpose, and potential in Christ will refresh your soul, no matter where your walk with God takes you. This simple 14-day devotional gives you new fuel to run your race, and fresh encouragement for your season. Your new horizon starts today!

Prayer is an activity of faith– faith that God is and that he hears the cries of his people. He not only listens, but he also acts. Jesus said that faith-filled prayer will move mountains. As you pray, be prepared for the work God will do in your heart. And pray with assurance that you are participating in God’s salvation plan for the multitude of souls in Northern Asia.

Each day of this very personal Bible plan brings you once again to the altar in your soul—just you and Jesus. Over the course of fourteen days you will have God-opportunities to redirect your life, cast your burdens on the One who cares for you, and be filled anew—a different experience each day. Come be gloriously changed, receive peace, and walk free!