Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:15

These days, it is commonly believed that all religions are more or less the same. The idea of a unique Saviour is not popular. Yet the Bible teaches that Jesus is unique. There has never been anyone like him. How can this be? How is he different from all others.? In this stirring Bible Plan, Australian author and teacher Dr Barry Chant explores eight ways in which Jesus is unique.

When Jesus saw the crowd and sat down to teach them on some unnamed hillside in Palestine, he refuted forever the false idea that somehow we can be Christians and citizens of the Kingdom of God in good standing without experiencing life change. Let the words of Jesus land on your ears and leave you astonished. The standard of righteousness described in the Sermon on the Mount should leave us feeling utterly helpless when we think of our own small obedience, but gloriously encouraged as we depend upon the indwelling Spirit who brings us into union with Christ’s perfect righteousness

Conclude your journey through the BEMA Liturgy with Part D: Children of the Resurrection Liturgy Reading Plan. BEMA Liturgy is here to help you slow down, form groups around Scripture, and live out the life Jesus has called us to. We encourage you to find a group to join this journey with you as you study, pray, and worship. See bemaliturgy.com for more information about the official start dates and timing of the liturgy.

Wind & Fire is a devotional journey written by Pastor Joel Deacon to help you understand and pursue the spiritual gifts God gives his church. This series explores how the spiritual gifts are given for the mission of Jesus. You will study the gifts by looking at the church’s missional activities of love, presence, formation, freedom, witness and multiplication. Each devotion invites you to open the Scriptures, open your heart and ask the Holy Spirit for fresh power, fresh gifts and fresh wind and fire.

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!

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. 

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 you serve a God of the abundant, why not expect more? He is a big God and is ready to do big things in your life—will you trust him with it? Read this plan and be challenged to change your mindset on finances, build up your faith, trust, and legacy, and see his hand bless you and all areas of your life.

Push pause on the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and take the time to prepare your hearts for the Christmas season as a family. With reflections on Christmas songs, meaningful activities, and meditations on the prophecies about Jesus, "the wonders of His love" will wash over you anew as you read this plan. Merry Christmas!

Faith and fitness can feel at odds, but in reality they're closer than you might think. It's possible to pursue Jesus AND pursue physical health. And the more they're integrated, the stronger you'll grow both physically and spiritually. Join us for a 14-day journey to health!

We humans were created for God’s glory. Each breath we take, each word we say and each decision we make should honor Him! This reading plan discusses what it is like to live like that.

Continue your journey through the BEMA Liturgy with Part B of our Liturgy Reading Plan. BEMA Liturgy is here to help you slow down, form groups around Scripture, and live out the life Jesus has called us to. We encourage you to find a group to join this journey with you as you study, pray, and worship. See our website for more information about the official start dates and timing of the liturgy.

Take the 3-minute nurse challenge! Care for yourself in a demanding profession by spending three minutes daily in the presence of your great Caregiver, Jesus.

You were never meant to hide your faith—you were made to shine. C1TY is a 14-day journey into relational evangelism, inspired by Jesus’ heart for the ONE and your call to be a light in the world (Matthew 5:14–16). Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, you'll learn how to identify your ONE, pursue them with intentional love, and live out your faith in a way that draws others to Jesus. Let your light shine for the ONE who needs it most.

The Penalty Kill Devotional helps athletes grow in faith by exploring the intersection of hockey and discipleship. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life examples, you’ll discover how to compete with integrity, lead with humility, and live with purpose—on and off the ice. Each day offers a biblical truth and practical challenge to strengthen your relationship with Christ and deepen your impact as a teammate, leader, and follower of Jesus.

Have you ever wanted to read the Bible but didn’t know where to start? The Basic Training Challenge provides you with a starting point to learn about God’s mission here on earth. Similar to basic training, this plan will challenge you to get spiritually fit in God’s Word. This short, introductory study will help you journey through the life of Jesus, our Commander, as recorded by those who witnessed it

The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus’ orientation address to His disciples. In the rest of the New Testament we find more details on how to build our lives to maturity, as individuals and as part of a church. But we can begin at no better place than here. This is where the Lord chooses to begin His disciples’ training with solid building blocks for a godly life.

Explore what it means to follow Jesus and live the life He has for us. Following Jesus takes commitment, time, and heart. You’ve got all three. So, buckle up, and let’s have some fun!

Life gives us roles, but not scripts. We need a leader with vision, clear direction, and a willingness to do hard things for the greater good. In the Bible, Jesus is referred to as “Lord,” which means boss or commander. He can give you the guidance to transform every aspect of your life. In this plan, you’ll learn about the life and miracles of Jesus recorded by his first followers.

Reading the New Testament often feels like looking into another world and another life unlike our own experience with God. Dallas Willard believed that the life God presented to us through Jesus was not meant to be an unsolvable puzzle, but a journey of small steps that quietly lead to our own inner transformation. This study, based on Renovation of the Heart, helps us understand that journey.

You will be taken on a 15-day journey that begins with deeper discernment of your unique identity and calling in Christ, moves through examination of the motives and intents of your heart, and ends with exploring practices of deeper partnership with God. You will discover a kingdom model for leadership and uncover hidden barriers that may be keeping you from reaching your full leadership potential in God.

This plan will explore the Sermon on the Mount, an orientation to the Kingdom of God. In this famous sermon, we're taught how living in God's kingdom transforms our lives on a practical level, altering our understanding of and approach to our purpose, the Law, conflict, revenge, sexuality, marriage, spiritual rhythms, money, worry, and so much more!

As Christians, we must unite and dedicate time to praying for our country and for our leaders. America was built on prayer and we know that God will hear our prayers. Please join CBN and Christians across the country in 15 days of prayer for America.

Change often feels like a collision. Getting jolted out of the rut of predictability doesn’t always feel good, but it does have the potential to lead to something positive. Scripture is full of examples of people who collided with God and were never the same because of it. That didn’t mean it was always easy, but it did mean they were forever changed as a result. What would it take to put yourself in a position to collide with God?

What does it look like to follow Jesus with a city-movement mindset—rooted in spiritual depth, fueled by the gospel, and expressed through unity, service, and long-term faithfulness? This 16-day plan is for believers in the ME and beyond as we approach the MDME 2026 on Feb 28th. Each day includes Scripture, a short devotional, reflection , one practical step to move from inspiration to obedience and MDME prayer point. One does not need titles or platform to influence the city—just a surrendered life, love for people, and a willingness to build together for lasting kingdom impact.