Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:48

Our life experiences have defined us for far too long. Instead, we can choose to acknowledge them, learn from them, and allow them to serve as stepping stones as we become the women God has predestined us to be. Author and educator, A. Margot Blair, invites us on a journey to find freedom in Christ, break free from strongholds, and grow in spiritual maturity.

Look at six biblical principles that shaped Dr. King’s life and motivated him to speak on behalf of African-Americans in the Civil Rights Movement: love, conscience, freedom, justice, perseverance, and hope. You can better understand, live, experience, and ultimately form a community around the unifying principles at the heart of the dream to which Dr. King dedicated his life. Adapted from Share the Dream Bible Study.

The Bible doesn’t paint the perfect picture that we might hope to see; rather, it paints a picture that makes sense only when we consider God as the true superhero in a massive movement of redemption from the first to the last chapters of the Bible. A good God has good reasons for filling his stories with morally flawed people. Through their failures, his grace is on full display.

The One Year Pray for the Family Bible invites us to deepen our relationships with God and the families he has given us. Daily prayer prompts focus on some of the most pressing issues facing families today. Each day’s Scripture reading helps us discover answers and guidance in God’s Word. This is a one week reading plan taken from the One Year Pray for the Family Bible.

In this devotional, we will look at Jesus' most famous sermon: The Sermon on the Mount! We will see what Jesus has to say about: - Living life as a Christian - Reaching others for Jesus - Calling to higher standards and convictions - Prayer & Fasting - Anxiety & trust in God - Faith - And more!

Hurt happens even in close friendships, and sometimes friendships fall apart. In the aftermath, we face complex emotions: anger, hurt, guilt, shame, insecurity, and fear. This plan will help you move toward healing and forgiveness (even when forgiveness is hard). It will encourage you to find the courage to open your heart to new friendships and to continue drawing closer to the Friend who will never leave.

Have you ever felt incoherent? In this plan, we will address the relationships between concepts that make our reality seemingly incoherent.

Matthew’s Gospel is structured around five discourses, the first being the Sermon on the Mount. More than ethical instruction, the Sermon on the Mount invites us into a new way of being human. This new way of life represents a reversal of typical societal values, encouraging humans to live at the overlap of heaven and earth, organizing their lives around trust in God’s authority and service for the vulnerable.

Join us as we delve into the profound impact of habitual practices on our spiritual lives. Drawing inspiration from Scripture, we'll discover the significance of daily habits in shaping our character and our walk with God. Together, we'll uncover practical strategies to cultivate habits that align with God's will, fostering spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with Him.

Meaningful connections with other people aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential to mental, physical, and spiritual health. But every relationship has one common denominator: you. Spend the next seven days discovering what you can do to improve your relationships, with help from Scripture and the teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley.

Be blessed through the Gospel of Matthew and seven insightful devotionals inspired by it. Each day offers a unique perspective on key passages, guiding you to delve deeper into the profound teachings found within Matthew's Gospel. From the revelation of Jesus as Savior to His compassionate ministry and the promise of His kingdom, these devotionals invite reflection, contemplation, and a deeper understanding of the profound message of hope and salvation.

What do we do when someone has wronged us? How do we handle it when those angry feelings just won't go away? This 7-day plan for men dives into the important and often challenging topic of forgiveness: what it is, why it's so crucial, and, importantly, how we practically engage in it. Written by Alan Wachob of True North Church in Milton, ON.

Pssst... do you hate your job? You aren't alone - and this 7-day devotional was made for YOU! It's for those who struggle to show up day after day, those trying to decide whether to stay or go and those who need a place to process the complicated feelings of hating their jobs. This Bible study will help you find encouragement, perspective, clarity, and insight to help you move forward.

Join us in this devotional for men as we explore the importance and goodness of obedience and the cost of disobedience to the way of Christ. Written by Tim Pippus of Hope for Life Christian Fellowship in Calgary, AB.

This guide has been created to journey through reconciliation and oneness as we pray through John 17 “… I pray that all of them may be one." Firstly, becoming one with the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. Secondly, with our brothers and sisters in the Body of Jesus Christ, the Church. Thirdly, our role as peacemakers in the world around us. This is week three in a five-part series.

Jesus left the church the vision of a movement when he challenged us to reproduce from our own Jerusalem into “Judea, Samaria and the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8). For us to see a movement, we need every Christ follower to adopt Jesus' personal mission to “seek and save the lost” (Luke 19:10). Evangelism is core to the mission of Jesus and essential to accomplishing his vision. This plan is part of a 5 week journey built around the topic Gospel X - Multiplying the gospel.

We all work with challenging people: negative Nancies, belittling bosses, vendors and co-workers who can’t seem to meet a deadline, etc. What does Scripture say about how we can glorify God as we resolve conflict and pursue peace with the most difficult people we work with? Join me as I share seven answers to that question over the next few days.

This seven-part devotional will guide you through Lent, ending on Easter Sunday. You can either use it weekly or daily. In this devotional, we’ll explore the different ways we can enjoy unity with God, his people, and our communities. As you read God’s word and draw closer to him, you’ll be guided through reflections, prayers and powerful stories of hope from Tearfund’s work around the world.

Arrested in that garden, Jesus endured two sham trials and the most unjust verdict in all history. The Creator of the cosmos, crucified by His creatures on a hill outside Jerusalem. From that awful site, Christ would speak His “last seven words.” You’ll find reflections on each of these seven words in the following pages. As you read these devotional articles, we pray that you’ll ponder their significance and gain encouragement from the promise of the hope that blooms eternally.

The key to finding success in life or a meaningful career isn't about who you know, but how you serve. That is how you can truly make a difference in the world—one person at a time. In this devotional, you will learn how you can change the world by: making yourself available instead of visible, giving instead of taking and losing yourself instead of finding yourself.

Why doesn't God do something about suffering and trouble? This ancient question is still being asked today. Doesn't God care? Jesus suffered for us and was well acquainted with grief. Christianity was born in suffering and the Bible has much to say about it. This Bible Plan features lively coversations between Lyn and Sam who raise provocative questions and offer intriguing responses.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount resounds in history as the most compact teaching, full of wisdom and truth for our daily lives. Christ’s teachings aren’t just practical; they’re a radical call to love others and follow him. Far from pithy advice, Jesus’ sermon represents a heavy demand for those who want to become his disciple. Sit at the feet of Jesus with this companion to the Sermon on the Mount.

What is God like? This plan, from John Mark Comer and Practicing the Way and based on the book God Has a Name, covers in depth the most quoted verse in the Bible by the Bible - Exodus 34v6-7 - showing us the most essential aspects of God's character and what that means for us. The second edition of God Has a Name is available now, with updated content. Find it wherever books are sold.

This one simple verse (John 3:16) captures the essence of the Gospel of salvation that Jesus came to preach. It shows why Jesus came, what He had to do, who sent Him, God's promises to His people, and how we enter this salvation. It is a powerful lesson for all.

It is one thing to have a relationship with the Lord; another is to experience intimacy with Him. Join the apostle John in the pursuit of fellowship with God through chapter 4 and beginning of chapter 5 of 1 John. Together, we will explore the portrait of perfect love—the mandate to love, the manifestation of love, and the motivation for love. Experience God’s perfect love and Maximum Joy!