Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 7:7

God invites us to pray to him; it’s a wonderful blessing to be able to talk directly to our Father in heaven. But oftentimes, we let things get in the way of our prayer time. This devotional reading plan presents some common prayer killers and gives you practical advice for how to overcome them so you can spend time with your God in prayer.

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers.  This is the seventh of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  Jesus talks about the “do’s and don’ts” of His kingdom.  How to sum up the Kingdom: see others like God sees them, and treat them like God treats them. 

What advice do a few lesser known biblical figures have to give Millennials and/or Gen Z-ers? Find out in this 6-day Bible Plan.

God never lacks any resource, and He knows how to give good gifts to His children. Yet many Christians settle for far less than what’s available to them in Christ. Too many believers are choosing to find happiness in the mundane and ordinary when God wants to do so much more! This practical, step-by-step plan helps you explore all that God wants to do in your life… Are you ready?

I was diagnosed with Essential Tremors, a disorder of the Central Nervous System years ago. Tremors affected my head, hands, and voice which stopped my public speaking. If you are battling a health issue, this plan is for you! God wants you to know that He can work through you, even when the door you planned to walk through, closes!

Like a child running to a parent for a bandaid and a kiss, God longs for us to run to him when our souls hurt and our bodies break. Our sorrows are not too much for him. In fact, he delights in us when we turn towards him. This 6 day plan reminds us of God's presence and faithfulness, in good times and in bad.

Know the benefit of what you’re doing in the light of God’s Word and the heavenly inheritance that will be given to you for your work. Once you, a believer, know this, it inspires you to labour effectively in God’s kingdom. Discover five purposes of prayer in this plan.

We know as Christians that prayer is important. But if you were honest with yourself, how often do you pray? The rhythm of prayer should be something to us that is as easy as taking a breath - let’s spend some time together working on that rhythm!

The first year of loss can look different for each individual, yet it is equally as difficult to muddle through and see the light at the end of that dark tunnel, especially on specific dates. This plan is designed to help through the grieving of the "unwanted firsts" as each one approaches. There is no perfect response or answer, but a perfect God can and wants to carry you through all these firsts and get you to the other side, and He will if you allow Him to.

The Bible is a book that helps you follow Jesus and grow closer to God. But it’s a lot, and it can be overwhelming when you first start reading it! This six-day Plan is your Bible Starter Kit, full of tips to help as you dig into the Bible—so you can read it, understand it, and live it.

Devotional thoughts by Worship Pastors in Oklahoma City who are apart of CNOW.us

The Dove Award winning Christian Rock band Building 429 has teamed up with The Overflow Devo to construct a 7-day Reading Plan on YouVersion. In this devotional, lead singer Jason Roy discusses the scriptural origins and personal experiences that inspired the lyrics from several songs of their new album, “We Won’t Be Shaken.”

Praying for Your Elephant - Praying Bold Prayers

The Hollywood Prayer Network invites you to join us this week to grow in your own faith and to pray for the people, the projects, and the impact that the Hollywood Entertainment Industry has on our culture. Prayer changes us, and it's the most important life changer of all the gifts God has given to us. Get excited about your conversations with God and spend this week seeking Him. Your prayers make an eternal difference!

You may have heard Hans Christian Andersen’s version of the old folk tale, "The Princess and the Pea"—a story where a prince uses a pea to discover a true princess. There are also P’s in the Christian life. This plan will examine six things that as the Bride of Christ we need to remember about who we are and, therefore, how we are to respond—all beginning with the letter P.

If you’re a fan of hip-hop, then you can’t miss this reading plan from Museum of the Bible! Learn about the Bible’s role in the music of some of the rap games biggest stars. From hip-hop pioneer KRS-One and legendary figures such as DMX and Lauryn Hill to more recent stars such as Kendrick Lamar and Chance the Rapper, Museum of the Bible’s reading plan shares the Bible verses that inspired them to write some of their biggest hit songs. The plan includes seven stories that highlight the role of the Bible in hip-hop.

Adapted from her book, The Unseen Companion: God with the Single Mother , Michelle Lynn Senters writes encouraging letters to the single mother, offering the hope, healing, and love found in God and in His Word.

In this 7-day reading plan, Beth Moore uses questions from Scripture to lead you into intimacy with the One who knows you best. The crooked punctuation mark at the end of a sentence speaks of curiosity, interest, and perhaps doubt. A question is an invitation to vulnerability, to intimacy. The Bible does not shy away from such an invite. Over and over we see the people of God asking questions of their Creator. We also see the God of the universe asking questions of His creation. The Quest is a challenge to accept the invitation.  Learn to dig into the Word, to respond to the questions of God, and to bring your questions before Him. Let the crooked punctuation mark be the map that points you into a closer relationship with the Father.

We all agree on the importance of prayer. We know it is a priority in our lives. We hear sermons and teachings on it, and we promise to pray for others. If you’re a follower of Christ, you understand prayer is your access to God. The reality is that we all WANT to pray- but oftentimes, we don’t know how. These next 7 days, we’ll look at the Lord’s prayer and break it down as our example for prayer.

Our culture is frantic with worry. But Christians are called to live and think differently from the worried world around us. The solution isn’t in sheer willpower—it’s rooted entirely in who God is. This reading plan provides seven reasons to anchor our faith in God and who he is. Join me as we turn our eyes from the things of earth to the Author and Completer of our faith.

What does it take to live a life that matters? Dr. John C. Maxwell helps answer that question with this 7-Day reading plan designed to help you discover key areas where you can lead your life instead of merely experience it.

Positive changes happen in us when we know, believe, confess and obey God’s Word. When we agree with what God says about us, our minds are renewed, and our choices and habits improve. One of the best ways to understand God’s perspective about you is through the daily confession of His Word. Speaking His Word, and the truths it contains, over your life daily dismantles wrong thinking and develops right thinking. This plan is based on Pastor Dale O'Shields book Unleashed: 25 Affirmations to Release Your Full Potential"

Becoming a father is a big responsibility, even more so to be a Christian father. God’s Word has some special instructions to guide you through one the most important roles you will ever have. Written by Stephen Binz based on teachings by Bishop Thomas Olmstead of the Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.

Does God really hear your prayers? You’d like to believe it, but sometimes it’s difficult not to wonder if he’s really listening. Sometimes we’re sure he’s not. This 7 day devotional will guide you through the assurance the Bible gives that God does hear our prayers.

We’re all chasing something. Usually something just out of reach—a better job, a more comfortable home, a perfect family, the approval of others. But isn’t this tiring? Is there a better way? Find out in this new Life.Church Bible Plan, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, Chasing Carrots.