Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Isaiah 53:3

Visiting Israel truly makes the stories of the Bible come to life. After seeing the Holy Land with my own eyes for the first time, I returned home with a heightened sense of gratitude and awe. In this devotional, I share with you a few of the insights and truths I learned while walking where Jesus walked.

Discover why seeking knowledge about one's self is critical to growing deeper in relationship with God.

Do you have spiritual questions that you'd love answers for? Questions regarding faith, religion, God, or the Bible? Watch this video series to get some answers, but be prepared to dig into God's Word too!

This video series applies God's Word to the issue of abuse and teaches us what God says to those who’ve been abused.

God is awakening His Church, and we need to see the big picture. When times get tough, we will be tempted to quit. It is not, however, time to quit. Join us as we learn how to read the times we are in, as well as gain strategies on how to stand and advance the Kingdom of God.

How is your family preparing for Easter? Through this short and sweet devotional (especially helpful if you’re teaching little ones with short attention spans), Scott James brings to light the many things that Christ’s life and resurrection means for us not only through the season of Lent, but all year long.

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.

We all experience great loss- the loss of a relationship, a job, a loved one, or simply the loss of life as it once was. We’re sure that life is not supposed to be this way and so we grieve and mourn for what could have been. And we’re not alone. Part 3 of this series will help us learn the language and heart of lament in Scripture.

Be honest. If God sent you the "one" today, would you be ready for him/her? Or would you potentially sabotage the relationship and cause more harm than good? Truth is a lot of us are dealing with baggage from past relationships and toxic cycles that need to be dealt with. Join Damien as he helps you become whole from head to toe before you meet the right one.

Breathe deeply. God is in control. Do you long to let go of the anxiety that weighs on you, to breathe out the fear that hangs over your days, and breathe in the calm? Trusted author Max Lucado offers Scripture and practical tools in this five-day reading plan to let your anxieties go, one by one, into the safe hands of a God who will never leave you.

If you are struggling with grief, know you are not alone. Scripture is filled with examples of people who experienced the death of someone they held dear. Whether your loss was recent or not, God is able to comfort you. This five-day devotional plan will remind you of His care for those who grieve and mourn.

Mark 1:40-45 shows us how, through the gospel, Christ touches us with His salvation to heal us of our spiritual sickness of sin, and He ends our spiritual separation from God.

Life is full of difficult questions and many of them often seem impossible to answer. In this 5-day plan based on his new book '12 Truths and a Lie,' author and pastor J.D. Greear walks you through 4 common lies we face today and contrasts them with a key truth about Jesus.

God is always speaking; we must learn to heed His Voice. This devotional means to empower you to hear what He is saying to you. As you tune your ear to the Father’s Voice and obey His Word, you will begin to hear “A Word in Season” for your life at every turn!

The events surrounding the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ changed the course of history. Jesus offered redemption so we would never be eternally separated from God our Father. Jesus’ sacrificial death provided for all mankind’s needs — including the forgiveness of sins, healing, eternal life, and much more! This plan dives into the details of what really happened when Jesus triumphed over death, hell, and the grave!

In the midst of despair, find hope. In the depths of doubt, fuel your faith. In a season of stress or struggle, rest in your Savior’s embrace. Experience the profound hope of Easter through Old Testament poetry that foretold Christ’s resurrection. This illuminating 5-day plan from poet and Bible teacher Jen Weaver guides you on a pilgrimage to rediscover God’s unwavering presence and pursuit of your heart.

Have you ever questioned God? Did you worry that your faith would disappear because you wrestled with God’s will and his Word? Apologist Lisa Victoria Fields has good news for you. Wrestling is not the death of your faith. Wrestling is actually the key to growing in your relationship with God.

In Mark 5–7, we see Jesus and the disciples “zig-zagging” back and forth across Lake Galilee. The disciples must have felt disoriented with all the movement, but Jesus was clearly in charge of their itinerary. He seems to be on a purposeful mission, and none of his encounters with people are accidental or unanticipated. This five-day series will explore some encounters, particularly Jesus’ missional words and actions.

This five-day plan explores various angelic encounters that announced the arrival of the Messiah. We’ll consider Zechariah's doubt, Mary's humility, Joseph's obedience, and the shepherds' exuberance. Angels should not be worshiped, but they model true worship when they sing, “Glory to God in the highest!” This Christmas, marvel with the angels at the Savior born in the city of David who is Christ the Lord.

Discover the wonder and purpose behind Jesus' miraculous birth as told in Matthew 1. From Joseph’s courage to the fulfillment of ancient prophecies, these devotionals invite you to embrace the depth of God’s love, the reality of Emmanuel (God with us), and the ultimate gift of salvation. Rediscover Christ’s story and its life-changing significance.

While we may lack wisdom or strength when we face challenges, we know a Name that is above it all—Jesus. He is the ultimate overcomer, and when we call on Him, nothing is impossible. This devotional is based on the song, "I Know A Name." The hope of this song is to lift our eyes above our struggles and remind us that true help and victory are found in Jesus.

This 5-day series, My Plans are in Your Hands, dives deep into trusting God's plan, overcoming obstacles, and surrendering stubbornness. Whether facing setbacks, doubts, or external opposition, this devotional reminds you that God goes before you, leading with love and purpose.

Jesus is the light that dispels our darkness! This is part five of eight in the" Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend, focusing on drawing closer to Jesus. The plans in this series can be done in any order. See also" Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

Comfort and pain are as old as the human experience. Yet, we struggle to understand their place in our life and faith. Why do I not feel God’s comfort? If He loves me, how could God let this happen? This six-day Bible Plan delves into these questions, their answers in Scripture, and God’s place in all of it.

Have you ever been disappointed with God, or felt like God let things get out of control? Have you ever been afraid to express your disappointments and embrace the faith that you have to the Lord? What if you are carrying things that can be lifted from your shoulders? Hopelessness can take claim in us when disappointments in our lives aren't acknowledged or resolved. In this reading plan you will hear six prayers and reflection from God’s word on the topic of disappointment and how God knows of your suffering.