Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:15

"Hope in the Shadows" is a 3-day Bible reading plan that invites us to reflect on bringing hope through generosity. Each day centers on how our actions can shine God’s light in a world of need. Through scriptures and reflections, we’re encouraged to serve others with compassion, embody Christ’s love, and uplift those in darkness, especially during the Christmas season. Let God’s light shine through you.

This is a 4 day challenge to read the 4 chapters in the book of Ruth - a great love story in the Bible. Ruth will challenge your understanding of relationships and enable you to see the beauty of God's redemptive love. Bible challenges go beyond reading; as we share our understanding with each other, so as you read, hash tag #RuthChallenge via twitter to share your points. Bible Challenge MOTTO: The Bible is JUICY. The Bible is LIFE. The Bible is for YOU!

This plan leads you through the scripture behind the lyrics of the new student worship song release from Life.Church Worship. This is part one of a three-part album Breaking the Silence created to lead students closer to God through music.

Christianity can radically transform society. Alan Platt reminds us that the future of God’s church is Christ followers being instruments of change in the cities God loves.

God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness is a powerful reminder that in all circumstances, we are called to be a light for Jesus to a world in desperate need of hope. This is a 4-day devotional inspired by the movie, God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness, in theaters nationwide March 30. Written by Cassie Littel

This 4-day plan by Shae Bynes provides scripture insights on what it means to do business as a Kingdom-driven entrepreneur. This is not business as usual.

Every year, many of us are presented with an opportunity to go on a mission trip. But as a working adult, is this something that you should do? Or is God calling you to something else? How do you know? In this study, we look at what the Bible says about this and your specific role in building God’s Kingdom.

This 4-day plan on being open about your faith addresses the fact that it's not always easy. Each day provides effective steps to equip you to share your faith powerfully at work or anywhere you go so you can share your faith with confidence.

Who are you? If someone asked you that question, how would you respond? Identity is far more than your family, your career, your friendships, your heritage, your appearance, your possessions and the location where you live. Your identity is who you are in Jesus and a relationship with Him. Your identity is grace based and not earned.

Distractions can take us off course. Establishing the biblical priorities in our lives is vital for our walk as Believers. In this Abide plan we will meditate on a life driven by godly priorities.

Sometimes life is dark and difficult, leading us to despair. You may wonder, " Why am I here? What’s the point? Why do bad things happen?" When life seems empty and futile, you need to know God understands and has a purpose for you. In this study, you will learn how pain can drive you to make significant changes that can lead to a life full of meaning and hope.

The glorious event of the birth of Jesus teaches many lessons beyond the traditional tales of Christmas. This devotional takes a closer look at some of the events surrounding that holy moment and discusses how we can leverage the opportunities from the miraculous birth of Jesus Christ beyond the seasonal celebrations and into our everyday living.

In this reading plan, we’ll study the life of Hannah More—perhaps the most important writer you’ve never heard of. She used her unique gifts to find a better way to create meaningful change for the Kingdom, which eventually led to the abolition of slavery in the British empire.

Moms are constantly trying to do all the things while keeping themselves from losing their minds. Often, the things that matter most fall by the wayside. That adds up to a lot of pressure, stress, and mom guilt that threatens to steal your joy. This 4-day devotional will show you how to glorify God in your home while working so you can experience the peace and joy that God designed.

What would you do if you knew all of Heaven was behind you, supporting you, cheering you on? It’s time to practice some intentional soul care to get over imposter syndrome and the belief that we are cheap copies instead of the incredible originals God created. It’s time to dream again. Remember, when our souls flourish, everything else flourishes, including our confidence.

Jesus has called us to be That Church, the salt and light of the world. That Church who are a beacon of hope in our communities, and who love people even when it's inconvenient. Come with us in this 4 day devotional and see how That Church- empowered by the Holy Spirit, can make a Kingdom difference to the world around us.

In the 1970s, Dave Hodgson of the Rhodesian Selous Scouts learned how to infiltrate the enemy ranks and convert them from communism back to a democratic ideology. In this four-day plan, we will explore how the strategy of “Infiltrate to Remediate” was used not only during wartime but by many famous characters in the Bible and how we must apply this principle to transform culture in the marketplace today.

Did you know that God created you in His image? And that you have a unique purpose in God’s Kingdom. In this reading plan, we will consider how your unique personality impacts your quiet time with God, how your quiet time with Jesus is a gift to you and your community, and how as a community of Christ followers, we need each other in order to become more like Jesus.

How should we interact with popular culture as followers of Christ? This 4-day plan will help you learn how to view, interpret, and respond to popular culture with a biblical worldview. You’ll learn to dissect messages and worldviews communicated in various media and gain critical thinking skills to help you sift through popular culture to find God’s truth.

What does being a church purposed for others look like? We believe it looks like a church that encourages and stirs each other with a heart to offer a hand in your community to share love and good deeds. Join us in this devotional as we unpack the scriptures in Hebrews 10:24-25, encouraging us to be a church purposed for others.

The days in which “Christian values” were largely embraced in business and culture are long gone. Our sense of “exile” feels increasingly acute. How are you as a Christian professional supposed to respond to that sobering reality? In this reading plan, we’ll answer that question together as we explore four biblical principles for working in exile.

Who do you follow? Whether it be an influencer, a musician, or an athlete, we follow people because we want to know what they are doing - we want to feel like we are close to them. In this plan, we will take a hard look at what it means to be a follower of Jesus!

Our living spaces, whether it's our homes, neighbourhoods, or communities, are gifts from God. As followers of Christ, we are called to be good stewards and make a positive impact on the world around us. This plan will explore various Scriptures that highlight the importance of truly occupying the places we inhabit, helping us fulfil our responsibility as stewards of these spaces.

When someone takes a shot at you, it’s instinct to fire back – in the line-up and in life. Jesus’ teaching to “love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you” is completely counter-cultural, but… is it also the way to gain God’s favour? Join Christian Surfers’ communications manager, Cyle Myers to discover how you can love your enemy… and the unexpected blessings that flow from that decision.

Discover how to practically apply your God-given family identity, purpose, and direction. This four-day plan explores the question, "How do we get there?" as you learn to align your family's actions with God's design. Through biblical wisdom and practical insights, you'll gain the tools to transform your family's vision into reality, cultivating a legacy of faith and intentional living that impacts generations.