Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 6:20

How do you feel when you see someone who struggles with sin? Do you feel grateful that you are not in their situation? The notorious Pharisee of Luke 18 felt the same way. In this Plan, we will learn to examine ourselves for signs of pride disguised as godly traits or actions. Join me as we learn how to be truly humble in Christ!

What does it take to keep your marriage strong for the long run? In Part 4 of The Marriage Talks, Kris Langham searches the Bible to find the keys to making it last, with a clear explanation on joy and honor, plus a compassionate discussion of Jesus’ teaching about divorce. With engaging audio and practical discussion questions, The Marriage Talks is perfect for marital or premarital couples and small groups.

Practicing Righteousness—Giving, Prayer, Fasting, Money, and Anxiety. Jesus’ insistence that he did not come to abolish, but fulfil the law, is vital to understand the collected sayings of Matthew 5 through 7. That the law was interpreted through love—self-giving love—was a revolution that disturbed the religious authorities and amazed the common man and woman. A revolution begins.

The demands for success exist in various aspects of our lives: our family life, relationships, ministry, and career in the marketplace. However, have we understood the meaning of success in the eyes of God? What are the standards and benchmarks of eternal success? We will learn how to know God's heart for us through this devotional so that every step we take towards success will not be in vain.

The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus’ message about the fundamental values and standards to which every Christian should aspire. In essence, it is a blueprint of a discipled life living out a faith through the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. Join us and discover the life-giving principles of the Kingdom of God and why they are essential to our faith walk.

When it comes to managing our time and money, it’s easy to jump into the practical tips without considering our underlying mindsets. But ignoring our thoughts and feelings about time and money makes it harder to create lasting change. This 7-day Bible Plan helps us navigate the tension, identify why we feel the way we do, and then take action to manage our resources well.

We want to follow Jesus, but how? What does He ask us to do? Thankfully, we aren't left hanging wondering what to do. Whether you're a new believer, getting serious about your faith, or diving deeper, we're going to examine the instructions Jesus gave His followers in Matthew 5 - 7 and strive to put them into practice. Get ready to learn how to follow Jesus.

Until we gain an understanding of the immense value and availability of encountering God, we will never consistently engage in this foundational, vital practice. As we discover God’s heart to meet with us in order that we might experience the depths of his love, I pray that your life would be marked by a new grace to consistently and powerfully encounter the living God.

Culture has plenty to say about a woman’s value and what she should be doing with her life, but women were made for more than this world. These seven devotions urge you to pursue biblical truth and world-changing action as you consider your purpose in this life and the hope of Heaven. Engage with Heaven every day and watch your faith flourish.

This 7-day plan invites you to pursue God’s glory, instead of unrewarding self-focus, and live the life God created you for by choosing significance over success. These devotionals will help you recognize the exhausting emptiness of pursuing success and find liberation from a life without purpose.

Jesus taught about many topics—lasting blessings, adultery, prayer, and much more. What does this mean for people today? A short video illustrates one passage of Jesus’ teaching for each day of this plan.

What power does your worrying have? It is the most unproductive, impotent thing you’ll ever do. It changes nothing. Jesus teaches us it is all in God’s sovereign hands. God’s plan for your life is not helped by your anxiety. Our Lord knows what we need. He cares for us. He has a purpose for our lives, and He’s going to make sure it’s fulfilled.

Have you ever won a prize or an award for doing something excellent? Imagine winning the title of “The Wisest Man Who Ever Lived!” In this Plan, we will explore some of the secrets to King Solomon’s great wisdom. And perhaps one day we can also leave behind a legacy of being wise parents, friends, and colleagues.

Good. Better. Best. Everyone has these options in their life. Do you approach things in your life halfway, never really giving your full attention and purpose to anything? What would happen if you stepped out and became all-in for God? Our world is spiraling towards chaos and less of God when we should be seeking more of Him. Learn how to have faith unfazed in a world of chaos.

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.

We are going to find what it means to live for Jesus in a distracted world. This world is running at a hundred miles per hour, and we have more information in our hands than we can handle. Is that the nature of this modern world? How do we slow down in such a fast-paced environment? Psalm 27:4 has the answer – ONE THING, with Ps Andrew Cartledge.

It is tempting to want to accumulate earthly wealth. It allows you to buy and do anything you want and secure your financial future. But the Bible warns against riches and points us to a wealth that is truly fulfilling and more enduring than earthly life.

According to the Bible, the only way to discover your divine purpose is by seeing and thinking about the universe in a whole new way. Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know his good and pleasing and perfect will for you. Starting right now, let God and his creation speak . . . directly to you!

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!

A Glimpse of Infinity (Portraits of India) will inspire, challenge, and encourage you through a unique combination of photography, prayer, and Scripture. Each day includes a memorable photo taken in India by author and photographer Ray Majoran, paired with a short prayer devotional and Scripture passage. In addition to this 7-day plan, consider reading the main 30-day plan and other theme-based Glimpse of Infinity plans.

This plan will help you grow in what the Bible teaches about money and business. Jesus taught about money almost more than any other topic. Yet, most Christians struggle with money and financial stewardship. Every Christian can grow in this area. We can all learn to be godly stewards of what God has entrusted to us. Let’s learn to excel together in this important area of our spiritual life.

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.

This delightful devotional for overthinkers features 7 inspiring, yet practical, meditations and prayers to help you redirect your anxious thoughts, ushering in the peace, comfort, and rest your soul craves. With each day, you'll connect with biblical truth as you enter the calming presence of the heavenly Creator.

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.

Scripture is full of opportunities to learn more about who God is and how He desires us to live. Over the next week, quiet your heart, be still, and trust that God will give you Grace and understanding as you fill your mind with Truth. Ponder and pray with a heart full of gratitude and hope, confident that the Father is ever near, listening with a tender heart of compassion.