Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 2:19

Exploring the four angelic appearances found in the Christmas story and what they can teach us about our own call this Advent season.

In the busy holiday season, it’s easy to feel like something is missing. Inspired by the short film "Have You Any Room?", this 5-day plan invites you to slow down and think about what really matters. Through simple devotionals and Bible verses, discover what it means to make space for Jesus, even in a crowded life. This isn’t about doing more but finding peace and purpose in the middle of everything. Join us to rediscover the heart of Christmas.

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.

We all know how easy it is to get swept up in Christmas planning, shopping, decorating, and countless gatherings. These things are exciting and festive, but they can sometimes pull us away from what Christmas is truly about—the arrival of Emmanuel, “God with us.” The Good News is that, in a world filled with so much uncertainty, He is our Hope. He is our Love. He is our Peace, our Joy, our Light. This is the gift of Christmas, for each and every one of us.

Many people know the Christmas story, but we don’t often stop to think about the immense sacrifice Christ made on our behalf. We fail to consider where He came from, what He endured, and what He offers us. This reading plan contains five devotional articles that examine different aspects of the life of the one who stepped into our world—the God who is with us.

Does thriving through the holidays feel impossible? If the Christmas season has you feeling overwhelmed, lonely, and fighting for joy, there’s hope for you, Military Wife. Grab a cup of something warm and join us as we celebrate the season's most powerful source of joy: Jesus Christ. Discover the unexpected, simple, and extraordinary ways to thrive through the holidays!

Twice in Luke 2, Mary is described as treasuring what she witnessed in Jesus's life. She pondered the sacred moments God brought her into. In this five-day reading plan, Brittany Rust explores those moments and how we might both treasure and ponder God's work and Person.

Wondering if your Christmas could get any better or struggling through this season? Join us in digging into the timeless wisdom of the Bible to discover what makes Christmas not just merry, but also, truly meaningful.

Waiting is a fundamental part of the human journey, marked by tension between hope and uncertainty. In this devotional, we will walk alongside Abraham, a man who walked through his own long season of waiting to see God’s promises fulfilled. Through his story, we’ll discover what to expect and how to grow as we navigate our own seasons of waiting on God’s promises. And ultimately, we'll see how Jesus himself—the true offspring of Abraham—brings deeper meaning to our waiting, standing as the final fulfillment of God's promises to all who follow in Abraham’s footsteps of faith.

Journey to a Manger is a six-day plan that helps you discover the deeper story of Christmas. Each day contains a short (1–2 minute) audio message that ties into the journey theme. It was not an easy path. You will see how God used surprise encounters and even quiet shepherds to bring His Son into the world. These lessons connect to real-life stories to show how we can follow God today. No matter what you’re facing, Christmas reminds us that God is near, working in big and small ways. Let this journey draw you closer to Jesus.

Does your family have a nativity set? Nativities can be more than toys or decorations—they can teach our children about the people God invited to join heaven in celebrating Jesus' birth. Join us for this six-day Advent plan for families featuring devotions from the CSB One Big Story Bible. Each day will focus on a key person at the nativity and a key truth we learn about God from them.

Christmas is a wonderful time of year – it’s the celebration of our Savior’s birth! But it can also get a little crazy for parents. Sometimes in the midst of all the activities, shopping, toy-induced tantrums, financial pressure, obligations and family dynamics, we can lose track of the joy of it all. Let these 6 lessons help you make the holidays a warm, wonderful experience for your family this year.

Christmas is a busy time for all, but moms see things differently, don't they? It's when their hearts are full of love and contentment at the sight of their family's joy. Here are six meditations from some Mom's hearts to yours. The way they love Jesus and Christmas. We hope the plan speaks to you and encourages you to find your joy this season.

Consider this Bible Plan for pre-teens your six days of Christmas. (Because, who has time for all 12?) Get your heart and mind centered around the real meaning of this joyful season. Hint: It’s even better than candy, tinsel, and some guy in a red suit!

There are so many incredible women of faith in the bible, and there is so much wisdom and inspiration that we can glean from their stories. This devotional follows five incredible women who were part of the lineage of Jesus Christ, showing us the faithfulness of God from generation to generation. 💖

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Kim Walker-Smith is one of the worship leaders for the Jesus Culture band, and has quickly become one of the strongest voices in worship music. Kim has a heart to see an entire generation encounter God and see people transformed by experiencing God’s love. The Overflow is excited to see how God speaks into your life through this 7 Day Devotional based on songs from her album When Christmas Comes.

Author Elizabeth Laing Thompson invites readers to walk alongside people of the Bible who had to wait on God. . . Their stories will equip us to live our own stories—particularly our problematic waiting times—with faith, patience, perspective, and a healthy dose of humor. 

In a crowded Christmas season, most of us feel the stress and anxiety of family relationships, financial pressure, hasty decisions, and disappointed expectations. So go ahead. Take a breath. Start this Life.Church Bible Plan and realize the weight we feel may be something God never asked us to carry. How about we let go of the baggage? Let’s travel light.

Jesus’s invitation is clear throughout the Bible: Trust Me. Trust is vital in our families, communities, businesses, churches, and daily life, yet many of us struggle with trusting other people and even God Himself. These 7 devotionals come from Trueface’s 365 day devotional Trust for Today, and invite you to grow in trust with God and others one day at a time.

Mary was a mom, like many women. What can we learn from the heart of the woman chosen to bear the Messiah? Read along as Robin Meadows, author and relationship coach, shares from her experiences of launching seven children and living to tell about it.

I unashamedly love the Christmas season, where people come together around purposed food and extended time, and where the glory of God is declared from hearts around the globe, even those unaware. The canopies of heaven seem to be drawn open at this sacred time, as we gather around the birth of the ONE who changed everything for us. I pray you enjoy this collection of Christmas thoughts centered around some of the carols and Christmas hymns we know and love.

Are you ready to start a life-changing journey? Experience and walk with Jesus through the first seven chapters of the Gospel according to Luke. Engage with the Scriptures daily and discover who Jesus is, why he came to Earth, what his message was, and what he wants you to do. Expect to learn, to be challenged, and to grow in Christ. Your discovery will impact your family, friends, and community.

Mama, we know that the holiday season can be so busy and full of endless commitments. It can feel incredibly overwhelming. But what if this year was different? What if you were able to enjoy your holidays in a more peaceful and life-giving way? Join the Help Club for Moms as we journey together, encouraging one another to focus our hearts and homes on Jesus this season!

Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy –– but what exactly is joy and how do you choose it when the world is filled with hurt and hardship? Discover what “joy to the world” really means by immersing yourself in the Christmas story with this special, 7-day Christmas Plan.