Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 25:21

In-law relationships can be challenging at times. But honoring the parental relationship was important enough to God that He put upholding it into the Ten Commandments. Taking God at His Word means honoring your spouse’s parents with this high standard too!

What were you created to do? Your unique talents and passions are part of God’s design. Through the story of Matthew in The Chosen, this 5 day plan will help you explore how Jesus calls, equips, and leads us into a life of purpose. Because… Jesus is calling you. Are you ready to follow? You can read this plan separately, but it is also part of The Chosen 'Test of Character' journey.

Transformation rarely happens overnight. In Gradually Then Suddenly, Mark Batterson shows how small steps of obedience lead to big breakthroughs—the gradual work of God that becomes a sudden move of His power.

Encounter biblical passages and stories that will take you beyond fear, grounding you in Christ.

As a boy, a tragic accident nearly cost John O’Leary his life. The long road to recovery demanded everything from him and his family—faith, grit, sacrifice, and courage. What could have ended in despair became the spark for a life of resilience and inspiration. Today, John speaks to thousands around the globe, carrying a message of faith, hope, and love that was literally forged in fire. John reminds us that no matter how great the adversity, together we can rise, heal, and change the world. See this powerful story when SOUL ON FIRE releases in theaters October 10!

Everything we have — time, talent, treasure, and testimony — is a gift from God, entrusted to us for His glory and Kingdom purpose. Godly stewardship isn’t about ownership, but faithful management of what belongs to Him. When we align our priorities with Heaven’s, our daily choices become acts of worship. This devotional will help you see your life through the lens of divine trust — living wisely, giving generously, and serving wholeheartedly. As we steward what’s in our hands, God multiplies it for eternal impact. Faithfulness today shapes the legacy we leave tomorrow.

No pastor desires to stunt their congregation’s growth or exhaust their staff. But when we accept myths as truth, we’ve been walking around with beliefs that drive our behaviors, preventing us from accomplishing our mission. This five-day plan from Robby Gallaty and Vick Green highlights five myths that may be sabotaging your church’s growth. Once you’re aware of what’s holding you back, you’ll be poised to activate the disciple-making movement your church was made for.

This five-day devotional is an honest look at what leadership really means. Not the kind we see on stages or in highlight reels, but the kind that begins with the heart. Through the stories of David, Jesus, Daniel, and Isaiah, we’re reminded that leadership isn’t about titles, talent, or influence. It’s about loving God deeply, being faithful with what’s in front of us, and saying yes when He calls. Each day invites you to slow down, reflect, and respond to the kind of leadership God is forming within you — one that looks a lot more like Jesus.

Everything we have belongs to God—but how we live reveals whether we believe it. This 5-day devotional helps believers understand biblical stewardship as surrender, faithfulness, and trust, not pressure or guilt. Learn how to live wisely with what God has entrusted to you.

This five-day plan explores what it means to remain faithful and loyal to God, to leadership, and to the vision He has placed in your life. Using Scripture, practical reflections, and inspiring insights, you’ll learn to guard your heart against disloyalty, independence, and distraction, while embracing prayer, obedience, and a Christ-centered perspective. Whether you are a student, professional, parent, or leader, this plan will encourage you to cultivate integrity, trust, and godly influence in every sphere of your life.

Scripture has much to say about leadership. Pastor and author Larry Osborne turns to 1 Peter 5:1–4 to help church leaders understand what it looks like to shepherd those God has placed in their care. With down-to-earth and relatable teaching, Larry unpacks timeless life lessons from thorough biblical understanding that will help you better grasp the example God desires you to set as a leader.

Step into the Hall of Honour, a sacred gallery where the most common objects unveil profound divine purpose. Imagine a rustic cross, a shepherd's staff, or a boy's slingshot—each holds secrets of God's power, once ordinary, now symbols of eternal truth. This 5-day journey invites you to explore pivotal exhibits, revealing how God transforms the mundane into the miraculous. From sacrifice to radical faith and extravagant worship, these stories of intervention and human surrender will challenge your perspective. Discover The Maker's Mark on everyday items, inspiring you to see your own life as an instrument in His hands.

God has placed treasures in your hands—abilities, time, opportunities, relationships, and resources. Yet increase comes only when we learn to steward what we already have. This 5-day plan explores Jesus’ Parable of the Talents and other Scriptures to show how God entrusts, evaluates, and rewards faithfulness. You’ll learn to manage time wisely, plan with intention, reduce waste, and live with purpose. Whether you’re a student, professional, or leader, this plan offers practical tools and spiritual insight to help you grow in order, discipline, and fruitfulness.

You might feel stuck in your relationships, your spiritual life, or your work. But what if this season that feels stagnant and dry is actually fertile ground? Ashley Hetherington encourages us to steward well what God has given us today as we trust in the harvest He will bring tomorrow.

Have you ever felt overlooked, underappreciated, or unsure whether your life is making a difference? This plan speaks directly to those quiet struggles. It gently reminds you that God sees your faithfulness, values your everyday work, and is active in your unseen efforts. Through Scripture and reflection, you will rediscover purpose, hope, and meaning in ordinary life.

A five-day devotional designed to inspire minds on how to live a fulfilled life through seeking God’s Word for guidance on how to discover one’s purpose. You were made on purpose for a purpose. Revelations 4:11 ~ “You are worthy, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor and power. For you created all things, and they exist because you created what you pleased.” (NLT)

I am sorry. I repent and I choose to believe in your resurrection power

This devotional will help you realign your leadership — not by chasing outcomes, but by allowing God to form the correct posture, vision, and discipline needed to steward your professional growth.

After discovering that God has already placed something in your hands, the next step is learning how to steward it faithfully. Faithfulness Before Favor is a 5-day Bible Plan designed to help you honor what God has entrusted to you, even when it feels small or unseen. Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, this plan invites you to grow in obedience, trust God’s process, and understand how faithfulness in the hidden places prepares you for greater purpose.

When you hear the word disciple, what comes to mind? In this devotional, we will explore what it means to be a true disciple. We will look at examples from both the Old Testament and the New Testament. We will examine the cost of following Christ, the posture of humility that disciples must carry, and the responsibility every believer has to help others grow in faith.

During this five-day devotion about potential, we want you to recognize the greatness that lies within them and to grasp the vastness of what they are capable of becoming. You need to rediscover your ability to dream — to envision a future filled with purpose and possibility — and to believe once again that you are empowered to dream boldly and pursue those dreams with confidence.

The Bible has a lot to say about multiplication. Most of us jump right to either financial investing or sharing the Gospel when the topic of multiplication comes up; God’s expectations are so much greater. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding of the importance of multiplication, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Our society has become increasingly materialistic, with many Christians falling right in line behind the cash register. This plan looks at some of what the Bible says about wealth. Part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Want to Love You" Series, focusing on knowing and loving Jesus more. These plans can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Want to Love You" (companion prayer) by Thistlebend Ministries.

This 6-day reading plan features devotions for women excerpted from the NIV Bible for Women. Devotions will help you reflect on God’s Word as it relates to our lives as women and the the many and varied roles we play.

How can we find fulfillment in work that we think doesn't matter to God? It all starts with a biblical perspective. Discover the key to finding fulfillment in your work by understanding how it fits into God's incredible plan in the Bible.