Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 16:18

These devotionals highlight how God used ordinary men in the Bible to accomplish extraordinary things for His purpose. Each day focuses on a biblical figure, offering insight into how God’s power and faithfulness worked through them, inspiring us to trust Him and embrace His calling. May this inspire you to see how God’s power works through ordinary lives, including yours!

Every moment of your life can be an opportunity to praise the Lord for his blessings. Lucinda Secrest McDowell provides words for you to pray in moments of joy and in moments of fear. Walk through these seven prayers over the course of one week or go to these prayers when you feel in need of a blessing for a particular moment.

This seven-day devotional traces Jesus's final journey to Jerusalem, from his first announcement of what awaited him there to his arrival in nearby Bethany. Through Scripture readings and reflections, we’ll put ourselves in the shoes of Jesus’s companions—experiencing their hopes, fears, and moments of faith. As we witness Jesus's unwavering resolve in the face of what lies ahead, we'll consider what it truly means to follow him, even when God's plans challenge our expectations.

We pray the One who walked the dusty roads of Judea during his humiliation, the One who is now exalted at the right hand of the Father—Christ the Lord of All—will meet you as we together celebrate Holy Week. Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church 2023 Holy Week Devotional.

Easter can feel like another day on the calendar instead of a defining moment that impacts how we see every other day of our lives. Starting with Palm Sunday, this plan walks you through each day of Holy Week and draws out themes that remind us that with Jesus we don't experience new life just once a year, but every single day.

Are you struggling to find your purpose in life? What if I told you I knew the answer to that question? Dive into Scripture with me now, but be warned that you are about to learn something powerful, and the gates of hell cannot prevail against that knowledge. You have been given the keys, and it is time to start using them.

As a pastor, you spend a lot of time leading and encouraging others. The Bible has encouragement for you, too. This 10-day reading plan walks you through 10 practical ways to strengthen the health of your church by learning to rely fully on God. With short but powerful verses and a focused thought for each day, Growing a Healthy Church is a great boost for your daily prayer time.

Travel a different road that leads to Easter this year. Start your journey with global missionaries in the Middle East and navigate the sights and sounds that will help you experience Easter from a whole new perspective. Experience anew why Jesus came to this earth--to save the souls of mankind.

You’ve placed your trust in Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord. But what’s next? And what's important? How do you continue this journey and grow as a follower of Christ? Whether you're a new or longtime believer, focus on His Word, pray, and keep your eyes on Jesus.

Practical real-world lessons from the master teacher.  Look at the places where Jesus lived, taught and ultimately fulfilled God's plan of salvation for His people. Gain a fresh perspective of what the scriptures say by seeing these places firsthand.

Peter was just a fisherman from backwater Galilee, but he was pursued by Jesus and became the rock upon which the church was built. He witnessed the pivotal moment of the cross and empty tomb. Join author Daniel Darling on this 10-day plan to discover the life of Simon Peter, an unlikely character caught up in the story of Jesus.

The tongue has the power of life and death. Cruel words can wound, but declaring truths from Scripture can bring healing. This ten-day plan guides you through Psalm 139 and puts life-giving affirmations on your tongue. Discover the truth of your great worth according to God's Word and begin to declare these truths aloud. Learn to claim your rightful place as accepted by God and live in freedom with joy.

The Book of Enoch is a strange and interesting collection of works quoted by Jude in the Bible. Let's explore Enoch's biblical connections and what the New Testament writers thought of it. Hebrews tells us Enoch served God faithfully through the most corrupt time in history, reminding us how to stand firm in a world of turmoil.

Ephesians 4:8 says that when Jesus ascended to Heaven, He gave gifts to men. These gifts are the ministry gifts of the apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher. Each one has a specific function and is necessary in building up the Body of Christ. This plan focuses on the vital but often misunderstood roles of the apostle and the prophet; what they are and what their purpose is.

Ever doubt God could use you—with your shortcomings, failures, and busy schedule? Whatever the obstacles, do you wonder if you can do anything big for His Kingdom? There is good news: God specializes in the unlikely! Scripture offers ample examples of unlikely fighters—people God used in huge ways, despite (or even because of!) their imperfections. Meet 10 unlikely fighters, and discover how the Lord can use you to do mighty things.

As you learn the names and titles God has given you in His Word, you find the answer to that question that echoes within all of us—“WHO AM I?”

Have you ever wished for a Bible study that could take you beyond surface-level reading? If so, get ready for our New Testament Field Guide! You'll get to immerse yourself in Scripture (by looking at key terms and ideas), explore what's behind it (by learning historical-cultural background), and also discover its impact by considering its implications, not only for you but for the global church. Let's dive in!

“There is a God in Heaven who loves you as you are and not as you should be.” This reading plan is a testament of God’s love through His Word to tell us that He loves us as we are. That love will save us from our sin and make us what we should be as God’s children.

Where were you when you learned to worship God? That's your old church basement. It wasn’t just a room, it was a place in YOU. It's where you learned an encounter with God can lift you above your circumstances. May this reading plan reignite in you a love for God's presence. May it remind you of who God is, what He's done, and what He'll continue to do.

Explore the heart of Christian faith with this 12-day plan. Each day unpacks a key doctrine—Scriptures, God the Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit, angels, Satan, sin, man, salvation, the church, and eschatology. Through concise devotionals and practical reflections, deepen your faith and live with eternal purpose. Inspired by Richard Anderson’s 90 years of life and 80 years of following Jesus, this plan invites all to know Jesus Christ. Richard and Mo Anderson reside in Edmond, Oklahoma.

These days, it is commonly believed that all religions are more or less the same. The idea of a unique Saviour is not popular. Yet the Bible teaches that Jesus is unique. There has never been anyone like him. How can this be? How is he different from all others.? In this stirring Bible Plan, Australian author and teacher Dr Barry Chant explores eight ways in which Jesus is unique.

Want to experience the abundant life Jesus promised us in John 10:10? That life starts when we connect to Jesus and to His Church.  In this 14-day reading plan, Perry Noble, explains why no organization has more potential to change the world than the local church!

Looking for the next big thing? Look no further than your church! God has placed you in the greatest movement in history even on the days it doesn't feel like it. The church is imperfect. But something beautiful happens when we commit to what’s in front of us and catch God’s heart for his Bride! The next big thing is here. It’s always been here. It’s the local church.

In this series, we read and reflect on 14 names of Jesus – various titles he is given, and ways he his described. See from both Old Testament prophecy, and the Gospel accounts of his life, just who Jesus is through his names. Be encouraged as we approach the celebration of Jesus’ birth by reflecting on who he is – the marvellous complexity and depth of Jesus’ purpose and his character.

This reading plan explores the first Gospel. This Gospel explains that Jesus was the king of Jews that brought the kingdom of heaven, even though Jesus didn't arrive in the way people expected.