Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 28:18

What drives you to live beyond yourself, to embrace Jesus’ commission to make disciples of all nations? Jesus reached beyond His own people and calls His followers to do the same. These Bible stories will engage you in God’s vision and reveal what Michael Jordan, an Israelite servant girl, a Samaritan leper and others teach us about our own mission—and being compelled by Christ’s love.

Jesus’ followers are in a spiritual battle. Because we seek to live for God, we are the targets of enemy attacks. Satan, God’s enemy and ours, will do all he can to leave us discouraged, doubting, and defeated. These brief prayers and foundational Scriptures will help you to keep your eyes on Jesus, stand firm in the faith, and experience daily victory as you “fight on your knees”!

It’s no secret that life can leave us feeling discouraged, left behind, or caught in old cycles. Thankfully, God is the author of fresh starts. New Horizons: Discovering possibility, purpose, and potential in Christ will refresh your soul, no matter where your walk with God takes you. This simple 14-day devotional gives you new fuel to run your race, and fresh encouragement for your season. Your new horizon starts today!

Each day of this very personal Bible plan brings you once again to the altar in your soul—just you and Jesus. Over the course of fourteen days you will have God-opportunities to redirect your life, cast your burdens on the One who cares for you, and be filled anew—a different experience each day. Come be gloriously changed, receive peace, and walk free!

Embarking on a short-term mission trip is always exciting, but it requires more than just packing bags and buying a plane ticket. "Sent with Purpose" is a 14-day devotional designed to root your mission in the truths and purposes of God and prepare you for the journey ahead, with topics like God's call to mission, cross-cultural understanding, unity, prayer, and resilience.

Firm Foundation is more than just a study, it is an invitation to build your life on the solid rock of God's Word. As you journey through each day of foundational truths, you will be equipped to face life's challenges with confidence and hope as well as fall more in love with our Savior, Jesus Christ. May you find the stability and peace you seek in knowing and trusting the God who loves you deeply and has a perfect plan for your life.

This devotional is specially crafted for those preparing to embark on a Horizon Church Short Term Trek. As you get ready to step out in faith and serve with purpose, these daily reflections will inspire and equip you spiritually. Journey through Scripture and prayer, discovering the heart of your mission and the power of being sent with intention and hope.

Immerse yourself in the true spirit of Christmas with our "Christmas is in the Heart" digital campaign. This heartwarming program invites you to explore the story of Jesus through captivating LUMO Christmas Film clips in 14 days, sparking introspection, meaningful discussions, and community engagement. Available in multiple languages, the program ensures that people from diverse backgrounds can share in this enriching experience throughout the Christmas season.

Have you ever wanted to read the Bible but didn’t know where to start? The Basic Training Challenge provides you with a starting point to learn about God’s mission here on earth. Similar to basic training, this plan will challenge you to get spiritually fit in God’s Word. This short, introductory study will help you journey through the life of Jesus, our Commander, as recorded by those who witnessed it

Life gives us roles, but not scripts. We need a leader with vision, clear direction, and a willingness to do hard things for the greater good. In the Bible, Jesus is referred to as “Lord,” which means boss or commander. He can give you the guidance to transform every aspect of your life. In this plan, you’ll learn about the life and miracles of Jesus recorded by his first followers.

Reading the New Testament often feels like looking into another world and another life unlike our own experience with God. Dallas Willard believed that the life God presented to us through Jesus was not meant to be an unsolvable puzzle, but a journey of small steps that quietly lead to our own inner transformation. This study, based on Renovation of the Heart, helps us understand that journey.

If you plan on 15 days of prayer and fasting, this plan is the perfect choice. For the next 15 days, you can have a prayer focus on building your relationship with Jesus. Each day, there will be a Bible reading passage that you can read and meditate on based on the prayer theme of the day.

You will be taken on a 15-day journey that begins with deeper discernment of your unique identity and calling in Christ, moves through examination of the motives and intents of your heart, and ends with exploring practices of deeper partnership with God. You will discover a kingdom model for leadership and uncover hidden barriers that may be keeping you from reaching your full leadership potential in God.

You have decided to follow Jesus and we are so excited for you! Remember that you’re not alone on this journey and many are walking with you. You probably have lots of questions about what it means to follow Christ. This reading plan will help you discover who you are in Christ and what you’re invited into as you walk with Jesus in community. Let’s get started!

The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus are described in the four gospels. This Easter read about how Jesus endured betrayal, suffering, and humiliation on the cross before changing the world through the hope offered by His resurrection. A short video illustrates part of the story for each day of this plan.

When we read from Genesis to Revelation, we see consistent themes of migration and how God uses migration for his missional purposes. Knowing what God thinks about immigrants and refugees should shape how we look at people, inform how we read headlines, and help us respond. By the end of this study, you’ll be able to attach confidence to your compassion for a Biblical framework of immigration.

The book of Jonah is a special Bible book. It is about a prophet who does not want to obey his commission. Jonah knows that God is gracious to people who don’t deserve it, and he does not want God to show mercy to his enemies. This reading plan follows the story about Jonah’s rebellion and God’s undeserved mercy, and searches how these themes are relevant to our lives too.

“What is life all about?” is the question currently resonating in people’s hearts. As Christians, we have the answer to this question. Jesus is the answer to all the big questions of life. For Easter 2022, Bible Society Australia will facilitate a nationwide conversation about Jesus. Join us as we step forward with a renewed purpose and proclaim the centrality of Jesus to our nation.

The book of Haggai is certainly not the best-known book of the Bible. It only has two chapters and is about rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem, which is not a major topic of interest for present-day Christians. But when we read carefully and attentively, this book contains valuable lessons for believers from all centuries and from all over the planet.

Welcome to We Must Respond, an interactive devotional designed for you to engage with God. Rather than simply reading a thought each day, we invite you to pause, reflect, and respond. As you meditate on Scripture and song, let each moment draw you deeper into dialogue with the Spirit of God.

Christianity is always just one generation away from extinction. Join Pastor Rick for this series as he teaches how to pass on a legacy of faith, hope, love, and generosity to the next generation so they can live holy, purpose driven lives.

In 2025, the worldwide church celebrates the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, an assembly representing all of Christendom. At this council, people tried to state and affirm the Christian faith in the triune God. This reading plan studies the Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed to see what Christians throughout history have confirmed to be the core of their faith.

These reflections from Our Daily Bread are designed to bring comfort, hope, and encouragement to those facing illness. Each devotional has been selected to address the worries and pain associated with physical illness and injuries and serves as a reminder that the Great Physician is with you and knows your every need.

When preparing for a mission trip many people struggle with the unknowns of travel, the uncertainties of encountering other cultures, or feelings of inadequacy about the tasks we are called on to do. Fears and uncertainties can dominate your thinking but God’s perspective is far more valuable! This series aims to focus your thinking away from uncertainty and towards the confidence you can gain from God’s perspective.

We know everyone is going everywhere this Summer. If you are either in summer school, doing an internship, or going abroad. We want to find and follow Jesus together. We invite you to join us in our devotional, Everyone and Everywhere.