Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 1:23

Easter is a time in the year to remember a moment in history that changed the world. Here at Hope 103.2 we want to reflect on this story, explore what it truly means and discover how we can apply the truth's that we learn to our everyday lives.

In this reading plan we will look at different names for the Son of God from the book of Isaiah. In the Old Testament, the prophet Isaiah announced the birth of Jesus, about 700 years before His birth. Different names are used for Him and each of these names reveals something of the heart of the Father. Written by Eric Celerier for A Miracle Every Day.

His name is Jesus. While this is true, we find that the incomprehensible nature of our God cannot be limited to just one name. The truth is, He has many. The Bible identifies Jesus in many ways so that we might relate to Him in a bigger way. Journey through the next five days to learn a few of those wonderful names.

Doubt wants us to believe that obedience to God is outdated and that application of scripture in our daily living is in vain. But God’s Word promises eternal treasures of joy and freedom when we not only hear God’s Word, but also obey. Joy and freedom result in our obedience and causes us to soar above the pulls and temptation of this world.

Our world in the best of times seems uncertain and upside down. If it wasn’t for Jesus, the Son of God, we would have no hope. Every Christmas reminds us that the gift of Immanuel—God with us—is a gift that keeps on giving. We are never alone, from now until eternity. That is worth celebrating.

Christmas is a time of joy, hope and love. As we get ready to celebrate, we are going to take a journey to Bethlehem and experience the story of Christmas to prepare our hearts to receive the greatest gift of all - Jesus.

In Isaiah 9:6, we see that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. In this 5-Day Plan, we'll celebrate the arrival of Jesus by learning about His different names, and how they apply to our lives today.

Weariness can steal the joy from our Christmas journey! Let the Nativity refresh your heart as you walk with Zechariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary and the shepherds in preparation to experience Emmanuel this holiday season.

Do you long for fresh spices to flavor your spiritual experience of the Incarnation of Christ? Are you tired of stale clichés that taste like microwaved Christmas dinner leftovers? Are you hungry for an explosion of fresh flavors in your Christmas devotions? Experience a Gospel Spice Christmas alongside the shepherds, and discover how to make your life a daily nativity scene where Christ can be born in ever-deepening ways.

The Christmas story is filled with a wide cast of human characters who were each visited by an angel. The angels' messages were true not just 2000 years ago but also today. Read, listen, and learn from this most beloved of ancient stories.

Jesus redefined the concept of leadership when He stated, “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others.” From Legacy of Leaders, iDisciple Publishing’s latest release from author Robert Noland, this five-day study encourages and challenges men to allow God to show them what His leadership can look like in their lives and become the leader He created them to be.

Christmas is a great time to look closer at ourselves and see how the reality of Jesus coming to earth changed our lives. Heaven invaded earth and forever changed it. Our lives may be hard and complicated but in no way is it pointless with Jesus in it. Will you allow heaven to invade your life and live with a greater awareness of God’s presence and purpose for your life?

In scripture, Jesus is given many names. Immanuel, King of Kings, Prince of Peace, Bread of Life, Light of the World; just to name a few. As Christmas approaches, take 5 days to pray through some of the names of Jesus. Dig into scripture and be met with the timeless and timely truth that Jesus is all that we need and more.

Jim Cymbala’s five-day Christmas devotional series, Sent by God, digs deeper into the reason why Jesus was sent to a world that desperately needed him. This series will encourage your heart, no matter what difficult situation you may be facing in this holiday season.

There are names for Jesus used in the Bible that are beautiful and descriptive. This 5-step plan will lead you to worship Jesus in deeper ways through meditating on some of those names.

We must return to Jesus’ words to find our focus and purpose. Using parables and stories, Jesus spoke of the kingdom, but many Christians don’t have a working knowledge of the kingdom and their citizenship in a way that affects their daily lives. Join Christine Hoover in this 5-day study, cut through life’s clutter with Jesus’ words, and reorient yourself around the kingdom and the King who gives abundant life.

Following God isn’t about striving; it’s about trusting. Join Melissa Spoelstra for this 5-day study and discover that Isaiah’s words reveal you can trust God more than your own human effort or the counterfeits the world suggests. You won’t be striving harder, but instead trusting more deeply the Faithful One who is worthy of our utter dependence. In Him you'll find the comfort and peace you need to sustain you.

Throughout this study plan, we will lay the foundation of the Gospel. The Gospel is the good news of Jesus Christ. It establishes the fact that YOUR life matters to God. The Gospel will be the lens through which we live out the rest of our lives. We must understand the foundations of the Gospel, so we can live our life on earth with the freedom offered to us.

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.

In all the holiday hustle and bustle, it can be easy to lose sight of why we’re celebrating. In this 5-day advent plan, we’ll dive into the promises fulfilled by the birth of Jesus and the hope we have for the future. As we learn more about who God is, we’ll discover how to live through the holiday season with hope, faith, joy, and peace.

This video plan gives an overview of how to read the Gospels—the four books about Jesus' life—to help you understand Jesus and what he did for you.

“Immanuel. God with us.” We know that God sent His Son, but what does that mean for our lives now? In this plan, Ronnie Martin walks us through in five days what it means for God to be with us. Use this plan to help prepare your heart during the Advent season and for the new year.

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty; Break Barriers; Make Room; and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others—so grab a friend or two and your sense of wonder and roll into Advent Season.

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty, Break Barriers, Make Room, and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others—so grab a friend or two and your sense of wonder and roll into the Advent Season.

Year after year, millions of people do their best to make the excitement and festivities of Christmas Day match the anticipation that precedes it. But what about the first Christmas? Why did it happen? And was anyone disappointed? This plan focuses on the wonder, mystery, and purpose of the first Christmas—challenging us to praise God for His goodness as we receive and remember His gift of salvation.