Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 1:23

In Part 1, we will be looking at how the Father prepared his Son to be the greatest leader who ever lived on Earth. The Father will spend the first thirty years of Jesus’ life preparing him to be the leader and shepherd of his people. Come and take a look at the God who was willing to become a man. Fall in love with a God who is so in love with you that he would do whatever it takes to bring you into a personal relationship with him — even becoming a man himself.

This Christmas plan by Compassion Australia invites you to slow down and draw near to God, who came near to us. Each day guides you to experience His nearness, peace and hope in new ways. Over five days, be inspired to bring that same love into your neighbourhood and see how God is at work in the humble, hidden places.

The birth of Jesus is the best news ever! His birth brought great joy in Heaven and on Earth, a joy that still remains today since that special day. Why not take the time to discover or rediscover this good news and share in this great joy?

From the Garden of Eden to the manger in Bethlehem, God’s people have always been a waiting people. During Advent, we enter that waiting, looking back with gratitude for Christ’s first coming and forward with longing for His return. In this five-day journey, rediscover the hope, peace, joy, and love that are born in the waiting, and learn how to wait well—for the God who came near and will come again to make all things new.

Join us in this Advent devotional journey as we prepare our hearts to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and look forward with hope to His promised return. Over these readings, we will reflect on the wonder of Christ’s first coming, God made flesh to dwell among us, and the assurance of His second coming, when He will make all things new. Each day will include a passage from the Christmas narrative, an Old Testament passage fulfilled or alluded to in Christ’s birth, and a passage from Revelation to help us look ahead to His coming kingdom.

The winter holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, but if we’re honest, they can feel overwhelming. Between the busyness of traditions and the stress of finishing a year, it’s easy to miss the heart of it all. If you feel anxious about the upcoming holidays, this five-day devotional is for you. Take a moment to slow down and remember what the season is really about: the gift of Jesus.

We all want to hear from God. But sometimes, it’s hard to know what that means or how to listen. In the Christmas story, God spoke to ordinary people through dreams, angels, Scripture, and the quiet stirrings of the Spirit. Each one had to decide how to respond. Over five days, we’ll look at how Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and others heard from God, and what that can teach us about hearing and following him in our everyday lives today.

Advent is the season when we prepare our hearts for the arrival of Jesus - the Word made flesh, full of grace and truth. In these five reflections, we’ll look at how Jesus reveals the fullness of God’s love and challenges us to live in that same balance of mercy and conviction. Each week offers a Scripture reading, a short devotional, and questions for reflection to help you draw closer to Christ. As you read, may you come to know that God’s grace meets you in truth, and His truth always leads you back to grace.

This devotional explores the heart of Christmas: Hope In Darkness. Set against the real struggles of the first century, it reminds us that Jesus didn’t arrive in comfort or power, but in hardship, humility, and waiting—just like many of us experience today. Through the story of shepherds, Mary, and the birth of Jesus, we’re invited to see that God notices the overlooked, meets us in our brokenness, and brings hope when it’s needed most. This plan invites you to slow down, reflect, and rediscover Jesus as living hope, not just for Christmas, but for everyday life.

Have you ever wondered what Easter is truly about? Here is a five-day video series in American Sign Language (ASL) giving a brief overview of the events leading up to Easter and why Easter is important for everyone.

Have you ever wondered what Easter is truly about? Here is a five-day video series in American Sign Language (ASL) giving a brief overview of the events leading up to Easter and why Easter is important for everyone.

Join us on this journey to deepen your relationship with Jesus. This is part one of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend Ministries. See also Jesus, I Need You (companion prayer).

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers. This is the 1st of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. How does the journey start? It brings in the stories of many people – you might even see yourself in these people. Each played an important part in the birth of Jesus.

He’s with you through the pain. He comforts you in the waiting. When you’re anxious about your future, He gives you courage. As you climb the mountain, He keeps you safe in His arms. In every moment, you are not alone. Start this Life.Church Bible Plan to accompany Pastor Craig Groeschel’s series, God With Us .

God prepared the world for Jesus the Messiah right from the very beginning.  He made sure His world knew ahead of time that the Messiah was coming.  This is the first of three devotionals that give the prophetic pronouncements of the Messiah – and how they were fulfilled.  This devotional shows the prophecies of the lineage of Jesus starting from the garden of Eden right to Mary.

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.

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.

Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of the year. This special reading plan will prepare your heart to joyously celebrate Christ's birthday, offer ideas of how to create special Christmas memories, help you to experience the extravagant love of Jesus, and find the true Treasure of Christmas!

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!

Christmas music often offers us much more than nostalgia and fuzzy feelings. In its lyrics we find a God so good that he came down from glory, took on human flesh, and lived as Immanuel—God with us.

God’s rescue plan for his people has always centered on Jesus, our Immanuel – “God with us.” In this devotional, we’ll walk through Scriptures from Genesis in Revelation to explore this plan in action and be reminded of the role we get to play in it. God has gone to great lengths to be “with us,” and he is still using his people to reveal himself to the whole world today!

In the Christmas special “Holy Night,” the creators of The Chosen have told the Story of the first Christmas really well. And this 6-day reading plan lets you peek in on some of the most powerful moments from “Holy Night,” setting the stage for deep reflection as you prepare room in your heart for the arrival of Jesus this Christmas.

Got 60 Seconds? Start a lifetime of dialogue. Cut through the noise with this plan that meets you where you are now. God in 60 Seconds delivers quick, powerful truth, while Reel Dialogue pulls back the curtain on the connection between pop culture and the Christian faith. Join the dialogue and connect with the Bible and Jesus today! Explore real conversations and connect with the Bible and Jesus today. If these short segments grab your attention, why not find out more through our plans.

Explore Jesus in a whole new way with this 6-day plan from The Bible Revealed. Each day includes a short Scripture reading, insights, and reflection questions to help you see God’s story come alive in your life.

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