Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 1:3

Hot-button issues dominating our culture can make speaking out feel taboo. Hiding from hard conversations won’t work. We need to know what God actually says about these issues, and by looking to Scripture, we can find the answers.

Prepare your heart this advent season to unwrap the gift of learning about our risen Savior. John Greco writes this five-day devotional to help you rediscover Christmas by seeing Jesus as the Counselor of Wonders, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Celebrating Christmas is a tradition many of us look forward to all year. We play music, decorate trees, and throw parties all through December. This Advent reading plan aims to help in those celebrations by exploring the themes of the Christmas story. This plan can be read with friends or as a family (kids too!). Use the “Application Questions” for groups to center the conversation on Jesus. And, for families, use “Next Steps”, to find creative ways to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

Wondering if your Christmas could get any better or struggling through this season? Join us in digging into the timeless wisdom of the Bible to discover what makes Christmas not just merry, but also, truly meaningful.

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.

Join us and read the book of Ruth. You will see how God weaves His wonderful purposes into the individual lives of the people in the story. Hope and new life break into discouraging times, poor decisions, major transitions, and the loss of beloved ones.

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.

There are so many incredible women of faith in the bible, and there is so much wisdom and inspiration that we can glean from their stories. This devotional follows five incredible women who were part of the lineage of Jesus Christ, showing us the faithfulness of God from generation to generation. 💖

This series of devotionals explores the rich messages conveyed through the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew, highlighting God’s promises, faithfulness, grace, and salvation. Each devotional uncovers how Jesus fulfills biblical prophecies, emphasizes His unique nature, and invites us to live in gratitude and holiness.

Discover modern day life applications from the stories of women in the Old Testament. 

Mary was a mom, like many women. What can we learn from the heart of the woman chosen to bear the Messiah? Read along as Robin Meadows, author and relationship coach, shares from her experiences of launching seven children and living to tell about it.

Joshua's warriors had a warcry: Rak – only do what follows. Chazak – be strong, act like a man. Amats – take courage, make secure, be obstinate. Rak Chazak Amats "Only be strong and courageous" This in-depth stand-alone plan is also part 3 of a 10 part series.

Whether you’ve messed up a little or a lot by human standards, you’re a prime candidate to be used by God. In this 7-day Plan, we’ll learn about six individuals from the Bible whom God used despite where they came from, what their capabilities were, or how colossal their mistakes were.

Why is it so easy to believe who we aren’t instead of who we are? We’ve accepted the lie that we are unworthy and not enough. We’ve gotten comfortable with being uncomfortable in our skin. It’s time to breakout of that trap and step into the truth: We are God's Masterpiece.

Part 3 of Relating with Women of the Bible focuses on New Testament women and shows how an encounter with Jesus transforms lives and brings about fresh starts. Let this devotional lead you to a place of healing, encouragement, affirmation of God’s love, restoration, and a new beginning.

The main key to walking with Lord Jesus is faith. Faith also enables us to experience victory even though what is seen by our eyes is different. This devotional will refresh and give us a new revelation about the true faith in Christ. Through this "Walking with Jesus" devotional series, we will learn to become believers who grow every day through the word of God.

The Promised Messiah is a four-week Bible study for the season of Advent. As we dive into the specific messianic promises God gave His people, we’ll see how Jesus fulfilled every single one of these promises and how He continues to keep His promises, even today.

Single women play a vital role in our Christian communities, yet their contributions are often undervalued. This Bible plan is designed to encourage and inspire single women by highlighting the lives of five remarkable single women in the Bible. It aims to transform the perception of singleness from a period of waiting to a time of growth, maturity, and deepening intimacy with God. Let's embrace this journey together!

How does embracing freedom unlock your identity? What freedom is available to you through Christ and how does it affect your life and the lives of those around you? During this 7-day Bible Plan, you will have the opportunity to lean into who God has called you to be as you experience His plan of freedom for your life.

Many of us have heard the Christmas story of Jesus' birth in a manger, but how often do we miss the miraculous way it occurred? Join us in this 7-day devotional, as we look at the Christmas story, revealing the amazing love of the heavenly Father. We would like to thank Laura Dye and FamilyLife for providing this plan. For more information visit www.familylife.com.

Biola University's Center for Christianity, Culture & the Arts is pleased to share the annual Advent Project, a daily devotional series celebrating the beauty and meaning of the Advent season through art, music, poetry, prayer, Scripture, and written devotions. The project starts on the first day of Advent and continues through Epiphany. Our goal is to help individuals quiet their hearts and enter into a daily routine of worship and reflection during this meaningful but often hectic season. Our prayer is that the project will help ground you in the unsurpassable beauty, mystery and miracle of the Word made flesh.

A 7-Day Bible Study on the Genealogy of Christ and Its Fulfillment in the Resurrection

The book of Joshua tells the story of God’s faithfulness as Israel finally steps into the land he promised them. From moments of fear and uncertainty to displays of courage and trust, we see how God leads his people, fights for them, and keeps his promises. As you read, be encouraged that the same God who was with Joshua and Israel is with you today.

This study will take you on a journey through the Bible. Along the way, you’ll look at characters and events that show us God’s mission and His heart for the world. Each day begins with some passages of Scripture for you to read. As you consider the mission God has for you, we hope this Bible study will be a source of insight and encouragement for you!

All of us go through life with much pain, failures, and regrets. So often, we despair of ourselves. We come to a point where we do not feel useful or worthy and also think even God will not waste His time with us. May the following Scriptures and devotions be helpful to you.