Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 14:30

Although Jesus told us in this world we would find trouble, He also offered us ways to overcome in overwhelming times. He taught His followers what I like to call 5 Steps for Overcomers—look within, look to Him, look ahead, look out, and look up. Looking in each of these directions will help us to overcome our everyday challenges, and help us to encourage others to do the same.

Do you want to say yes to God but have fear? Instead of letting fear stop you short, let faith call you forward with newfound confidence and holy boldness. This five-day devotional will take you on a journey with the Israelites from the wilderness to the Promised Land as you find the courage to take faith steps.

Life is uncertain, but it’s not a complete mystery. God has allowed us to know who he is, what he thinks of us, and what he will do for us. Begin to discover this in just five minutes a day—and as you do, we pray your faith, hope, and love for him will grow.

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.

You can have stronger faith. And believe God for greater things in your life. All you need is some insight and encouragement. In this Plan Rick shares inspiring stories and powerful scriptures that illustrate how to build your faith. Just like building physical strength, you can build spiritual strength too.

We have all failed in various ways at one point or another. Failure is not something you can always avoid. It can happen in relationships, where you work, and in everyday life. How we respond to it can help us move forward. This devotion seeks to help those who have failed and how to overcome it.

In the Standing Strong in the Storm YouVersion plan, Greg Davis dissects the story of Jesus walking on water while bidding Peter do the same and helps readers apply its important biblical principles to the storms in their lives.

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.

The Bible has a lot to say about going through a crisis. Most of us know we shouldn’t worry and that we should trust God, but His instruction actually goes much deeper. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on going through a crisis, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Our total ability to live the Christian life is only found in Christ. It is not our ability that makes us strong, but our availability to Christ that enables us. Focus on Jesus.

Even if part of your life feels unsteady right now, you can have a faith that stands firm. In 3 simple practices from the words of Jesus Himself, you can stay connected to the God who turns any crumbling place in your life to rock again. Your faith will grow stronger and more hopeful as you learn how to Come. Hear. Practice.

Have you ever felt like quitting on the church? So has Natalie Runion, worship leader, songwriter, and teacher. But as Natalie reminds us in this week’s devotional, it’s possible to question behaviors and beliefs we have seen in the church, in religious organizations, and in Christians without quitting Jesus or divorcing the family of God. Jesus is right there with us, in the midst of our wandering and our wondering.

This wasn’t part of the plan. The story wasn’t supposed to go this way. I didn’t sign up for this. If you’ve ever had these thoughts, chances are that your story has shifted in some unexpected way. This five-day devotional by Sarah Frazer looks at Moses’ story to help you discover how God is working in the twists and turns in your story.

Is it hard for you to focus? Do you feel distracted when you try to spend time with God? Dive into Matthew and focus on Jesus. Then, you will see that when you let the waters of distraction settle, you can walk with Him. If you want sure footing, even in storms, turn your attention to Christ.

In this devotional, we will discuss how to develop a level of focus that is indestructible. To develop unbroken focus, we must become spiritually and mentally immune to distractions. We will all be presented with various distractions; the key is how we respond to them.

The "Breath of My Beloved" explores God's close Bond with us, focusing on His Life-Giving Presence. It invites us into a journey of discovering our True Identity, healing, and the depths of God's Love through varied daily insights. It aims to transform us by helping us see ourselves through God's Eyes, embracing our Divine Purpose, and experiencing the Peace of being in His Love.

Reading Red: The Gospel According to Jesus is a generational gift to the Body of Christ with an aim to return the Church back to the actual teachings of Jesus Himself. As we revisit the gospel, according to Jesus, we’ll be better suited to re-present Him more accurately to the current generation. This plan is based on "Reading Red," a book and workbook by Shawn Echols.

You only need to open your phone, look in that doctor’s eyes, have a loved one cut you off, watch a dream collapse, or embark on a lonely cross-country move to feel stranded, starting over, and confused about your identity. I pray that through these devotionals you’ll feel less alone and glimpse who you are, what really matters, and what to do when you're stuck in the messy middle.

Has anxiety kept you from the life you were meant to live? Ever felt defeated by fear, worry, or panic? I have! In this devotional plan, I share a powerful story from my battle with anxiety and the life-changing lessons I learned from the Bible along the way. This plan is full of honesty, hope, and help for you today!

The world may be a whirlwind, but the Bible teaches us to cling to hope in Christ and find peace even in the most chaotic circumstances. How do we do that, though, when even our daily lives seem to be one constant commotion after another? In this 5-day plan for women, we’ll explore ways to reach out and grab ahold of the Anchor during the tumultuous times the world throws our way.

Life is a daring adventure but most people take the path of security and certainty. Every promise of God will require faith to be obtained. Our goal is not to arrive safely at death; the grave benefits nothing from the unfulfilled promises of God in our lives. This devotional provides practical insights on how to live a faith-filled life in a world of doubt and uncertainty.

There are moments in life when we feel an inner push toward something greater, a divine call to multiply the talents and resources that God has given us. This devotional plan will explore how we can respond to this call and how we can transform our gifts into instruments for the glory of God. Together, we will discover that growth is not only possible but inevitable when we align ourselves with God’s will.

In this devotional, we explore the profound challenges that children face today, particularly those struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, and depression. God’s Love and Understanding reminds us that as parents, we are called to reflect God’s unconditional love while providing a safe space for our children to express their fears and feelings. By fostering a supportive environment rooted in faith, we can help our children navigate their emotional challenges while instilling resilience through God’s promises.

TRUSTING GOD WITHOUT A TRACE: A Place of Full Surrender is a 5-day Bible plan designed to help you release the need to understand every detail of your life and embrace a deeper, more courageous trust in God. Each day invites you to surrender your doubts, lean on God's promises, and experience the peace from trusting Him fully—even when circumstances are unclear. Through scripture, reflection, and prayer, you will discover how to rest in God's unfailing guidance, find strength in His presence through life's storms, and live with unwavering confidence in His perfect plan.

Most of us long for the fairy tale, the “happily ever after,” love everlasting. But then, life happens. Husband-and-wife team Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink have learned that the secret of lasting, in faith and in family life, is choosing to endure together, through the challenges and joys of our lives.