Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 16:24

If we take an honest look at ourselves, we may find that our hearts have become hard. Based on a sermon by Pastor Tyler Staton of Oaks Church Brooklyn, this 7-day study using LUMO videos allows us to learn how Jesus has come to uncover and change those hardened heart responses that are getting in the way of the fruitful life He has for you and I.

Too many people are playing at being Christians, and some haven’t yet taken even the first step of belief. No matter where you are in your spiritual walk, Jesus wants you closer. He’s got a perfect plan for your life – a plan for purpose, peace, joy, and eternal life. All it takes is you deciding that the poser life is not for you. You’re going to be fully committed!

This plan supports the Infinitum 30 day challenge. This is week two of the four weeks of the 30 day challenge.

Jesus was filled, led, and empowered by the Spirit. At His ascension, He prayed to the Father that His followers would have the same power available to them by depending on the Holy Spirit. We are called to pick up our cross and follow Him, but we can’t do that unless we rely on the Holy Spirit the same way He did. Find out more in Spirit-Filled Jesus.

Do you ever feel like you’re doing all the right things with all the wrong outcomes? Maybe you’re trying to connect with God, but you feel farther from Him than ever. If you’re on the brink of burnout, this 7-day Bible Plan, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, is for you. It’s time to stop working for Jesus and start walking in the way of Jesus.

What are we supposed to do when we aren’t sure what to believe? Or how do we move forward when we’ve been hurt by people who were supposed to reflect God? In a culture wrestling with deconstruction, it’s okay to doubt.

The hymns have always been the great generational worship connectors, and worshiping with them is one of the best ways to grow and pass on our faith. It is my prayer that the brief stories behind these hymns, the lyrics & melodies, the devotional thoughts, and the coinciding scriptures will provide a profound way for you to connect with God on a deep, truth-filled level. – Tommy Walker

In a world that is self-focused, self-centred, and selfish, God calls us to live a life that is selfless. Real discipleship is all about denying yourself, taking up your cross, and following Him. Although the cost of salvation is nothing, the cost of discipleship is everything. Join us for a 7-day devotional as we learn the art of RESURRENDER.

Christians talk about how following Jesus can transform your life, but how does becoming a Christian change your life? And what should your walk with Christ look like as a new believer? In this plan, you’ll learn the key steps to living a transformed life with Jesus and how to have fun as a Christian. This plan is ideal for new Christians or believers who are new to faith.

Life can be full of challenges, and it can sometimes be hard to hear God’s voice in the midst of the storm. Yet God is always with us and wants us to know how much he loves us. Follow Ruth over the next seven days and listen to God speaking truth, love hope and encouragement over you.

We were all called to live on mission. When God calls us to something, there tends to be an internal process that we all go through – discovery, response, acceptance, trust, safety, discomfort, and confidence. Together, we'll walk through each step of the process and explore how God can use our "ordinary, mundane" lives for purpose that extends past ourselves...

Congratulations on the best decision you will ever make! You are a new creation! The old is no more! You are transformed, renewed, and now have eternal life! This devotional was written as a foundational guide for new believers in Christ but also for old timers to refresh on foundational truths. We hope these words will help you start this incredible journey or keep you going.

Lots of people don't eat or give up something and call it a fast. The Bible offers insight into why Christians should fast and how. This seven-day devotional is designed to give you insight into fasting, whether you're fasting as you read it or interested in expanding your understanding of The New Fast.

There is a war for the love of God. This all-out war makes perfect sense since loving God is the first and most important commandment. This vital ingredient, love, is how the world will know we are Christians. The Daily Nuggets of Grace is a tool to help Christians remove barriers like guilt, shame, fear, and pride while learning to abide and recover their first love for Christ.

Have you spent much time feeling beat up in your walk with the Lord, even though you know there is more? Most Christians sit weak, emaciated, and ill-informed of the power inside of them, and the enemy of our soul takes full advantage. The Lord said, "My people perish for lack of knowledge." Friends, you do not have to limp along in life another second. This devotional is for you.

The holidays feel hopeless for so many people. Can we avoid the trap of a self-centered Christmas and follow Jesus’ example of selfless love? Join Luis Palau for this seven-day Advent devotional and become inspired to represent Jesus, placing the needs of others before our own. Let’s remember that His gift of life is for all people, and we can help everyone receive it.

Is mounting tension and stress sapping you of your strength? Do you lack motivation and excitement to live each day to the fullest? This 7-day plan encourages you to spend time with your Creator, drawing strength from his never-ending supply. As you reflect on truth, you will be motivated to embrace all that God has for you. Time spent in his presence empowers you with strength, character, and leadership.

This seven-day devotional traces Jesus's final journey to Jerusalem, from his first announcement of what awaited him there to his arrival in nearby Bethany. Through Scripture readings and reflections, we’ll put ourselves in the shoes of Jesus’s companions—experiencing their hopes, fears, and moments of faith. As we witness Jesus's unwavering resolve in the face of what lies ahead, we'll consider what it truly means to follow him, even when God's plans challenge our expectations.

Are you someone who lives and works at a fast pace? Do you feel irritated when people around you seem to do everything slowly? In this Plan, I hope that we will find wisdom and encouragement as we study Peter’s journey from quick responder to holiness.

The award-winning documentary, Free Burma Rangers, tells the gripping story of a one-of-a-kind family who serves brutalized and displaced people on the frontlines of war. The movie delivers eight pivotal lessons to help you find and serve God in whatever trench you may currently find yourself in. Featuring short, powerful clips that bring these lessons to life—this devotional journey will usher you into greater levels of faith, love, and freedom.

We pray the One who walked the dusty roads of Judea during his humiliation, the One who is now exalted at the right hand of the Father—Christ the Lord of All—will meet you as we together celebrate Holy Week. Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church 2023 Holy Week Devotional.

This is a plan to read if you’re thinking about being baptized. Baptism is an incredible step to take in following Christ and a powerful way God will work in you. This 8-day plan will walk you through what the Bible says about baptism, challenge some misconceptions, walk you through some differences that churches have, and help you prepare for this amazing step of faith.

Taken from the book, Giving It All Away…and Getting It All Back Again, David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, shares that a generous life pays the best rewards personally, offers a powerful legacy to your family, and changes those you touch.

Sometimes we get caught up in the world’s efforts to do enough good things to save ourselves. But does that really work? What does God truly want from us? Join us and explore some Biblical aspects of how our service and sacrifice to the Lord should transform our hearts and lives.

Jesus took 12 men, and for three years, He made them disciples and prepared them for the task He had in mind for them. After three years, with his ascension, Jesus said: “Go and make disciples.” He was actually saying to them: “Go and do the same as what I did.”