Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 26:40

The Lent Project is an initiative of Biola University's Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts. Each daily devotion includes a portion of Scripture, a devotional, a prayer, a work of visual art or a video, a piece of music, and a poem plus brief commentaries on the artworks and artists. The Seven Last Words of Christ refers to the seven short phrases uttered by Jesus on the cross, as gathered from the four Christian gospels. This devotional project connects word, image, voice and song into daily meditations on these words.

No matter where you are in your faith journey, the Easter story has the power to change your story. In this seven-day Plan we’ll walk with Jesus through the events leading up to His death on the cross and His resurrection. Along the way, we’ll explore how His words and actions invite us to know Him, follow Him, and experience His love in a personal way.

Many men struggle with their feelings. Over these seven days, we explore the emotional life of Jesus, learning that we can bring all our emotions to Him because He can sympathize with us. We don’t have to try to deal with them alone; we can find fellowship when we bring them all to the Friend who’s closer than a brother (John 15:15). Written by Lewis Lau.

Journey with Jesus through the final days of his life, from his triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to his burial in Joseph's tomb on Holy Saturday. Each day explores a different theme of Holy Week: Palm Sunday, Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, Spy Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Silent Saturday.

This week, we will explore various perspectives on Passion Week through familiar stories found in Mark’s Gospel. Jesus knew His time on earth was ending, so what were His priorities in His final week, knowing He was destined to die? Seeing the things Jesus focused on will help us see what He is most passionate about. Written by Dean Brenton.

Are you confused? Lost? Anxious? The story of Easter is filled with the clarifying hope of Jesus. When we don't know where to turn, Jesus is our guide. This plan concentrates on how Jesus held onto the Father through his death and resurrection. We, too, can cling to the hope of God during confusing times.

Join us in this powerful 7-day devotional series that is biblically grounded, spiritually enriching, and deeply practical for anyone struggling with anxiety.

In this devotional, we will conduct a thorough biblical and practical examination of temptation and its impact on our lives. One day, we will be completely free from temptation, but only after our resurrection on the new earth. For now, temptation will affect us for the rest of our lives, so it's crucial that we learn how to handle it. Written by Darryl Dash.

In the midst of life’s challenges and trials, it’s easy to feel discouraged and think about giving up. This 7-day devotional plan by Chris Mendez is designed to strengthen your faith and remind you that, with God’s help, you can overcome any obstacle.

These days, the level of uncertainty and anxiety for the Christian man is high, to say the least. If we chose, we could be stressed out 24/7. On any number of issues, there are matters which threaten our peace. But there is one certainty above them all: There is a God in Heaven, above all things, who gives us numerous comforting truths to help us navigate such times with His peace. This week, we will explore these biblical truths. Written by Chris Walker

The Artist Bible is a living response to the Living Word. Join us this Easter as poets, musicians, artists, and creatives use their gifts to illuminate the verses surrounding Holy Week in 8 inspiring and challenging videos. This devotional is a multimedia experience.

The final week in the life of Jesus was no ordinary week. It was a time of bittersweet goodbyes, lavish giving, cruel betrayals and prayers that shook heaven. Experience this week, from Palm Sunday to the miraculous Resurrection, as we read through the Biblical account together. We will cheer with the crowds on Jerusalem’s streets, shout in anger at Judas and the Roman soldiers, cry with the women at the Cross, and celebrate as Easter morning dawns!

The final week in the life of Jesus was no ordinary week. It was a time of bittersweet goodbyes, lavish giving, cruel betrayals and prayers that shook heaven. Experience this week, from Palm Sunday to the miraculous Resurrection, as we read through the Biblical account together. We will cheer with the crowds on Jerusalem’s streets, shout in anger at Judas and the Roman soldiers, cry with the women at the Cross, and celebrate as Easter morning dawns!

This 8-Day devotional pairs Scripture with study notes and images adapted from the ESV Archaeology Study Bible —all designed to help you enter into the story of Jesus’s final days and travel through Scripture on his path to the cross, learning more about the people and places he encountered along the way.

Experience Easter in a new way as we journey through the Holy Week activities that led up to Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection. From clearing the temple to embracing solitude and rest, the Holy Week of Jesus prepares us to encounter resurrection life in a new way!

A reflection and reading plan over the 8 days of Passion Week following significant events in Jesus's final days on Earth including His crucifixion, burial, resurrection and ascension.

The devotionals in this eight-day series focus the reader’s attention on the final week of Jesus’ life and the circumstances surrounding his death, burial, and resurrection. When Jesus entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, he entered a city filled with political strife, fear and uneasiness. Following Jesus’ actions and interactions each day gives readers a clearer understanding of the context of the events that serve as the foundation for Christian faith.

You are beginning a journey through the most important week in history. Come along with us and recline with Jesus at the Passover table, linger in the silence of Holy Saturday, and experience the joy of Jesus’ Resurrection. Each day, we’ll look at what the gospels say about the events of Holy Week and walk through a simple prayer. We’ll follow the S.O.A.P. study method: Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer.

When anxiety strikes it can be overwhelming and debilitating. Whether it is slowly built over time, or when it suddenly crashes down like a wave, our response to it determines the outcome. This devotional is meant to give you the tools to fight back and thrive under anxiety.

An Easter devotional featuring podcast teacher Tara-Leigh Cobble from “The Bible Recap.” This 8-day exploration of the events of Holy Week allows you to walk with Jesus through the momentous days from Palm Sunday through Easter. Along with devotional content that helps bring the personal experience of Jesus to life.

This plan will guide you through the events of each day in Holy Week, from the triumphal entry on Palm Sunday to the resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Bible teacher Ken Boa answers the question, “How can I discover what God wants me to do with my life?” Using insight from Scripture, he shows how following God is not a matter of techniques and rules but of cultivating a relationship with Him.

Easter is central to our faith. In this 8-day plan, journey through Scripture and reflections that bring you closer to Jesus—His sacrifice, victory, and love. Take time to reflect on His story and how it shapes your life today. Let these readings deepen your faith, renew your hope, and remind you of God’s incredible love as you draw nearer to Jesus and embrace the power of His resurrection.

This Holy Week Guide provides daily reflections from Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday, including scripture readings, reflection questions, and prayer prompts. Each day offers insights into Jesus' final days on earth, guiding you toward Easter with intentional focus and renewed hope.

Jesus Christ is the most glorious and tragic figure in history. No one was better, yet no one suffered more. His suffering reveals God’s greatest glory: “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Rom. 5:8). The Suffering Servant invites you to reflect on: Jesus’ suffering, Old Testament foreshadowing, and how His suffering brings salvation. May these reflections deepen your understanding of God’s love and inspire you to follow Christ faithfully in today’s world.