Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 3:16

The Bible tells us that in just 40 days, God worked miracles, changed people's hearts, and helped them become better in big ways. In 40 days, complete transformation can happen! Forty Days of EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP

Get a deeper understanding of God’s abounding love and His desire for you to grow into a close, personal relationship with Him. This reading plan explores topics such as communication, closeness, love, dependency, and transformation in your relationship with God.

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. We have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture four times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

Those words you say to yourself in your heart. The ones that discourage and make you feel insecure. You don't have to let them overwhelm you anymore. The Crash the Chatterbox devotional is based on the book of the same title designed to help you overcome the lies of insecurity, fear, condemnation, and shame that have been holding you back.

In this 7-day devotional based on the book Set My Heart on Fire by J. Lee Grady, you will meet the Holy Spirit, who can do it all. He is the Spirit of God. He has limitless power and wisdom, yet He willingly comes to live inside any person who believes in Jesus Christ.

Have you ever tried to get “close” to God and couldn’t stay there? If so, strive no further. Join NavPress author Dave Hickman on a 7-day journey into the freeing reality of your perfect “union” with Jesus Christ.

The Bible clearly teaches that baptism is the first step of obedience after making a commitment to Jesus Christ. Making a decision to follow Jesus when no one is looking is significant, but there's something powerful about publicly declaring, in front of family and friends, that you've given your life to Christ. This Bible plan will walk us through what the Bible says about baptism as a next step for a believer!

Jesus promised that we would grow into the fullness of life by His Spirit. To do that we need to keep encountering the basic truths of faith more deeply and profoundly. If we do, there is a vibrant and supernatural life that exceeds our hopes and dreams, as we experience partnership with God, extending His Kingdom here on earth.

Mesu Andrews, award winning and best selling author, examines the the truths found the book of Isaiah and New Testament authors, encouraging the reader to discover what it means to listen, to obey, to wait, to cry out, to worship, to confess and to seek more of God. Discover how Isaiah, kings of Old and the words of Jesus can invite you to deeper intimacy with the Lord.

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.

The sacred chase is the audacious pursuit of God and God’s reckless love for you. All of heaven desires to see your life soaked with the reality of God’s presence. As Heath Adamson reminds us in this week-long devotional, pursuing this is worth all of your efforts. The prize is the reality of Jesus in your life today.

The Bible tells us, “Don’t worry,” “Fear not!” How do we do this practically? Based on research about feelings in the New Testament, author Dr. Matthew Elliott explains what fear is. When is it healthy? When can we banish it permanently? Rather than feeling overwhelmed by emotions, we can understand the beliefs and values fear reveals in us. When we do, we will be on our way to living fear-free.

"Passion, Vision, Action" is a week-long set of readings to help leaders reflect on their own leadership and be inspired in leading others. Jesus remains the greatest example of leadership the world has ever seen. He started a movement that has changed the world more than any other person. Over 7 days we will explore the leadership essentials of Passion, Vision and Action from Jesus' life and ministry.

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.

This series – “Gracious Jesus” is a deep dive into the life and teachings of Jesus from the gospels. Historical context is brought in to enrich and bring a more accurate dimension of the context of Jesus’ life. Most importantly, if we are receptive to the Spirit, He opens our spiritual eyes to see God, the world around and ourselves with completely new perspectives.

Jesus didn’t come to replace the role of dad, He came to redeem it! In Finding Dad we discover how to forgive, heal, and reconcile the father wound while finding trust, protection, and identity in our heavenly Father.

God’s presence is full of love and completely transformational. It takes what was lost and guides us to our rightful place in the Father. It satisfies the weary and pours out the refreshing rain of God’s love on the deepest parts of the soul. May you respond to God’s word by seeking out that for which you were made: continual encounter with your heavenly Father.

Are you new to faith? Do you want to know more about Christianity? This devotional is designed to give you an introduction to some of the fundamental beliefs of the faith. Building your faith on the right foundations is the key to your journey in Christ. We pray this 7-day devotional will help give you a better understanding of faith and help lay some strong foundations in your life.

The One Year Pray for the Family Bible invites us to deepen our relationships with God and the families he has given us. Daily prayer prompts focus on some of the most pressing issues facing families today. Each day’s Scripture reading helps us discover answers and guidance in God’s Word. This is a one week reading plan taken from the One Year Pray for the Family Bible.

In this 7-day devotional, we will explore some of the most important ways for fathers to mentor their children on the path of life, pointing them toward Jesus and strengthening them into mature and godly adults. Written by Kirk Giles of Forward Church in Cambridge, ON.

Water Baptism is a significant step in the Christian life, symbolizing our identification with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection. Over seven days, we will explore key questions about water baptism, guiding you toward a deeper understanding of its meaning and importance as a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ.

This plan takes you through an immersive experience of well-known passages about Jesus. The objective is to place you in the scene like you were there that day and let the glory of Jesus Christ shine afresh on your heart. Sometimes, we read a passage so often that the wonder and greatness of what Jesus did and who He is doesn't touch our hearts like it used to. This plan aims to set your heart on fire for Jesus again!

Within our deep longing for joy lies an invitation to discover the goodness and beauty woven throughout life. In this reading plan, Alastair Sterne explores how this yearning awakens us to the wonder that surrounds us in both ordinary and sacred moments. Learn to live closer to the threshold of joy by embracing a life shaped by God’s joy, where his beauty and goodness are always within reach.

God’s Spirit dwells within you—filling you with His power to live out God’s purpose! He is like the very breath of life in your lungs, leading you to live a fruitful life. Join Andrew and Wendy for this 7-day series and begin to experience a thriving life with the Holy Spirit.

What does living like Jesus even mean? Just like the words of Christ, His actions and the way Christ lived is rich in teaching as well. In this devotional, we will study the characteristics of Jesus as a human here on earth, and the model of His ministry that shows us how to live as He did - body, mind and spirit.