Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:15

A series by Heidi Wysman. The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives.

God is perfect and we are not. How do we continue to strive toward being more like Christ when we know we will continually fail? Let's look at Matthew 4 and 5 in the Streetlights New Testament.

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.

Our world is full of uncertainty and fear. But whatever challenges life may bring, we can be encouraged that nothing can separate us from God's love. Based on the book, Big Trouble Ahead, this devotional will equip you with a plan for countering the chaos that's trying to rob you of your stability in Christ and bring renewed courage, rooted in God's presence, goodness, and his message of unchanging hope.

What do you need to overcome in order for you to become? In this 'Shevotional' we explore 5 areas of focus that often hinder you from becoming what God desires you to be. Over the next 5 days, we will journey together through real-life reflection, relatable illustrations and intimate prayer inspired to propel you onwards and upwards into your best season yet. Becoming.

During the early days of the Passion Movement, God connected our story to the confession found in Isaiah 26:8, specifically the last phrase, which says, "For your name and renown are the desire of our souls." The heart of Passion is God's glory, and God is most glorified in us when we live lives that are fully satisfied in Him. We pray that this scripture journey through Passion's five core statements and prayers will encourage a posture of gratitude for what He has done and increase expectancy for what He will do in the future.

This plan by Richard Perinchief will biblically equip you to free yourself from the chains holding you back, so you can fully embrace your divine purpose. What’s holding you back? It’s time to stop living in limitation and get unstuck!

When the nest becomes empty, it’s only natural for questions to whirl through our minds. How will I combat the feelings of loneliness? Who am I without my kids to secure my identity? What am I going to do now? If you are an empty nester at this moment in time or soon to be, this five-day plan will help you as you prepare to shift into new beginnings. Rest assured, when the house becomes empty, you still have a full and blessed life to live.

The Church is more than a building—it’s people following Jesus together. So we don’t go to church, we are the Church and we exist for the world. Over the next five days, we’ll discover what it means to be the Church in our communities all over the world.

How do we live as Christ-followers in a world that seems to be spinning out of control? The spiritual resolve of Daniel and his three friends sets an example for us of courage, confidence, and hope for God’s people then and now. Learn from Daniel how to live a life that glorifies and serves God with integrity and spiritual power in a godless society

How do we live as Christ-followers in a world that seems to be spinning out of control? The spiritual resolve of Daniel and his three friends sets an example for us of courage, confidence, and hope for God’s people then and now. Learn from Daniel how to live a life that glorifies and serves God with integrity and spiritual power in a godless society.

What would it have been like to follow Jesus up the Galilean hillside and sit and listen to His most famous sermon? What are the things He would want us to hear and remember? In this plan, author Kelly Minter walks us through five days with Jesus and the Sermon on the Mount.

No one enjoys the stress of an unbalanced financial life. It can leave you at odds with your spouse and sideways in your relationship with God. Thankfully the Bible includes a lot of financial wisdom. This series of reading plans will point you to a balanced and peaceful financial life grounded in biblical principles. Learning how to work, plan, spend, and give will help you find financial balance, God’s way.

Loneliness. Rejection. Fear that you will never find a spouse. Wondering if something is wrong with you. Questioning if God really has a plan. Singleness brings many difficulties. But singleness doesn’t have to be a time of hardship. God has a wonderful purpose for it. This week’s devotion dives into the comfort we have through God to help us find joy and contentment in our single lives.

This reading plan includes five daily devotions based on Jonathan Murphy’s book Authentic Influencer: The Barnabas Way of Shaping Lives for Jesus. Through this study, you will learn from a remarkable man of God, nicknamed Barnabas, and his heart for influencing people to take God’s vision forward. As you walk with Barnabas, you will learn to shape the world for Jesus Christ—one life at a time.

Consumed by modern-day conveniences and entertainment, we are formed by that which we behold. Yet, as Christians, we are called to be conformed to Christ, which includes rediscovering the truth, goodness, and beauty of God. This five-day devotional from Coleman Ford helps quiet the distractions and redirects your focus to the gospel message, which is full of truth, goodness, and beauty and is powerful to make you whole and flourishing.

Many Christians feel their work lives and making Christ famous are incompatible. They question: How can I glorify God when I am sitting behind a desk at my office? This 5-day plan explores the importance of how you view your work and how God can use your career to glorify Himself.

Ephesians 2:10, For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works. This Bible plan is created to provide encouragement to women on what God declares about us. Today, there are many influences that try to dictate how we should look, our value, and our purpose in life. With this Bible plan, you will be inspired to seek God to discover who you are, His Masterpiece.

Sharing Jesus with the kids of your church is a rich, rewarding experience—but it comes with challenges, too. This Bible Plan is here to support and encourage your journey in kids’ ministry so you can lead from a place of overflow. You’ll develop foundational mindsets and learn practical approaches for effective, sustainable ministry—all modeled after the life of Jesus.

Mountains are one of God’s favorite places to meet with his people. From the Mount of Creation in Genesis 1 to the Mount of the Great Commission in Matthew 28, mountains regularly serve as holy ground for connecting with God. During this plan, Bible teacher and author Kat Armstrong guides readers through five mountaintop Bible stories. Watch as God reveals His character and invites His children to enjoy His presence.

Have you wondered how to remain encouraged in a fallen... chaotic world? This 5-day plan dives into how optimism, perseverance, and expectation can build faith and create a hopeful heart in life's uncertainties. It also nudges a shift in perspective to rise above life's challenges and trust that God's promises are "Yes" and "Amen," and they will not return to Him void.

Is there something you feel like you were made to do, but you’ve let fear hold you back? When we believe that God is the all-powerful God described in the Bible, we can live with confidence that only comes from Him. This 5-day plan explores Bible stories that will help you know God more and inspire you to live boldly for Him every day.

IN THE LIGHT is a 5-day Bible Plan for believers who want to learn what “living in the light” means as followers of Jesus. Each day focuses on Jesus being our light and salvation with biblical encouragement and a daily worship song from AMEN Music’s latest album, IN THE LIGHT, featuring songwriters and singers including Grammy-award winning artist, Dante Bowe, Aaron Moses, Lizzie Morgan, Nate Diaz, and Tianna.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re born again and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to different values about right and wrong, and a different lifestyle to match it. This series of 5-day plans uses the 10 Commandments (following the classic Augustinian ordering) as a vehicle for an alternative, Christ-like morality and Jesus-way of living.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re born again and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to different values about right and wrong, and a different lifestyle to match it. This series of 5-day plans uses the 10 Commandments (following the classic Augustinian ordering) as a vehicle for an alternative, Christ-like morality and Jesus-way of living.