Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 7:12

The Bible has a lot to say about surrender. Most of us know God wants us to surrender our Sunday mornings and some of our money, but the Bible makes it clear that God wants far more. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding of what God really wants from them, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to strange expectations. It’s a different kind of hope flowing from Christ’s perspective on things. This is the sixth in a series of 5-day plans that uses the Lord’s Prayer to show how Jesus invites us to approach life and the future.

Our experiences with our earthly father often influence how we relate to our heavenly Father. Sadly, not everyone has had positive experiences with their earthly father, which can adversely impact our relationship with our heavenly Father. This Bible plan offers guidance and encouragement to those who have had less-than-ideal situations with their earthly father, helping them understand that there is no one like our heavenly Father.

How can the fruit of the spirit win the battle against the sins of my flesh? This five-day reading plan shows the battles of LOVE versus selfishness, judgemental attitudes, hatred, self justification and spiritual vanity. Kristi Krauss uses the fruit of the spirit found in Galatians 5 as a guide to spur us into action to become champions of LOVE in our daily lives.

Scripture is useful for comforting those who confess and confronting those who don’t. God’s Word equips us for the agonizing but essential work of confronting one another.

Perhaps the most famous speech ever given, this relatively small collection has shaped the lives of billions, and in many ways created the world we see around us today. Together we'll look at how Jesus' Sermon can be used as a blueprint for us to live our lives to its absolute fullest.

When did the Gospel stop feeling like good news? Imagine being guilty of a crime and then set free because someone else took your place - that’s truly life-changing! Join us as we dive into the powerful message of Jesus Christ and discover the deep impact of His sacrifice, offering freedom and hope for everyone. Let’s rediscover why this news is truly 'Good.'

The heart of Christian friendship is centered around unconditional love, genuine forgiveness, honesty, trust, and mutual respect. This is the foundation of long-lasting relationships, both platonic and dating. In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing how to cultivate lasting bonds to nurture and sustain meaningful connections in all areas of your life.

Reflect on some of the highlights from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 and consider how He teaches us to live in a way that looks upside-down to the world around us.

It’s important to know Jesus and what is important to Him so we understand our need for Him. Reflecting on what Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount, will help us draw closer to Him. This is part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend Ministries. These plans can be done in any order. See also" Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers.  This is the seventh of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  Jesus talks about the “do’s and don’ts” of His kingdom.  How to sum up the Kingdom: see others like God sees them, and treat them like God treats them. 

Are you searching for hope? Do you believe in miracles? Maybe when pigs fly? Take a leap of faith and start this Life.Church Bible Plan to accompany Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, When Pigs Fly.  

What does the Bible say about being offended? In this 6-day plan, learn what it means to be unoffendable.

This 6-day reading plan is helpful to those who need a light nudge to share the good news and their gifts, those who need a reminder on how to fulfill God’s work, and those who want to start ministering. Need prayer? Call our prayer line at 719.635.1111.

If you are hiking the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) in Europe, more than likely, you are on a spiritual journey--looking for answers. The five symbols of the Camino trail symbolize hope you can only find through Jesus.

The Bible is a book that helps you follow Jesus and grow closer to God. But it’s a lot, and it can be overwhelming when you first start reading it! This six-day Plan is your Bible Starter Kit, full of tips to help as you dig into the Bible—so you can read it, understand it, and live it.

Joyful, purpose-filled living is grounded on relationships, love, and faith. If you’re looking for more clarity on God’s plan for your life, engage this plan to help focus your pursuit and discovery. Taken from the book, “Out of This World: A Christian’s Guide to Growth and Purpose” by David J. Swandt.

Jesus was not just a spiritual leader. Such a perception underplays his leadership capability, considering how he transformed twelve ordinary and if we are honest, unlikely men, into the first generation of leaders of a movement that continues to affect the course of world history 2,000 years later. Jesus provides the template for Kingdom-style leadership that we can model to transform any given situation, team or organization. More than ever, good biblical leadership is required not only in our church environment but in every area of society. Regardless of your title, role or status you have an opportunity to bring about cultural transformation by positioning yourself as a Kingdom-style leader. What leadership opportunities do you have as you go about your daily activities and how can you learn to lead like Jesus? Let’s explore this over the next seven days.

Surrender to Jesus is a life-defining moment. But what does this decision mean and how do we live it each day? Is this only for the big decisions of life, or the super-spiritual person? Fear, previous failures, and misunderstanding can hold us back.  "Go Do Say Give" is a pledge/prayer that unpacks how to take the next steps in your spiritual journey. Experience the freedom that comes with following Jesus. 

Our culture is frantic with worry. But Christians are called to live and think differently from the worried world around us. The solution isn’t in sheer willpower—it’s rooted entirely in who God is. This reading plan provides seven reasons to anchor our faith in God and who he is. Join me as we turn our eyes from the things of earth to the Author and Completer of our faith.

Becoming a father is a big responsibility, even more so to be a Christian father. God’s Word has some special instructions to guide you through one the most important roles you will ever have. Written by Stephen Binz based on teachings by Bishop Thomas Olmstead of the Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.

Does God really hear your prayers? You’d like to believe it, but sometimes it’s difficult not to wonder if he’s really listening. Sometimes we’re sure he’s not. This 7 day devotional will guide you through the assurance the Bible gives that God does hear our prayers.

We’re all chasing something. Usually something just out of reach—a better job, a more comfortable home, a perfect family, the approval of others. But isn’t this tiring? Is there a better way? Find out in this new Life.Church Bible Plan, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, Chasing Carrots.

This week, we’re going to see together how to experience divine acceleration. When God accelerates things in our lives, it’s to bring us further, cause us to enter into His plan. Over the next several days, we will discover the behaviors and attitudes that facilitate acceleration. I hope that you will be blessed throughout these days!

In the world that we live in, things are not as they should be. One might even say they are upside down. However, the good news is that Jesus came to turn this world right side up. What if our eyes were opened to the REALITY that the Kingdom of Heaven is in fact here?