Matthew

When the Magi found Jesus, they honored Him with gifts:  Gold for the everlasting King,  Frankincense for the Wonderful Counsellor, Myrrh for the Mighty Warrior, and Worship for the Prince of Peace. How will you honor Him today?

Four Gifts of Christmas

In part one of this verse-by-verse break down of the Gospel of Matthew, we'll break down Matthew 1-4.

Matthew 1-4: God With Us

Wherever you are in your Christian journey, know that the Bible is for you. If you are new to God’s Word or have spent years reading Scripture, the Bible is for you. This reading plan introduces you to the first five books of the New Testament, giving you a bigger window into the beauty, goodness, and truth of the Bible. It is a gift, and it is meant to meet you right where you are. 

The Bible Is for You: 5 Days in the New Testament

Our Saviour King came into this world not riding on a horse, surrounded by an army, wearing armor, or crowned with a golden crown. No, our Saviour came into the world as a baby, unexpected, unannounced, and unexceptionally. We hope that through this plan, as you reflect on the meaning of the birth of Jesus Christ, you’ll be reminded that Christmas isn’t just an event in history to be remembered. 

Real Hope: The Birth of Our Saviour King

The Sermon on the Mount isn’t just a list of teachings–it’s a call to a different kind of life. The way of Jesus can feel backward at first, but it’s actually the path that leads to freedom and true transformation. In this plan, we’ll explore five “opposites” that reveal the values of God’s Kingdom and invite us to follow him more fully.

Choosing the Opposite: The Way of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount

Explore the miracles of Jesus, each revealing his identity as God’s son. A short video illustrates the key miracle for each day of the plan.

Miracles of Jesus: Revealing His Divine Identity

Sometimes following God requires stepping out on a word when the wind is against you — and once you take a step of faith you’ve got to fix your focus on what God said instead of what you see. Dive into this practical, 3-day devotional with ELEVATION RHYTHM to learn how to walk on water through any storm! 

Walk on Water

This plan is designed to provide a special time alone with the Lord during Holy Week. Each day you will be prompted to pause, ponder, and pray through a passage in the Gospel of Matthew. Your heart will be encouraged, your faith strengthened, and your prayer life enriched as you prepare for Easter. May it impact your walk with the Lord for years to come.


Holy Week: Pause. Ponder. Pray.

Matthew’s Gospel is structured around five discourses, the first being the Sermon on the Mount. More than ethical instruction, the Sermon on the Mount invites us into a new way of being human. This new way of life represents a reversal of typical societal values, encouraging humans to live at the overlap of heaven and earth, organizing their lives around trust in God’s authority and service for the vulnerable.