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Nowhere else does God’s wrath come crashing together with his love more dramatically than in Zephaniah’s prophecy. “I will sweep away everything from the face of the earth” (Zeph 1:2). “He will quiet them with his love…and rejoice over them with singing” (Zeph 3:17). So how do we reconcile the two? Join Melanie Hurlbut for a clear explanation and compelling storytelling as we journey together through Zephaniah.

19 Journeys is a simple and effective guide to the entire Bible. Each journey is an epic adventure through several Bible books, as your favorite pastors explain each chapter in a friendly and compelling audio guide. Journey #1 is the perfect start with 24 days through Mark and Colossians. Follow Jesus’ story and understand the basics of Christianity in just ten minutes-a-day, with insights for Bible-curious to Bible-fans. By Through-the-Word.

What would it look like to be part of the answer to this prayer of Jesus in our generation: "that they all may be one"? What can we do to be one with God and each other? Join this seven-day devotion led by YMCA pastors as they explore what the prayer in John 17:20-26 can mean for us today so that the world may believe and know God's love.

We are placed here and now for a reason. According to Acts 17:26-27, God marked out our time and place in history so that we could point others to Him. Paul shows how we should interact with nonbelievers in order to make the most of our proximity to others and introduce people to Him.

This is the third quarter of a plan to read the entire New Testament in one year. One Gospel is included in each quarter. Weekends can be used to reflect on or memorize a key verse. Notes are also included to assist with understanding.  

The Gospel of Mark is an eye-witness account from one of the closest followers of Jesus. In this nine-day plan, you’ll see how Mark has carefully crafted his story to show that Jesus is the Jewish Messiah who has come to bring God’s kingdom.

These devotions examine the role that God wants us to play in this world. They are based on John 17:18, where Jesus says, "Even as the Father has sent Me, I send you." They attempt to unpack what it means for us to be sent like Jesus into the world.

The story of Joseph is one of the greatest epics in all antiquity. It is the saga of one extraordinary life - sold into slavery at 17, falsely accused and forgotten in jail, but never once forgotten by God. Follow the grand drama with audio guides by Through the Word, as Kris Langham provides clear explanation and compelling insight in just a few minutes each day. Covers Genesis 37-50.

The Parable of the Talent is one of Jesus’ most famous parables. Yet hidden in the 17 verses are some of the most important keys to succeeding as a Christian. These lessons aren't just good advice—they're divine mandates that can help believers be more in line with God's purposes, not just in their finances but in every facet of their lives.

At one point in our lives, we've all experienced the feeling of being abandoned, left out or betrayed. When people close to us are the ones that inflict these feelings, it’s even harder to overcome. In Plan 17 we see Jesus betrayed by those closest to Him. The different ways in which Jesus and those who betrayed Him responded gives us insight into different ways in which we may respond.

Hear messages from worship leaders on Palm Sunday through to The Resurrection this Holy Week. This series features Charity Gayle, Matt Redman, Brooke Ligertwood and more!

Who is Jesus? Philosophy, literature, art, politics -- all of them have been profoundly impacted by the life and teaching of this one man. And Christians call him Savior -- the Son of God. Jesus is by any estimation one of the most influential figures in human history. So who is He? We’re here in Mark -- to find out what the Bible says about it.

"This is my beloved Son with whom I am well pleased," the Father said of Jesus in Matthew 3:17. God is infinitely, inexhaustively glad in his Son. But what does this mean for us? In this five-day devotional, John Piper examines how the Bible speaks of God's joy in Jesus and how it impacts our everyday.

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness again, but will have the light of life.” In this daily Bible reading plan, Illuminate, we study the teachings of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke chapters 12-17. In these passages of Scripture, Jesus sheds light on the kingdom of God and guides us to live our lives in light of eternity.

Amid a polarizing political season, I believe there is a better way. I believe there is a kingdom-way to navigate and thrive in this divisive time in our country. I believe God offers us a path forward, marked by peace, humility, and unity. Let’s seek to live differently than the world around us. Your unshakable example of God’s love will speak louder than you may ever know.

The song “Start Right Here” doesn’t pull punches. It is my candid response to what I see happening in the Church today. It is meant not as criticism but as a loving reminder from an accountability partner. Let's take an inward look as we step into God's Word. -Mark Hall

The transition from boyhood to manhood isn’t marked by age, but by a more substantial reality—one defined by strength, purpose, and a code of honor. This seven-day devotional unpacks five traits to help you step into your design as a man of God: dreams, conviction, work, friendship, and protection.

Where do I read the Easter story in the Bible? This Bible reading plan guides you through four days of reading Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John's accounts of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection.

To be fluent, one must be immersed in whatever is being learned. This plan is designed to help move your understanding of the Bible from creedal affirmation to a place of true fluency in the Scriptures so that you can be equipped to live out the transforming Kingdom truths laid out in God’s Word. This is part 17 of a 19-part plan that goes through the whole Bible. Thanks to Bible Project for the use of their video content.

In this part of the "Uniqueness of Christ" series, pastor Mark Rae guides us to meditate on Jesus' unique role as Messiah or Anointed One. Multiple passages in the Bible tell us what Jesus and others said about His role and how people reacted to it. How might we best respond to Jesus' unique role?

The Bible says: "...Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." (Mark 16:15 NIV) But what that also implies for you is: "Do this where you are right now!" I know how difficult that can be, and how often we miss those opportunities, so I'm going to give you some motivating examples!

This reading plan is part of a series that will take you through the entire New Testament in a year. Each month's plan covers a specific book or books. September focuses on Mark. The plan is designed to be used with a small group of friends. Read the daily passage first, reflect on one or all of the questions, and try the engagement practice.

This plan is designed to add variety to your reading of the Bible. The Blended plan divides the Bible so that the reader will read books in a non-traditional sequence. For example, while one is reading the book of Isaiah, he is also reading the book of Mark.

I'm Kihryn Thogmartin, a 17-year-old girl from a town called Zanesville, Ohio. I used to struggle with speaking up, but God has been helping me find my voice the past couple of years. So, let's journey together, saying yes to the blessings God has for us. I'm still learning every day, just like you. Can't wait for you to dive in!

As followers of Jesus, one of the best things we can do is look at Jesus’ life and learn from him. Join us as we look at one of the biographies of Jesus - the Gospel of Mark. Each day has a suggested reading, but don't let that stop you from reading the entire chapter!