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This 7-day reading plan invites readers to go the way of the Cross with Jesus as chronicled by Mark, a close disciple of the Apostle Peter. Starting with a call to follow Jesus and carrying through to His death, the reader will be visually transported into these important moments in Jesus’ history. Join with God on the way of the cross in this video-based, 7-day reading plan and allow it to revolutionize the way you engage with God’s Word.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the fourteenth part "The Cross of Christ." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

What does the Cross reveal to us about who God is? How can we know him more intimately through contemplating Christ's crucifixion and resurrection? This 12-day plan invites you to prepare your heart for Easter as you journey toward the Cross, reflect on the events of Holy Week, and celebrate the Resurrection.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the fourteenth part "The Cross of Christ." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Nearly everyone agrees that this world is broken. But what if there’s a solution? This seven-day Easter plan begins with the unique experience of the thief on the cross and considers why the only real answer to brokenness is found in the execution of an innocent man: Jesus, the Son of God.

Christians of all stripes affirm that there is indeed power in the blood of Jesus. But have you ever paused to ask how? Is it magic blood? How do we explain this power? This 5-Day Plan will look at 5 unique gifts Jesus secured for Christians when he gave his life for us on the cross.

This 8-Day devotional pairs Scripture with study notes and images adapted from the ESV Archaeology Study Bible —all designed to help you enter into the story of Jesus’s final days and travel through Scripture on his path to the cross, learning more about the people and places he encountered along the way.

This plan will guide you through an inductive study of Jesus’ journey to the cross, beginning with the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Grab a notebook to jot down your thoughts as you are led through a process of (1) observing the events of Passion Week, (2) interpreting the original message to the church in Rome, and (3) applying the Easter story’s timeless truths to your life today.

Easter is a time of deep celebration and hope - but what do you do when you don't overly feel like celebrating? What happens when life doesn't quite turn out like you hoped? The reality is that the disciples felt the same way in the days before the Resurrection. You are in good company, take heart.

Tetelestai—“It is finished.” Jesus’ final words on the Cross have impacted us for eternity. With His death and resurrection, He finished the work of our salvation. But our transformation continues. In his book 'It Is Finished', Charles Martin takes us on a journey to the Cross to examine how the Holy Spirit is now at work in us as we are continually being made “perfectly perfect.”

Jesus given a death sentence? That can’t be right! He’s the best man who ever lived. It doesn’t make sense. In this Bible reading plan, children will walk the way to the cross, with Jesus; share the reality of that day; and also discover how this was part of God’s plan for Jesus and also for each of us! Ancora Kids complements the free children’s game app Guardians of Ancora.

This video series shows you how to manage God's blessings to you (time, talent, treasure, temple) his way. 

Have you been dating someone for a while? Are things going well? Are you considering having “the talk,” defining the relationship, and getting a bit more serious about the person? What an exciting time in a relationship! In this 5-day devotional, we’re sharing the most important questions to ask someone before taking your relationship to the “next level.”

This 4-day devotional is based on the song, "The Case For Christ" by JT Murrell from the album, The Case For Christ: Songs Inspired By The Original Motion Picture. This plan explores the scriptures behind the album's opening anthem. The song "The Case For Christ" was written by Matt Toney.

You know the stats. Money is consistently one of the biggest causes for divorce. This is why it is critical to ask these 3 questions BEFORE you get married. See you inside as you take the first step towards a happy and healthy financial future together.

Jesus had departed for his final entry into Jerusalem. Death loomed less than two weeks away. In His characteristic and radical unselfishness, Jesus stopped for a final man before reaching Jerusalem. This would be the last healing He would perform before His final entry into the city to face the cross. In this reading pal, we'll take a deeper look at the story of the Bartimaeus and his healing.

Through this 7-day prayer devotional, you'll feel your heart drawn to the Lord as you bring your son before the foot of the cross. Each day unpacks a specific topic of prayer for your boy and reminds you that the Lord has him, loves him, and desires good things for his life.

The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus are described in the four gospels. This Easter read about how Jesus endured betrayal, suffering, and humiliation on the cross before changing the world through the hope offered by His resurrection. A short video illustrates part of the story for each day of this plan.

Do you sometimes set too high of a standard for yourself in even the most casual of social interactions? You’re not alone! My hope is that this plan will give you a healthy train of thought to follow in growing your confidence, as well as shedding unrealistic expectations, and grow in our courage the way the Bible tells us to.

Heaven knows what you need. We need the cross and the resurrection to bring peace, purpose, and joy to our lives. It’s from a relationship with Jesus that we can live with motivation and comfort, because we know that He goes before us in all things. Yield to His Lordship today, or surrender afresh to Him. He is worthy and knows just what you need.

Earthly fathers are to be examples before their children of the Heavenly Father. The role of the father helps shape generations to come! When Jesus was on the cross, He cried out Abba Father, which indicates a close intimacy with God, meaning, Father, I will obey You! Every day is Father’s Day! Let us learn to have that closeness with both our earthly and Heavenly Father!

Taking time each day to be still before God is one of the most life-changing things we can do. Join me on this plan as we acknowledge that the Lord is God over the busyness and battles of daily life. Draw close to hear His whisper, let your soul be quieted by His song of love, and receive His hope at the foot of the cross. - Paul Nelson, Bright City

Is communion just a religious obligation, or is it more significant to the Christian faith than what you might think? How does it honor God? J. Lee Grady sets out to answer your questions on communion in this 3-day devotional that will help you practically and purposefully understand this symbolic act that Jesus first took with His disciples the night before His death on the cross.

Have you ever reflected on the hours before Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross? The knowledge that He was experiencing all this pain and suffering for you and me. This is part two of a three-part series that we hope creates a create space for you to reflect and feel the weight of the sacrifice made for us so we could receive the gifts of grace, mercy, forgiveness and eternal life.

When we celebrate Easter, we recognize that Jesus took our sins to the cross. He died and rose again to pay for our sins! Even though by God’s grace, we have heard the message before, we can still appreciate the wonderful truth of the Lord’s plan for our eternal salvation. This six-day devotion series will lead you through the Easter season celebrations- from Palm Sunday to Ascension.