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The timeless parable in Matthew 25:14-30 illustrates the importance of using the gifts and resources God has given us for His purposes and the consequences of neglecting or misusing them. In this 3-day plan, A. Margot Blair invites you to consider whether you have buried your talents. If so, it's time to dig them up. Let's dive in.

Are you weary and tired? Rest doesn’t just happen, nor is it found in a Netflix binge. In Matthew 11, Jesus gives us the path to soul-deep rest. In this 5-day reading plan, Brittany Rust shares the foundation, two keys, and sustenance for genuine rest.

The 5 Second Rule: A 3-Day Devotional by Anthony Thompson masterfully combines Mel Robbins' empowering strategies with profound Biblical insights. This engaging devotional navigates through courage, perseverance, and transformative thinking, blending Robbins' renowned 5-Second Rule with scriptural wisdom. Anthony's compelling narrative encourages readers to harness faith and decisiveness in everyday life. Perfect for those seeking spiritual growth alongside actionable life changes.

Hear from current and former NFL players about their faith in action. In this 5-day devotional, watch videos from NFL stars Drew Brees, Ryan Tannehill, Matthew Slater, Matt Forte and Demario Davis. They discuss topics such as prayer, salvation, baptism and evangelism. Included with these videos are daily devotionals written by author and speaker Randy Alcorn.

Practicing Righteousness—Giving, Prayer, Fasting, Money, and Anxiety. Jesus’ insistence that he did not come to abolish, but fulfil the law, is vital to understand the collected sayings of Matthew 5 through 7. That the law was interpreted through love—self-giving love—was a revolution that disturbed the religious authorities and amazed the common man and woman. A revolution begins.

Rediscover God the Father and your identity as His child in these daily readings. This devotional is based on the book Abba by Matthew L. Stevenson III.

In this plan, we will discuss each attitude found in Matthew 5. As we dive into scripture, you will see how these beatitudes come with promises of blessing. Each day includes a short video, scripture, devotional, Biblical promise, and a prayer to help you engage with scripture and incorporate what you have learned into your life. Are you ready to live a blessed life?!

What is Heaven like? The Bible doesn’t give us much detail, but one of the best glimpses is right here. In Part 2 of Revelation Explained, Kris Langham guides us through Revelation 3-5, as Jesus finishes seven letters to the church, and John is caught up to a glorious scene in Heaven. Join us as we walk through Revelation with clear, relatable teaching in just 5 minutes each day.

When will the insanity end? Are we reaching the end times? In this 5-day devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef will answer your questions about the end times using Jesus’ words spoken in Matthew to help you understand what to expect about the end, and how to live as a light to others in these tumultuous times.

Prayer is an intimate conversation with God. But how do we pray? Why do we pray? Does God hear our prayers?  In the 6th Chapter of Matthew, Jesus gives us detailed instructions on prayer, including the Lord's Prayer. This study from The Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible digs deep into Jesus's words in verses 5-24, examining our motives and attitudes about prayer, and teaching us how to pray.

Have you ever wondered why the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are all so different? If they tell the same story, why aren't they all the same? Each Gospel account actually reveals something unique about God’s character and His vast love for us. Dig into each book to learn more about the significance of Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection in this 5-day devotional geared toward high schoolers. 

We want to follow Jesus, but how? What does He ask us to do? Thankfully, we aren't left hanging wondering what to do. Whether you're a new believer, getting serious about your faith, or diving deeper, we're going to examine the instructions Jesus gave His followers in Matthew 5 - 7 and strive to put them into practice. Get ready to learn how to follow Jesus.

What is true happiness, and how can we find it? Pastor and author Dr. Derwin L. Gray believes there is a path to true happiness. It is a life lived with Jesus by embracing the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:1-12. As you walk through these words, Jesus invites you into a new life-giving rhythm that cultivates a flourishing, happy, transformative life. Discover the good life you were meant for.

One of the greatest struggles many Christians face has nothing to do with the avoidance or rejection of any one sin, but rather with the neglect of intentional, meaningful prayer. Setting aside the time to pray can be a challenge. What’s more, making sure to pray the right way and for the right reasons (Matthew 6:5-18) can be just as challenging. “Being P.R.A.Y.E.R.F.U.L.” is designed with such challenges in mind.

This 5-day reading plan is a power-packed boot camp that will help you learn how to deal with yourself. Each day you will read Bible passages that will strengthen your biblical view on marriage, forgiveness, and controlling your tongue. As a bonus, short devotional teachings from Denise Renner are included too. Denise’s loving approach and commitment to Titus 2:3-5 shines through her loving instruction and encouragement in this Plan.

This series of seven devotionals centers on Jesus’ foundational teachings in the Sermon on The Mount (Matthew 5–7). Jesus establishes his divine authority, sets forth what is required to live a meaningful life, and makes the choices we have before us clear. We pray this series will encourage you to pursue righteousness and the kingdom of heaven with more clarity, honesty, and fervor.

In this 5 Day reading plan, Dr. Tony Evans will journey with you through chapter 1 of Ephesians highlighting 5 key topics: Heavenly Places,  Handpicked, Redemption,  Down Payment, and It’s Already Yours. Through this Week in the Word with Tony Evans, you will become better equipped to grasp that as a chosen, adopted, redeemed child of God you have been blessed “with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places” (Ephesians 1:3).

Discover how God’s love can rewrite your story in this 5-day plan from Matthew West. Each day is designed to help you focus on the good news of your story as a follower of Jesus. You’ll be challenged to consider the truth of what God is doing and has done in your life and focus on allowing God to be reflected in your story. My story, Your Glory!

We've all been in the place where we think we're too broken or we've messed up too much for God to use us. In those seasons, we have to remember that God is still using broken things and broken people to accomplish His will! Journey through Matthew West's new song "Broken Things" in this 5-day devotional and be reminded that no matter where you've been or what you've done, God still wants to use YOU!

God wants you to be blessed. This exploration of the beatitudes will help you understand the characteristics that Jesus called "blessed" in the Sermon on the Mount and apply them in your life today.

Life is full of questions. Questions about the world and our place in it. Check out this 5-Day Plan where we will look to answer three of the biggest questions: 1. Who am I? 2. Where do I fit? 3. What difference can I make?

What's your personal calling? We all need to live a life worthy of the calling we have received. Purpose and calling are closely related. From the Bible, we can clearly identify 5 reasons to exist in this world: 1. To be in relationship with Him. 2. To be in God's family 3. To be like Christ 4. To use your gifts. 5. To be on mission with God

In a world that is seemingly losing its footing, Jesus, in the greatest sermon ever delivered, challenges us to take the higher ground. Jesus' Sermon on the Mount is a powerful message that has captivated hearts for centuries, and now you have the opportunity to journey through it one day at a time, gaining a deeper understanding of its profound wisdom and application in your life.

Does life feel out of control? In a volatile world filled with political, economic, and social uncertainty, how do you fight anxiety and fear? How do you live courageously and hold onto hope? In this 5-day Plan, discover 3 biblical ways to find courage in the face of uncertainty, and learn how to incorporate them into your daily routine.

Jesus ushered in a Kingdom that was upside down but needed to be lived from the inside out. In the Sermon on the Mount, He teaches the right interpretation of the law. This plan is by Navaz D'Cruz and Lasya D'Cruz based on a sermon series at Word Of Grace Church.