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In this 15-day plan, you will examine what it means to take up your cross and follow Jesus by studying scenes from his life and those of his early followers.  Each day includes a Scripture, devotional reading, and questions.  It can be used during Lent or at any time.

We are often too busy and distracted to be spiritually prepared for the challenges we face in our week.  Why not start the day well and set time aside to be still and consider what the cross means for us. Strange Kingdom is a 10-minute meditation designed to help you feel ready and hopeful for the day ahead.

What does being a disciple of Jesus entail? Join us on this 14-day journey of understanding our calling as Jesus’ disciples, the task we have been entrusted with, and the eternal reward we are reaching towards.

Many couples know their marriage has room for improvement, but it is hard to pinpoint exactly why a relationship is suffering. Often times everyday triggers are the culprit. Angry reactions sabotage our marriages. Rather than run from the things that cause conflict, like poor communication, financial clashes, exhaustion, and feeling unloved, these triggers are opportunities for growth, to renew your commitment to responding gently and biblically towards your partner.

As we enter the Easter season, we take this opportunity to powerfully reflect on the final hours of Jesus’ life leading to the cross. Experience the Walk of the Cross guided by Scripture narration and an original soundtrack.

The cross is one of the most influential images within Christianity and its significance is unending. Charles Spurgeon’s collection of messages examines the lonely anticipation of the cross, the brutality of the crucifixion, and the joy of the resurrection. His words capture the importance of the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Allow these messages to be a reminder of a loving Savior’s sacrifice for God’s human creation.

Most people think patience is passive. However, in my experience, patience is a choice that’s very active. It's something you can work on! In this reading plan, writer Paul Marc Goulet shares about this topic and how you can take your time.

This Bible Reading Plan is about the power of our anger. Cain’s sinful heart led him to murder his brother Abel. It’s no secret that our anger can lead us down some terrible paths! That’s why we should constantly be reminded of our banner passage for this Plan: “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” - James 1:19-20 (NIV) In this Bible Reading Plan, we’ll take an inward look at our own anger, and learn how to handle our anger in a way that honors God.

This week we’re focusing on ANGER! An emotion that’s swept our culture. God tells us not to let the sun go down on our anger and that anger turns us into “mockers” and fools. So, we want to be honest about our own anger and ask the Lord to heal us; transforming us into peacemakers. Let go of anger and embrace God’s promise to find wisdom and peace in Him!

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.”

Join Passion in this 7-day devotional as they take you through verses that inspired songs like “My Heart Is Yours,” “Let It Be Jesus,” and “At The Cross (Love Ran Red).”

Holy Week is an invitation to journey with Christ. As we learn to walk the way of the cross with him, may we be inspired to take up our own cross in sacrificial obedience and true humility. This week, our Lord reminds us that darkness gives way to light, and death will not have the final word!

What does it mean to deny self and take up our cross to follow Jesus? This five-day series by Rocky Fleming explores the challenges a disciple must face and the cost of following Jesus.

This Bible plan takes us through chapters 2-8 of Romans and gives us a deeper look at both these characteristics of God; His might & mercy. At the cross the same mighty God who holds the universe together also holds us in His tender embrace, offering mercy that knows no bounds (At The Cross – Robbie Parkin)

Are you exhausted? Do you sense that the world isn’t as God created it to be? Is it hard for you to find your sense of purpose? If you’re tired from transitions or if you’re in need of refreshment, this is an invitation to you. Follow along Jesus’ path to the cross and what it means for you, as you are guided through Jesus’ final days of ministry on earth.

Experience the profound Easter tradition of retracing Jesus' journey from the Last Supper to his resurrection through the Stations of the Cross. Though the number of stations may vary, the purpose remains constant: preparing hearts for the Easter celebration. Reflecting on Jesus' final moments offers insights into his priorities, guiding us to take up our own crosses and follow his example.

Everyone must really take time to meditate and reflect upon Jesus' life, His ministry, His sufferings, His final hours on the cross, His death, burial and resurrection. Because that is the gospel. Here, Sam & Mildred, FaithMuscles101 bring their thoughts and reflections on the final sayings of Jesus on the cross in a progressive 10 day plan called, 'They Could Not'. Please read and be blessed.

David Platt, Follow Him equips and empowers you to bring people to know Jesus Christ through your life. Becoming a Christian involves responding to the gracious invitation of God in Christ. As we follow Christ, He transforms our will, mind, desires, relationships, and our ultimate reason for living. Every disciple of Jesus exists to make disciples of Jesus, here and among every people group on the planet.

Enjoy these devotions relating to songs from Chris Tomlin's newest album Love Ran Red. This 7-day devotional plan will take you through scripture that inspired songs like "Waterfall", "At The Cross (Love Ran Red)", and "Jesus Loves Me".

This devotion takes inspiration from my latest single ‘What Love Looks Like’. Come on a 3 day journey with me as we look closer at what the truest act of love was - Jesus giving His life on the cross for us. -Elle Limebear

We all have perspectives. Our perspectives depend on where we are at the moment. The 7 utterances of Jesus are 7 perspectives from the angle of the cross. Each of Jesus’ words summarize the purpose of his life and its implication on our life. This is an 8-day devotional that takes you through the 7 utterances of Jesus from the cross, one utterance a day. We end on the 8th day reflecting on Easter.

There’s a lot of negativity that comes at you each day — things you have no control of. But you can take a lot of trash out of your life by reducing your trash talk when it comes to anger, lying, judging and more.

All of us are born with a problem: we all have sinned, which has separated us from a relationship with God. That’s where Jesus comes in! God gave Jesus as a gift to take away our sins—forever. Everything that was necessary to take away your sins, release you from shame and guilt, and rescue you from death has been accomplished by Jesus on the cross!

This beautifully illustrated plan with paintings from the Wiedmann Bible invites you to pray and reflect on the last hours, or Passion, of Jesus Christ. Follow the traditional Stations of the Cross during this 14-day plan. There is no love more substantial than the love of Jesus Christ for you! Take a look!

"How to Ruin Your Child in 7 Easy Steps" takes a fresh look at how the Seven Deadly Sins (wrath, greed, envy, lust, sloth, gluttony, and pride) are the root of most modern parenting problems.