Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 9:25

When we endure seasons of trials and tribulations, oftentimes we feel overlooked and forgotten. But it’s in our low place, our point of pain and suffering, where God develops our character, molds us for greater, and prepares us for our next dimension. He never promised that carrying our own cross would be easy, but as our faith is tested He’s faithful to show up in our sufferin

We know that the world and culture we live in offer competing claims against God’s direction and intention for his people. Which will we trust and choose to follow after? For this series, we are going to look at three invitations from Jesus on what God promises us in terms of purpose and fulfillment, and in all three, He beckons us to come to Him and experience life.

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 thirteenth part "The Miracles of Jesus." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

What is a wise and Godly attitude to money? This short series of market place videos considers God’s view of, and purpose for - money. Based on the book ‘Monday Memos’ by Mark Bilton

This study will present the scriptural overview of the elements of a successful life from an eternal perspective recognizing that there are differences between success as the world defines it and how we might see it with an eternal perspective using scripture as our guide.

In this four-day devotional plan, Dr. LaDonna C. Osborn explains how to have a lifestyle of peace. Discussing the guarantee, message, and meaning of peace, she challenges us to put aside negative attitudes and limiting beliefs. Instead, focus on Jesus, the Prince of Peace, who is present with us each day as we follow the way of peace.

In 1976, Steve Musick died temporarily and went to heaven, where he met and spoke with Jesus. Now he shows us how to help bring a little bit of heaven to earth, wherever we are.

The Practice of the Presence of God, by Brother Lawrence, is one of the treasures of Christian devotional writing. It’s a collection of notes, letters, and interviews that show us how to develop a conversational relationship with God right in the middle of our ordinary life.  This plan teaches us to integrate our work and faith, to chip away at that old barrier between sacred and secular.

Fear is something almost all of us will battle during our lifetime, trying to paralyze you from truly living life. This devotional will lead you through five choices that will strengthen you and help you be victorious over fear. I've faced fear, and if I can overcome it, I know that you can too. Thank you for joining me on this road of living a FearLess life.

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 Miracles of Jesus." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Elisabeth Elliot was one of the most influential women in modern church history. She wrote dozens of books, hosted a long-running radio show, and spoke at conferences all over the world. In this five-day plan, we’ll look at excerpts from the new authorized biography, "Becoming Elisabeth Elliot," by Ellen Vaughn. Each day we’ll feature words from Elisabeth’s private, unpublished journals that will encourage, inspire, and challenge your own faith journey.

This 5-day study explores the single most central aspect of Christianity: Jesus Christ and His death on the cross. Through a careful examination of Scripture, you'll learn the many reasons Christ was destined for the cross. Understanding the truth behind the cross and the magnitude of His sacrifice provides a new way of living in a hurting world.

Jack Hayford is rightly known as a “pastor of pastors.” He is the author of over 50 books, the writer of 600 hymns and choruses (including the internationally popular “Majesty”), and a pentecostal leader committed to building bridges while maintaining the integrity of the gospel. In this reading plan, you'll get an inside look at how scripture, The Spirit, and his life shaped and prepared him to lead a movement.

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this timely message. Whatsoever you do—choose to give thanks. Whatsoever you do in word or in deed—give thanks. Let the Light of Christ shine in every aspect of your life. Let His Light shine through your Character. Let the Light of Christ shine in your conduct. Let His Light shine upon every area of your heart as you read this powerful message.

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.

Our world is full of uncertainty and fear. But whatever challenges life may bring, we can be encouraged that nothing can separate us from God's love. Based on the book, Big Trouble Ahead, this devotional will equip you with a plan for countering the chaos that's trying to rob you of your stability in Christ and bring renewed courage, rooted in God's presence, goodness, and his message of unchanging hope.

This reading plan includes five daily devotions based on Jonathan Murphy’s book Authentic Influencer: The Barnabas Way of Shaping Lives for Jesus. Through this study, you will learn from a remarkable man of God, nicknamed Barnabas, and his heart for influencing people to take God’s vision forward. As you walk with Barnabas, you will learn to shape the world for Jesus Christ—one life at a time.

Luke 9:51-62 teaches us that we can outright decline to follow Jesus, or we can allow ourselves to be distracted from following Jesus, or more importantly, we can be determined to follow Jesus.

Are you feeling tired or anxious today? This 5-day devotional reminds us that sitting at the feet of Jesus gives us the energy and focus we need to move forward in hope. Sitting at Jesus’ feet is not just about listening for His Word. It’s about worshipping Him. It’s about talking with Him. It’s about believing that He will give us boldness and courage to follow His call.

Acts has an implied question: To whom are you loyal? King Jesus or the powers that be? This 5-day plan continues a journey through the book of Acts, the Bible’s gripping sequel of Jesus at work in the life of his followers as he expands his kingdom to the ends of the earth. It’s a journey on what it means to be a Christian. It’s a story in which you have a role to play.

Did you know that the Word of God works when you work it? Internalizing and applying God’s Word is a crucial component of the spiritual growth process. This devotion offers five spiritual practices that help cultivate your faith walk, open your heart to the Holy Spirit’s leading, and align your thoughts and speech to God’s vision for your life. Affirm the Word and the vision God’s placed on your heart!

Near the end of his life, John was the last of the living apostles and wrote a story about Jesus. It’s his testimony of who Jesus is, what he said, what he did, and who he claimed to be. Jesus has a story. He invites us to make it our story. When we make Jesus’s story our story, we have life in his name. This plan focuses on the first eight verses of John 12. It is part of an ongoing series through John.

When thinking about missions, questions that flood our minds include: “Do I have what it takes?” “Am I qualified?” “Am I called?”. While thinking ahead is good, it is important to meditate on the Word of God day and night, as we ask these questions. This devotional is a 6-day exploration for those asking the question, “Should I go into cross-cultural missions?”.

Missionaries, pastors, and the average Christian will encounter suffering in their lives and the lives of those they love and serve. This devotion is designed to look at real-life stories illustrating how God uses suffering to teach, guide and mold us to be more like Jesus. By God’s grace, we can glorify God as we embrace suffering in our lives, knowing that Jesus willingly laid down His life for us.

God wants us to grow into the transformed men and women He created us to be. As we draw closer to Him, read Scripture, and develop a Christ-centered community, we position ourselves for optimal growth and freedom. This Bible reading plan, written and presented by Jessica Brodie and edited by Karen Greer, LaShawn Montoya, and Shelley Brooks, helps readers actively grow in Christ.