Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 16:25

This reading plan by Dr. Tony Evans will give you a deeper look at three commands issued by Jesus that will assist you in entering a season of rest in your life.

Maybe God isn’t who you think He is. Maybe He’s much better. This devotional will help identify some Christian clichés we’ve all heard that are actually unbiblical lies. These clichés may seem innocent, but are harmful to our faith and keep far too many believers stuck in spiritual immaturity. Learn to encounter these lies with the truths about God in the Bible, to bring encouragement and freedom to our lives.

Being a Christian… what does that mean? Jesus came to establish a relationship with us, not a religion or an institution. In this second part of the Follow series, we will focus on the idea that Jesus came to make a relationship with our Creator possible. Many people quit religion because it is based on performance. However, the relationship Jesus wants with us is based on His love for us.

Being a Christian… what does that mean? Jesus did not come to establish a religion or an institution. He came to establish a relationship. In this first devotional from the Follow series, we will focus on the idea that Jesus came to make a relationship with our Creator possible. Jesus did something amazing and He invites us to follow Him so we can have an abundant life on this earth.

If you ever wonder what it means to really follow Jesus, you’re not alone. We tend to make this harder than it is. In this short Plan, we will learn how Jesus calls us to follow Him, and His heart behind making such a bold request.

We live in a society that is in love with itself. We are immensely focused on ourselves, and this is making us unhappy and unfulfilled. Why? Because we were not created for ourselves, but to give glory to God! Discover that you have been chosen for a purpose, become aware of it, and start living according to the good pleasure of God’s will. You will never be the same!

What does it mean to be a Godly influencer? We live in a society where performance and optics are more valuable than character and depth. Thankfully, God called, qualified, and justified us without us having to perform for Him. Join MCWEN Founder Andrena Sawyer in a 3-day study designed for those who would like to be free from the performance trap to make a genuine Christ-centered impact in the world.

The Gospel of Luke tells us that some shepherds were guarding their flocks at night when an angel of the Lord appeared unto them, and the Lord’s glory shone upon them. After the angel spoke to them, a great assembly of heavenly hosts praised God along with him. What a vision, what a tremendous glimpse of heavenly apparitions and glory!

Though we live in a fast-paced, success-driven culture, we recognize the detrimental effects of burnout caused by the constant need to be productive. God sets the primary example of resting from work at the beginning of Genesis and then provides the Sabbath for his people. We seek rest in order to maintain a healthy relationship with our own self, with others, and with our work.

Jesus asks a lot from his followers. He asks for commitment and He sets the bar high. In this plan, you will work with this theme in a few days. What does the Bible say? What does Jesus say and how can you practise this?

This devotional plan, and the song of the same title, are written to help people overcome obstacles, grief, and uncertainty by understanding that God has a Perfect Plan for their lives. Draw near to God, so His Path can be clear to you.

Are you willing to fully trust God, even if it meant giving up your most prized possessions? Through the story of Abraham, we’ll explore the blessings that come with surrendering everything to God and trusting in His provision – and how the results of our obedience are far greater than anything we could hold onto. Get started today!

Learn about God's plan for purpose, unity, and love for His people with this powerful 3-Day devotional from worship artist and songwriter, TEMITOPE.

God wants us to share his redemption invitation with others. Still, many people find it difficult to know what to say, especially when the invitation comes with social baggage and difficult realities about ourselves. This plan will help you understand the true meaning of Jesus’s invitation to follow him. You will also learn the most practical way to spread the Good News through conversation.

Being a Christian… what does that mean? Jesus came to establish a relationship with us, not a religion or an institution. In this third devotional from the Follow series, we will conclude that Jesus came to earth to make a relationship with our Creator possible. We have the opportunity to know the one true God and to live our lives in light of this connection that we have with Him.

Is your church dying from Covid-19? It's ok, our God specializes in bringing new life out of death. What if while we can't go to church, we became a church that goes? Go! Live! Do you want to follow Jesus?

Are you sold out for Jesus? Is He your One Thing? Is He your greatest treasure and your closest friend? If not, what's stopping you from inhabiting that place of total surrender? Over the next 4 days we invite you to ignite your passion and make Jesus that One Thing in your life!

Jesus has called us to be That Church, the salt and light of the world. That Church who are a beacon of hope in our communities, and who love people even when it's inconvenient. Come with us in this 4 day devotional and see how That Church- empowered by the Holy Spirit, can make a Kingdom difference to the world around us.

We are usually impressed by inspirational stories of dramatic, overnight transformation, but living as a disciple of Jesus is a long game. We are all broken people. No one has arrived. We’re all in recovery! This four-day study will help you break the sin-repent cycle so you can truly experience the transformation God has promised us through salvation.

Life & Death. You may encounter them both daily, you might even say they are a part of this life. Jesus, though, is the "prince of life": He died and rose again from the dead; He has the final word. Life and death come together in Jesus in a special way. What does that mean for you as a disciple of Jesus? What do you live for? And what would you give your life for?

As a follower of Jesus, we know that surrendering control of each area of our lives is necessary to become like Jesus. But this doesn’t mean that taking up our cross daily and following Him is easy. In this reading plan, we will consider a reliable pattern for how spiritual formation into the image of Christ actually happens.

How do you still love the church when one is betrayed, hurt or even abused by someone in the church? This plan seeks to hold this pain and tension with biblical wisdom for healing and freedom whilst knowing that the gates of hell will not prevail against it.

God does all the heavy lifting in our relationship with Him. He sent Jesus to save us. He gives us the faith to believe. He gives us the ability and desire to obey, but He doesn't make us do anything. To experience God, we must choose Jesus. When we do, God saves us, sets us apart, helps us grow, and rewards our surrender with an inheritance that never fades.

In today’s society, it is easier to play the victim than to claim the victory we’ve been promised through Christ’s sacrifice during our struggles, grievances, and sufferings. Throughout this 4-day journey, you will not only learn how to identify the clear signs that you’re succumbing to a victim mentality, but you will also gain practical guidance to securing a “more-than-a-conqueror mindset.”

The arrival of Jesus for the first time was exciting and is the reason for the season. He will return unexpectedly and suddenly; when He does, an eternal adventure awaits all who belong to the Lord.