Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 20:21

We live in a world that categorizes people. And if we’re honest, we have this inner desire to be associated with the winners, the successful, the up and coming. How do we reconcile this with who Christ calls us to be? In this 4-day reading plan, Pete Briscoe shares what the bible says about treating people differently based on how you “categorize” them and asks you to examine your heart.

You’re a team leader, a manager, a volunteer leader at your church or some other organization. Your commitment to be a better leader has everything to do with other’s expectation of you. But what if you don’t own a single title that demands respect? What if your title went away? Would you lead anyway?

Journey with Uncommen as we consider the purpose of marriage, how we can better serve each other as husband and wife, the mysterious role marriages play, and why Jesus is our ultimate hope. We hope you’ll learn how to live as one.

Sharing your love, faith, and friendship is a key part of staying alive and vibrant in Christ. This plan encourages you to better support those dear to you while drawing nearer to God. You’ll discover eternal truths about God’s goodness and design while learning to use your own unique gifts to share with others the beauty of a life redeemed by Christ.

What beliefs make up the foundation of the Christian faith? How do these beliefs shape and transform people's lives? In this five-day devotional, we'll explore what our role and purpose as Christians is in the world, what God's will and plan is for your life, what the Great Commission means for us, and how we individually and collectively accomplish this mission!

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers. This is 20 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  In this portion, Jesus prepares His disciples and followers for the challenges facing them in Jerusalem. It starts with the King cleaning His own house!

God has given every individual the power to dream and the power to do - to make grand plans and take small steps. Over seven days be inspired to employ faith and wisdom as you consider your potential in God for the future.

We as a church are unfortunately known for our judgements. We continuously judge ourselves and others. Why does this happen? We've been called to proclaim Jesus to the world! That is what we should fix our gaze on because the world needs Jesus -- maybe more now than ever. But how do you stop judging people? That's what this reading plan is about.

Black women of faith are leaders in every area of society, and we want to lead well. What does that look like? Now is the time for integrating wellness principles and practices into our leadership. Join me in gleaning from the transformative dialogue Jesus had with the unnamed woman at the well—and gleaning from her leadership after the biblical story ends.

The Chosen and BibleProject designed this plan to help individuals and groups reflect on the surprising identity of Jesus and the nature of the Kingdom of God, as presented in the gospels. This six-day plan incorporates clips from Season 4 of The Chosen, BibleProject animated videos, summaries, reflection questions, and Scripture readings. Explore how different people responded to Jesus, whether with offense, doubt, or trust.

The key to finding success in life or a meaningful career isn't about who you know, but how you serve. That is how you can truly make a difference in the world—one person at a time. In this devotional, you will learn how you can change the world by: making yourself available instead of visible, giving instead of taking and losing yourself instead of finding yourself.

God is moving in unbelievable ways around the world, and He's inviting you to join Him. Here is a trail guide for your heart and mind as you walk that path. Do less harm and more good. Avoid common mistakes and play your part in God's global story.

These days, it is commonly believed that all religions are more or less the same. The idea of a unique Saviour is not popular. Yet the Bible teaches that Jesus is unique. There has never been anyone like him. How can this be? How is he different from all others.? In this stirring Bible Plan, Australian author and teacher Dr Barry Chant explores eight ways in which Jesus is unique.

This reading plan explores the first Gospel. This Gospel explains that Jesus was the king of Jews that brought the kingdom of heaven, even though Jesus didn't arrive in the way people expected.

In this 15-day devotional study, we'll explore the unshakable truth that brings peace: Jesus is King, and His reign transcends all earthly powers. Discover how the kingdom of God embodies hope, unity, and humility.

The Christmas story isn’t about presents, decorations, or the holiday hustle; it’s a story of love, hope, redemption, and relationship. In this devotional, we'll explore the entire story of Jesus' birth, going all the way back to the Garden of Eden, as we focus on the simply beauty and life-changing power of God's plan of salvation.

The "Pure Jesus" plan is a collection of reflections on Jesus as our freedom and forgiver (justification), our fullness and fulfiller (sanctification) and our friend and family (community on mission). The deeper we experience his transformation, the more our lives will reflect a pure image of our Savior.

Favor is simply God's supernatural provision that enables us to live beyond our natural abilities. It is available to everyone, and it comes by grace. Learn how to pursue God's favor over the next 21 days, and ready yourself for an outpouring of favor that will accelerate your kingdom assignment!

More than a name, Emmanuel is a declaration of heaven meeting Earth: God with us in despair, struggle, and brokenness. At Christmas, God came to redeem people in need of a Savior and light the darkness with His love. As we remember and celebrate His coming, HOPE International—a global nonprofit accelerating the end of poverty—explores how Jesus’ followers can bring His holy, healing presence into a broken world.

This plan will guide you in reading the Gospel of Matthew and hear what God is speaking to you personally. We are looking forward to read and hear this together with our church.  

What makes a good leader? God cares about character, not skill sets. When God was picking someone to lead His people, He had to remind them, ".. man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7). Who you are is more important than what you do. In this study, you'll learn that leading your group well starts by preparing your heart.

Matthew’s Gospel opens the New Testament by brilliantly introducing the culmination of the entire Old Testament story. After thousands of years and dozens of generations, Jesus had come “to save his people from their sins” (Mathew 1:21). Matthew focuses on Jesus as King of Kings, who had come to reign on the throne of David forever.

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.”

This reading plan is part of a series that will take you through the entire New Testament in a year. Each month's plan covers a specific book or books. December focuses on Matthew. The plan is designed to be used with a small group of friends. Read the daily passage first, reflect on one or all of the questions, and try the engagement practice.