Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 3:16

What is baptism? Should I get baptized? Why is it important? Do I have to get baptized to be a Christian? Whether you have questions about baptism or you’re simply looking for a short devotional to read before or after being baptized, this Life.Church Bible Plan is perfect for starting today. 

Part 1 of "I Am A Warrior" is for every man who desires to be a warrior for God, and to be ready to fight the battles of life with Him each day. This plan by Dr. Kim Kimberling will help you become more of the warrior God created you to be.

Our Christian values tell us success doesn’t matter. But what if it does? What if God wants us to pursue success? In this three-day Bible Plan, we explore the difference between worldly success and godly success, and how God has designed us to pursue the latter.

When the Son of God became a man, the glory of the Father was manifested on Earth. In this devotional, there are principles of life that will help you properly recognize the Son of God, see his strategy for victory, and understand your purpose. The Gospel according to Matthew is filled with spiritual riches that will help you understand the principles of life necessary for a child of God.

God’s angel announced Jesus’ birth with a testimony, and Jesus used a testimony to reassure John that He was indeed the Messiah. These events prove that testimonies are powerful. In this plan, Temi Michael-O shares how to harness the power of testimony for oneself and others.

What did Jesus know and understand about His impending death? What caused Him such anguish and made Him so despondent that He felt like He could literally die at that moment? As I’ve pondered these questions, I believe there are at least three things that Jesus knew would transpire in the next 24 hours that terrified and overwhelmed Him. Over the next three days, I want to explore these three things with you.

You want to make an impact. But making an impact feels more complicated than ever. Jesus lived the most impactful life there ever was, but it wasn’t in the way anyone expected. Jesus lived a humble life, in community with imperfect people—ultimately defeating death to give us resurrected life. The life of Jesus provides powerful insight into how we can live impactful lives. What impact can you make?

With death on the cross knocking at His door, Jesus’ final prayers were spent on unity. But why? Of everything He could have prayed for, why did Jesus make unity the priority? Based on ideas from Designed For More book, join author Lucas Ramirez to discover God’s great passion for unity, why it must become a priority for us, and the role you play in becoming the answer to Jesus’ prayer!

As Christians, we have several disciplines that are significant to living out our faith on a daily basis. These four devotions will help fathers guide their families in why these disciplines are essential to the Christian faith. We encourage you to share these at your dinner table.

It seems like everyone is searching for “work-life balance” only to find the ideal elusive and out of reach. Maybe that’s because we’re searching for the wrong thing. In this four-day plan I will propose a better, and I believe, more biblical approach for fulfilling all of our roles with excellence for the glory of God.

The four living creatures mentioned in the Bible depict the glorious characteristics of Jesus that we must possess to be effective Christians. Now, we take a look at Jesus’ humanity. As we examine the nature of man, you will learn how to exhibit the attributes that bring about efficacy in your spiritual life

It’s common to struggle as a dad. We feel the pressure, awkward silences, and constant comparison. At UNCOMMEN we believe God designed men to win as leaders, husbands, and dads. In just a few minutes each day, we’ll stretch those dad muscles and help you invest in one of the greatest callings a man can have: being a dad.

Praying the Sign of the Cross traces its origins back to the very early Christians marking a cross on their foreheads. The practice has developed over time and is now a regular practice for over a billion people around the world. Through this Bible study we will explore the practice of the prayer and also the enormity of the mystery of the Trinity and the sacrifice of our ever-loving God.

People have prayed the Rosary since the 1200’s. This Bible study will explore the scriptures reflected on during this amazing form of meditative prayer. There are four sets of ‘mysteries’ to reflect upon in the Rosary. This one is the ‘Mysteries of Light’ as they focus on Jesus as the Light of the World.

Have you ever considered that God’s missional plan for you most likely sits in your everyday life, which includes the many hours spent at work? Only a small percentage of Christians are called to full time church ministry but we are all instructed to ‘go and make disciples’. Wherever God has positioned you, this is where you are called to influence. You may ask, “Who am I to influence?” and “How do I do this in practice?” Let’s explore these questions together over the next 5 days.

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 eleventh part "The Living Word." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

John the Baptist told people that the Messiah, Jesus, was coming. He told them to be ready! The same message is true for us today. Jesus will come again, and we too need to be ready.

Are you burned out on the message of "hustle harder" and eager to find a new rhythm for life? If you are exhausted and ready to exchange busy for obedience, and fear of missing out for spiritual maturity, this is for you. Obedience over hustle is about partnering with God and surrendering the heart bent on striving.

Congratulations on your salvation! When you accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, your new life began, but what is that supposed to look like? That is a great question! We plan to answer that, plus more, in this 5-day devotional. In this reading plan, you will discover what it takes to live that new life.

Learn how to -rely on the power of the Holy Spirit just as Jesus did; -respond to God’s voice in decisions big and small;-raise our expectations for how God’s power can work through us; and break free of addictions, habits, and destructive thoughts that hold us back.

Baptism is the seventh in a series of studies that help you establish a strong biblical foundation as a follower of Jesus. In this plan, we look at what the Bible says about the meaning of baptism and when you should be baptized. This plan is particularly for followers of Jesus who have not yet been baptized.

God has called us to be greater, despite the shaking going on around us. For us to be all we're called to be, there are certain things we must know and do.

Child dedication—“Why do we do it?” “When do we do it?” “Should we even be doing this at all?” In this five-day Bible Plan, we’ll take a closer look at child dedication for what it truly is—the beginning of lifelong discipleship. And the good news is, you’re not on this journey alone!

Thinking about being baptized? Let us look together at the baptism of Jesus and why this was such an important step, not only for His life but ours also. We'll look at the reason and role of baptism and why it is still very much a part of every Christian's faith journey.

Jesus of Nazareth stands at the center of the gospel. Without the person and work of Christ, there is no salvation for sinful people like us. But what did Jesus need to do to save us from condemnation and reconcile us to God? This 5-day study examines key events in Christ’s earthly life, showing that Jesus has accomplished everything we need for redemption and eternal life.