Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:43

We are going to look at another gift inside of grace by looking at what Jesus says about love and hate. Jesus says to love your neighbor, but to also love your enemies. This plan will take you through what Jesus says about forgiveness, and how, as children of God, we can choose to love and forgive those who have wounded us.

One of the keys to living the Christian walk is to learn how to forgive others. We expect God to forgive us, yet how do we learn to forgive those who have wounded us? Walk with me on this 3-day journey to discover the only spiritual magic eraser that works!

What can MLK’s legacy teach us about faith? This 3-day app-only Reading Plan explores how God’s perfect peace, justice, and love influenced Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—and how it can influence us too.

We are in a battle, and it isn't against flesh and blood. As Christians, we have an enemy and that enemy is Satan. But how can we experience victory if we don't know who we are facing? You can't fight something you don't understand. This 3 Day devotion explores Satan's nature, fall from grace, deceptive strategies, and, ultimately, how prayer and love can counter him.

This plan will take you on a Biblical journey exploring the truth about Jesus being Perfect!

The song “Christ For Everyone” is about the depth and width of God’s Love for everyone, you and me included! Let’s take a look at Scripture together to learn more about this Truth. -Chris Ekiss

Would you agree that a godly relationship is rare? We often hear about the need for our romantic relationships to be godly, but have you ever thought about whether or not all of your relationships are godly? As Christ followers, we're called to walk in His example. This week, we will explore some relationships that don't get enough attention, and how to strive for godliness in each of them.

Discover the transformative power of love in this devotional, emphasizing that our love for others shouldn't be contingent on their treatment of us. Be inspired to LOVE HARDER, mirroring the unwavering, profound love Jesus showers upon us, even when our love falters.

When someone takes a shot at you, it’s instinct to fire back – in the line-up and in life. Jesus’ teaching to “love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you” is completely counter-cultural, but… is it also the way to gain God’s favour? Join Christian Surfers’ communications manager, Cyle Myers to discover how you can love your enemy… and the unexpected blessings that flow from that decision.

Offenses are one of Satan’s weapons to create in you arguments of destruction that fill you with hate, bitterness, and resentment, blocking you from receiving the overabundant blessings that God has already decreed for you. That's why, in this reading plan, we want to show you the weapon with which you can be free: “forgiveness.” God wants you to have a healed heart!

We need spiritual roots because we are to be rooted and grounded in Christ. But how do we get there? These four encouraging keys from Scripture will help you take the practical steps God prescribes that will produce deep spiritual roots in us.

How easy is seeing the good in another, especially when anger clouds our judgment? Stopping and exercising empathy to understand someone else's story is an act of will. It is recognizing that God loves us all equally and that his love is not exclusive to a few.

Ask any Jew what the difference is between Judaism and Christianity, and he will say one word: Jesus. In this 5-day devotional, Rabbi Kirt A. Schneider unpacks why understanding the person of Jesus is instrumental in bridging the gap between Judaism and Christianity.

You may not be called to preach. But you are called to pray. In this 5-day devotional, Mike Bickle guides you through foundational truths about prayer: why God ordained it, how we grow in it, what it accomplishes, and more.

In the Trust Fall series, Pastor Gregg Matte takes us on a passage-by-passage journey through the Second Epistle of the Apostle Peter. The purpose of this series is to show us that we can fall back with confidence into our God’s safe arms. In this second reading plan of the series we learn that God has already given us all that we need for life and godliness through Christ. 2 Peter 1:3-4.

If we want to share Jesus with others, we’ve got to live like Him, love like Him, and listen like Him. In this 5-day Plan, we’ll take a closer look at the life of Jesus to discover how we should live our lives.

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

Forgiveness is an emotionally sensitive subject to discuss in Church because many people come from places of horrendous abuse. They feel that what has been done to them is unforgivable. Forgiveness is also an often-misunderstood subject. However, one can forgive and be free from vengeance and anger that comes with unforgiveness. This devotional teaches Christians how to forgive and how to walk in freedom that comes from God’s love.

Search for #RelationshipGoals on social media, and you’ll find seemingly perfect images of couples in love. But what if the vision of relationship that our society is selling is a mirage? Pastor Michael Todd has written Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex about having relationship goals that come from God and align with who He has made us to be.

When you’ve been sinned against, it hurts. And you might be tempted to hurt back. This reading plan touches on the common responses to being sinned against and then shows you God’s way.

A Resilient Life is a 5-day devotional by Chris Mendez, pastor of Hillsong Latin America. This devotional is designed to give you hope in the middle of challenging and difficult times.

Bible memorization can transform our lives. The words of the Bible enable us to live out God’s compassion, justice, and mercy. Those who memorize passages from the Bible find greater assurance of God’s love and a deeper understanding of how to follow Jesus. The Bible helps us live like Jesus. Join Michael Frost and Graham Joseph Hill on a five-day journey of diving into God’s Word.

Christian persecution is one of the biggest human rights issues happening in our time. Today, over 260 million Christians are living in places where they experience high levels of persecution. We can learn great things from those who boldly witness for Christ, no matter the cost.

Toni Nieuwhof is a former divorce lawyer and pastor’s wife who wants to help couples find joy in each other again, even after the lowest lows. She asks, do you wonder if you’re done with your marriage? If you’re seeking one more chance, hoping against all hope that your relationship can be turned around, these devotionals are for you.

As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it’s important to reflect on the messages, guidance, and godly wisdom he left behind. Dr. King relentlessly pursued his dream of standing for racial equality, love, and justice for all. With this 5-Day plan, be empowered to remember his legacy and live out biblical truth as Christian coaches and athletes.