Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 7:23

Independence is impossible because you’re always depending on something: water to hydrate you, food to nourish you, and God to hold all things in the world together. You were created to be dependent. You must realize that you can do absolutely nothing without Christ—you need God. If you’re open to learning what it looks like to depend on God fully, then this plan is for you!

The world tends to think that there are many ways to Heaven. In fact, it can feel like heaven is more like a destination that can be mapped out on a navigation system where you can see many routes to the destination. How should Believers think regarding this topic? We will explore ideas and reflections on heaven, in the coming days – let's get into it.

Jesus used parables to teach others, and these still speak to us today. Many parables are well known; others less so. Some bring comfort; others correction. Some are easy; others difficult. Of all parables, we hear a take-away message that sounds right & fine, but may miss the key point – likely because that teaching is so difficult. In this devotional, we take a closer look at this most difficult parable.

Many people are smiling, but hurting inside. But, I have discovered that God is doing something in everyone's life. And, He's doing something in mine too! I'm loving/praying for strangers like never before. And they are grateful. These personal stories in my life are to help you help others move one step closer to God.

God is Light, and in Him, there is no darkness at all. In front of God, everything is exposed and revealed. Most of the time, we desperately try to cover our weaknesses with good works, success, and sometimes even faking our Christian walk. We might deceive ourselves and also others, but we cannot hide anything from God. Find truth and love pursuing the Light! Maturity, growth, and satisfaction will follow.

In Revelation 20:12 ̶ 13 we learn about the people at the Great White Throne, where small and great will inevitably stand before God in the final judgment. Only the dead will take part in this judgment. Believers will also have to face judgment and appear before the judgment seat of Christ; He will then reward each person according to what he or she has done.

This 5-day reading plan unpacks golf stories along with Biblical Truth. Through a lens of faith, you'll be challenged, encouraged, and inspired as a golf fan to follow Jesus and become more like Him.

Through these powerful daily readings, discover how God redeems, heals, and transforms through the love and power of Jesus Christ. This devotional is based on the book Prodigal Heart by Christine D'Clario.

 God sent His only begotten son onto earth in the likeness of men. He was so much more than simply a "man," but what we can learn from Jesus' humanity and heart during His earthly ministry? In this study, we'll look at Philippians 2 to see how to live Godly in an ungodly world.

Jesus came to wake us up, He came to show what truly matters. Do not allow your routine or your thoughts to let your soul fall asleep: listen, wake up, get up, go outside… It's time to rise up.

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.

We are saved by God’s grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. However, if we are truly saved, our lives must be truly changed. This 5-day study will help you evaluate the evidence of your salvation and pursue greater assurance through a life of holiness.


Infinitum is a way of life centered on following Jesus by loving God and loving others through an emphasis on the habits and disciplines of surrender, generosity, and mission. We aim to see the Bible and also the world through these Jesus-colored lenses. This short series on ‘surrendered evangelism’ looks at several Bible verses for the purpose of evangelism that emphasize surrender.

Do you have questions about Christianity? Or do you wonder how to answer skeptics' questions about it? This video plan looks at common questions and objections that people have when it comes to Christianity.

One of the biggest challenges we all face is how to seek God and how to draw closer to Him. At first this may seem frustrating to us, but walking with God is one of the most beautiful experiences there is. The best thing is that we can all have that privilege. Discover what it means to walk with God. ---Sebastian Franz

Spend five days with Dr. Ramesh Richard, president of RREACH (a Global Proclamation Ministry) and professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, as he offers pastoral insights on how to find your soul passion in life. The intentional life that pursues a supreme purpose begins with passion. You may also enjoy the companion plan, “Building an Intentional Life: Start Now.”

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.

God’s promises will lead us to our heart’s desires and God’s desire for us. Let me make a case for them for the next several days and make you hungry for them. The banquet table has been set. So, dig in.

Consumed by modern-day conveniences and entertainment, we are formed by that which we behold. Yet, as Christians, we are called to be conformed to Christ, which includes rediscovering the truth, goodness, and beauty of God. This five-day devotional from Coleman Ford helps quiet the distractions and redirects your focus to the gospel message, which is full of truth, goodness, and beauty and is powerful to make you whole and flourishing.

The Bible has a lot to say about surrender. Most of us know God wants us to surrender our Sunday mornings and some of our money, but the Bible makes it clear that God wants far more. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding of what God really wants from them, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re born again and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to different values about right and wrong, and a different lifestyle to match it. This series of 5-day plans uses the 10 Commandments (following the classic Augustinian ordering) as a vehicle for an alternative, Christ-like morality and Jesus-way of living.

Who are you becoming? If you envision yourself at age 70, 80, or 100, what kind of person do you see on the horizon? Does the projection in your mind fill you with hope? Or dread? In this devotional, John Mark Comer shows us how we can be spiritually formed to become more like Jesus day by day.

Imagine waking up every morning, ready to lead with genuine confidence. You rarely feel insecure. You never pretend, perform, or act like you have it all together. You are secure and strong enough to influence others. This isn’t crazy. This is Authentic Leadership. This reading plan includes five daily devotionals based on Dan Owolabi's book "Authentic Leadership". This study will explore how to overcome chronic insecurity in leadership.

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to weird ideas and alternate beliefs about reality. This series of 5-day plans uses classic Christian Creeds as a vehicle to explain the Christian worldview compared to the world’s, and help us see reality through Jesus’s eyes.