Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 9:17

This 4-day devotional is from Kari Jobe, based on the song “Heal Our Land” from her new album, The Garden. 

Break free from the deception of misconstrued masculinity and discover the power, love, and self-control it takes to cry like a man.

Living in a fast-forward culture, it's easy to feel overlooked or forgotten. You hunger to be included in something greater than yourself—but sometimes, life's details take over. The good news is, through God's Word and moments alone with Him, you can rest in the comfort that the mighty and merciful heavenly Father never stops loving you and guiding your paths.

How do you bounce back when you've messed up? How do you not get stuck in the rut of failure? Scripture is filled with stories of people who God restored after they experienced failure ... David, Moses, Peter, and the prodigal son are just a few examples. Begin this 5-day devotional and learn how to bounce back from failure and steps to take to forgive yourself.

We offer a collection of parables as spoken by Jesus and recorded in the Gospels in this reading plan series. Part 1 collection is all about the righteousness of our acts.

Simple steps to becoming a new you

Many people dream of a big sponsor to help them realise their dreams. The King of Kings is looking for potential leaders and calling people who follow Him. The call doesn’t consider age, race, or gender. Yet this call still eludes many today. For those who wholeheartedly and completely voluntarily answer this call, their lives will never be the same. We see shining examples from all walks of life.

Throughout history, there’s never been a more masterful Storyteller than Jesus. He taught thousands from every walk of life during His earthly ministry, conveying life-changing truths through vivid word pictures or Parables. Whether you’re battling anxiety, struggling with a strained relationship, or simply want to know God’s Word deeply, I invite you to journey with me through five life lessons from Jesus where He answers some tough questions.

Throughout the New Testament, Jesus shows compassion toward unlikely “sinners” who expressed great faith. Whether tax collectors, Roman centurions, or Samaritan women, Jesus repeatedly shows that he came to rescue people burdened with shame. During this plan, Bible teacher and author Kat Armstrong illustrates how these stories strengthen our understanding of God’s empathy and knowledge of how all types of people express beautiful faith in Jesus.

Starting over can feel daunting, especially after a big failure or losing someone or something you love. What are you going to do about the very real obstacles that seem to make a new beginning seem impossible? This plan explores the four biggest obstacles to starting over and how Jesus equips us to overcome them with His power and strength.

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 the tenth of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  Jesus shows His disciples how to reach out to a broken world – their world.  Then He sends them out to touch it with the Kingdom truths they have learned.  

Routes to progress and success often take detours. Never is there a straight path toward either of them. And in those unscheduled stops and perceived pauses, that’s where “progress” is thwarted — I call these moments, Crushing moments. They seek to threaten and destroy our journey from what we’ve determined is our destination. But crushing moments are never truly the end. Rather, the crushing becomes the creation of something new. They reveal there is more to our lives than what we had planned.

Jesus dined in diversity but did not compromise His walk with God. He spoke with clarity, without condoning sin or condemning sinners. His example shocked the Pharisees and transformed a tax collector. Be a difference maker. Widen your impact through a deep relationship with God. This seven-day series will challenge you to step out of your comfort zone, engage with others in our diverse world, and share Christ’s love.

The presence of God has a transformational influence on our lives. It fills us with vision and confidence. It heals and redefines us. It brings purpose and promises for our future, preparing us to shape the world around us. This 7-day devotional unpacks the presence of God and encourages you to seek and encounter His presence.

Join us in praying for peace in our hearts and our nation with this 7-day reading plan featuring prayers from The One Year Pray for America Bible.

Have you ever had to ask yourself “What’s next?” When we’re in a season of transition, the unknown can be intimidating and scary. Seasons of transition are a natural segway of life. While some are unexpected, others are planned. This Bible plan will help you to navigate through this season of transition while trusting God's plan for your life.

Lots of people don't eat or give up something and call it a fast. The Bible offers insight into why Christians should fast and how. This seven-day devotional is designed to give you insight into fasting, whether you're fasting as you read it or interested in expanding your understanding of The New Fast.

Jesus used practical and creative stories to explain the kingdom of God. A short video illustrates one of Jesus’ teachings for each day of the nine-part plan.

We all know that we should read our Bible, pray, and be the church, but what if we actually started doing that? Zúme Accountability Groups are small groups of 2 to 4 people that don’t just want to be hearers of the word, but doers! If you want simple and practical “HOW TO” steps to be and do what Jesus called, commanded, and created us for then start this plan. 

What makes a mind beautiful? We can all feel captive to defeated, insecure, fearful thoughts. But when we choose to renew the landscape of our mind with the truth of our identity in Christ, we find the Holy Spirit empowers us with new hope and authority which will revolutionise our lives and break enemy lies. This plan by Beautiful Minds is for women who seek that new place of freedom.

While there is only one path to God through Jesus, there are many ways to connect with Him. Over the next 12 days, we invite you to explore which of these 12 methods resonates most deeply with you. Is it Adoration, Compassion, Conversation, Creation, Expression, Fasting, Learning, Meditation, Movement, Reformation, Remembrance, or Solitude? Join us and discover how you connect best!

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.

It’s no secret that life can leave us feeling discouraged, left behind, or caught in old cycles. Thankfully, God is the author of fresh starts. New Horizons: Discovering possibility, purpose, and potential in Christ will refresh your soul, no matter where your walk with God takes you. This simple 14-day devotional gives you new fuel to run your race, and fresh encouragement for your season. Your new horizon starts today!

Fasting is more than a physical act. When done biblically and with the proper heart posture, a fast can “fast forward” you into healing, breakthrough, deliverance, freedom, and answered prayer. Join Pastor Mike Signorelli in this 14-day reading plan and discover how to completely transform your relationship with God through prayer and fasting!

Despite the trouble that we face in our world, we can be encouraged by this promise from John in Revelation 21:5. This Bible plan will help us to stay focused on the victories and breakthroughs we are believing God for in our new year. Jesus rose from the dead and sits with God in heaven. He is ruling and reigning and outworking his great rescue plan even amid our difficulties. He is making ALL things new, even when it looks like our world is breaking down and falling apart!