Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 10:40

What if there’s a simple way of living, a way of “practicing” our life, that inexorably draws us closer to Jesus’ gravitational pull—close enough that we can no longer escape his orbit? What if we replace the 543 “must-do’s” of the Christian life with only one thing? What if our interest and curiosity is funneled into a “nothing but Jesus” kind of life? (Taken from the book The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence, a companion to the Jesus-Centered Bible—jesuscenteredbible.com.)

When the magnitude of Jesus' love expressed on the cross has sunk deep in our hearts, how could thanksgiving not be embedded into our very nature? Thanksgiving is more than a season or holiday; it is a posture of heart. In this devotional, you will grasp the beauty of beholding the Lord and learn how to offer Him praise amid seasons of beauty and brokenness.

Hypocrisy happens when a Christian professes to love and follow Jesus, yet their actions reveal something entirely different. We’re all vulnerable to hypocrisy. But how can we avoid it and instead live as God calls us to live – with a real, loving, sacrificial faith? Join Bible teacher Berni Dymet from Christianityworks to explore how you can live an authentic life that’s filled with God’s love and grace.

A 3-day devotional by Danielle Apicella journeying through the importance of trusting in God’s plan for your life. She discusses the fight against anxiety and fear, and choosing to walk forward in your purpose.

If you’ve ever felt bad about having a Martha episode, I have good news for you! God loves His Doers! We are His good idea. Wanting the best for us, God wants our doing to flow from a mindset of rest in His desire and ability to empower and replenish us. Doing God’s way advantages and anchors us. Beloved Doer, It’s Okay To Rest In God!

We often struggle setting boundaries for our emotional health. We might perceive them as too mean, too aggressive, or not living like Jesus. Yet Jesus practiced boundaries in his time on Earth. In this 3-Day Bible Plan, we’ll explore what loving boundaries look like through the lens of Jesus, so we can set loving boundaries as well.

If the thought of saying No disturbs you, this plan is for you! Saying No to a request does not necessarily mean rejection of the requestor or relationship. Choose empowerment as Dr. Foster reveals Jesus’ example in saying No in purposeful and loving ways. You can say No in ways that preserve relationship. Know your priorities, protect your purpose, and speak from a place of love and peace.

Are you a goal-oriented person? Take a step back from the need to/have to/want to, and remember that Jesus is all you need.

Has life become so busy that we have become a habit of routine that we often wonder what our purpose is? This devotional is to help people learn to be present in their own lives! As we bring balance into living and focus on what matters most, we can live life to the fullest as God intended!

When God’s people fall and need a helping hand, our Saviour is quick to respond and set them on their feet again. A word of encouragement, a moments time, and a heart of love and compassion are the key ingredients for a healing balm. We are called to be faithful, not judgemental. Let us be merciful, for we too have received mercy.

This series focuses on building three types of community: between you and God, between you and self, and you and others. We will focus initially on the first Christian community found in Acts 2:42-47 which showcases the purity of devotion each believer had to God and each other. As their community grew stronger, so did their faith as God added to their number day by day.

In this eye-opening and empowering three-day devotional, you will learn how Jesus is the Author of all beauty, how He demonstrated it in His own life, and what you can do to experience the amazing benefits that come from becoming more aware of His beauty. Take time to sit at His feet, be captivated by His beauty, and receive His remedy for a discouraged soul!

Jesus, when speaking about the work of Mary of Bethany, said that «wherever the gospel is preached in the entire world, what this woman has done will also be told in memory of her» (Mark 14:9). Therefore, Mary of Bethany is a character worthy of study and imitation, because she shows us the fruits of sitting at the feet of our Lord and Savior: Jesus.

Discover three essential strategies to safeguard your spiritual journey and prevent a spiritual relapse. Through engaging teachings and reflections rooted in Scripture, explore the significance of putting on the armor of God, prioritizing intimacy with Jesus, and fixing your eyes unwaveringly on Him. Strengthen your faith, deepen your relationship with Christ, and navigate life's challenges with confidence in God's protection and guidance.

The average schedule today is mind-blowing. Days are planned out to the minute, often months in advance, reminders are constantly notifying us of the next engagement that requires attention, and before we know it our lives fly by in a constant state of reaction. Scripture suggests that having margin in our life the holy interruptions that surface are much-needed reprieves in a world of chaos.

In a world that constantly fights for our attention, or more-so for our allegiance, we constantly have to choose Jesus. Inspired by Ben Fuller’s song “If I Got Jesus”, we dive into 3 very real stories where people in scripture recognized that the Lord was all they needed.

In a world quick to judge, we'll explore the power of our words and the importance of listening to God. Join us as we embark on this journey of transformation, seeking to become more like Christ in our interactions. Let's commit to letting the Holy Spirit guide our words and listening, so we can be a true reflection of God's love and wisdom in the world.

This reading plan helps you identify and overcome the excuses that hinder your spiritual growth and extinguish your fire for God. Learn how to confront and eliminate excuses, reigniting your passion and commitment to living fully for Christ.

The story of Martha and Mary holds important lessons for men and women of all walks of life about God’s design for balance. This 4-day plan will help you envision a life that’s balanced through faith.

In this two-part reading plan, Dr. Kim takes everyday ‘traffic signs’ that we all encounter and applies them to growing your marriage relationship.

Jesus said “no” all the time. In this four day series, we will take a look at four different times in which Jesus said “no,” try to understand why He said “no,” and unpack lessons we can glean as we fight the temptation to constantly say “yes” to the incessant demands on our time.

'Sandy Tales' uses sand art to creatively retell Bible stories. The tales open a small window into the reality of God. The stories are filled with hope, comfort, life and portray how God wants to personally connect with us. This reading plan introduces you to Martha and Mary. A visit from Jesus causes a lot of emotions between the two sisters. How will Jesus respond? And how would you?

As much as we hate to admit it, we love to be busy. But is our busyness drawing us closer to what matters most? Or is it just a distraction from God’s calling for our lives? In this 4-day Bible Plan, we’ll explore questions to ask yourself about busyness, so you can reclaim what matters most in your life.

Spend 4 days realigning your perspective with what the Bible has to say. Engage with different stories and how the people of the Bible kept a Godly perspective to move forward in their lives in victory.

It can be tempting to take things into our own hands and settle for relationships that are less than God’s best. The single season doesn’t have to be a time of emptiness and fear, but a fulfilling one as we embrace our relationship with God. This plan will help you learn how to embrace your single season with boldness as you embrace your relationship with God.