Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 13:31

Reflecting on the legacy we leave for our children, we are challenged to prepare our hearts as fertile soils, to care for the seed of the Word, and to leave a lasting spiritual impact for the next generations. May the grace of God guide us on this journey of faith and learning.

As a writer, mother, and growth-minded individual, I am always looking for opportunities to learn. In the Bible, Jesus taught his followers using parables—simple stories to illustrate spiritual lessons. He is still doing this for me today. When I recently watched Star Wars with my family, the Holy Spirit highlighted it's parallels with His Word. Join me as we unpack the Jedi ways that point us to Jesus.

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.

This reading plan takes readers through the biblical principles of faith—how faith is established, how we grow it, and how developing our faith in God empowers us to fight our fear. Be encouraged—there is no more worthy subject of your trust than the all-powerful God!

In Northern Africa and the Middle East, history blends with the modern world. Though this region of the world is culturally rich, many of its people have never heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. But, the church is engaged in a captivating resurgence. In this reading plan, learn more about these people, who are loved by God, and pray Scripture over them.

Jesus perfected the art of telling parables-short stories with a surprising twist & an explosive message about truth, the human heart & the kingdom of heaven. Every parable holds up a mirror that reveals the human heart & invites everyone to welcome Jesus' kingdom. This devotional plan will help you see the parables in a new light, experiencing, for the first time, their ability to draw people into Jesus' grace.

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.

Observe the season of Lent and springtime by exploring the little mysteries of the parables, the stories Jesus used when He was teaching. Discover contemplation through this five-day reading plan.

Sean Curran presents a 5-day devotional plan based on his album, 'Basic Faith'. Join Sean Curran as he shares the meaning and verses behind his record.

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 15 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. Jesus finishes the section on the parables—lots of key Kingdom truths. Then we see Jesus' response to being misunderstood and to having spiritual strength in such times. 

This six day devotional is geared towards helping you to engage with scripture in quiet reflection. This series offers a guided experience that is broken up in four parts: prepare, read, reflect, breathe. These can be used in facilitating group/family engagement or for your personal time of devotion. We would like to invite you to engage with this written meditation and the accompanying audio.

What do the feasts of the Bible reveal about our place in today’s tired world? In short, everything. When your heart needs encouragement, these celebrations remind you why, where, and how you can find security, unity, and hope. This 6-day plan illuminates how you can reciprocate God’s initiating kindness and how you can live knowing God’s table is spread before you.

If you’re a fan of women's sports, then you can’t miss this reading plan from Museum of the Bible! Learn about the Bible’s role in the lives and careers of some of the greatest female athletes and coaches. From coaching legends such as Kay Yow and Sherri Coale to Olympic gold medalists such as Serena Williams, Missy Franklin, Jean Driscoll, and the 2016 U.S. Gymnastics Team, Museum of the Bible’s seven-day reading plan shares the Bible verses that inspired them to victory and consoled them in defeat.

It takes faith to pray. Faith is the foundation on which we build our knowledge of the reality of God. Great prayer reveals great faith, and great faith releases great prayers. Join me in learning more about prayer, it's meaning, and it's importance. I look forward to going on this journey with you! -Tauren Wells

Advent takes us up to Christmas, but what comes next? The decorations come down, the house is empty, and we're left looking for hope in a new year. These reflections remind us that our hope for change isn't in the clock striking midnight, but Christ's presence in our everyday lives.

Description: What do Jesus’s teachings and miracles say about His love and care for us and His plans for us? In Jesus Among Us, you will come to better understand how you can be transformed by the words and works of Jesus as you grow in your trust in Him, giving you hope and enabling you to bear fruit for His kingdom.

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.

If you’re a US college basketball fan, then you can’t miss this reading plan from Museum of the Bible! Learn about the Bible’s role in the lives of some of the sport's most well-known athletes and coaches. From historic greats like John Wooden and Kay Yow to recent stars like Stephen Curry, Buddy Hield, and Sherri Coale, Museum of the Bible’s reading plan shares the Bible verses that lifted them to their greatest moments and saw them through some of their most difficult challenges. The plan includes 10 stories that highlight the role of the Bible in college basketball.

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. 

Ten years ago, Lance Lang was a hopeless addict, willing to use anyone or anything, just so he could use. But God intervened and Lance began a miraculous journey to rehab, recovery, and restoration. In Ten Years Sober, Lance tells his story, while also imparting spiritual lessons he's learned along the way. Check out this ten day reading plan to find the steps you can take to reclaim your hope.

Throughout His ministry on earth, Jesus frequently told parables to illustrate profound, divine truths. This devotional doesn’t seek to offer a finished portrait of Christ’s teachings but rather invites you to join the people who walked with Him, the God in Sandals. This 10-day devotional will help you delve into the deep mysteries of the Kingdom of God, focusing on the parables in Matthew 13.—Christopher Shaw

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Plants and vines, water and soil—so many analogies used in God’s Word surround gardening and farming practices, presenting parallels for our life and heart. Come join Robin as she shares some of her thoughts from the combining of two of her greatest passions—gardening and the Bible.

This 14-day devotional by Pablo de Borja is written out of his 36 plus years as a lawyer and his burning urge, relentless and tenacious desire, to share the WORD with regularity and constancy in ways showing that it is alive, exists and subsists to be lived. The WORD, as it is pertinent to, and connected with, everyday life is the crux of the sharing and so shall it continue to be such.

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.