Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Mark 8:1

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.

Jesus’s life and words are beautifully clear: how you treat people matters—because every person matters to God! God wants to use your ordinary days to make a bigger impact than you could ever expect…one simple, courageously kind word and action at a time. Experience the lavish lovingkindness of God in a fresh way so you can share it with others.

There are three great loves at the heart of Christianity: love for God, love for our neighbour and love for the lost. How can we put these loves into action, living out the two greatest commandments and the great commission very practically in our everyday lives?

The Greek word “splagchnizomai” describes what we feel when we are faced with pain and suffering of others. In this plan you’ll learn more about the meaning and impact of splagchnizomai in the life of Jesus and the people He encountered. It begs the question: Do I (also) want more splagchnizomai in my life? This reading plan was written by Harriët Hofsink, who works at Compassion Netherlands.

Whether it’s controlling how the dishwasher is organized, controlling circumstances, or controlling other people – do you believe that you have to do it for things to turn out “right”? Control can keep us holding on to negative things, leaving no room for the good stuff. And God wants us to experience the good stuff.

Mark uses the word “immediately” over forty times in his Gospel, emphasizing the intentional nature of Jesus’ ministry. The quick succession of healings and miracles shows that Jesus “came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:44). Through Mark’s Gospel, we are reminded that true greatness in God’s kingdom comes not through selfish ambition, but by being the servant of all.

In part four of a seven-part devotional journey through the Gospel of Mark, we’ll examine Mark 8-9:29, continuing our verse-by-verse breakdown of Jesus' life and ministry, as told by John Mark.

This devotional takes you through each chapter of the gospel of Mark in 28 days. You’ll see Jesus in a way that challenges and inspires you to want to be closer to Him. Each chapter has a commentary that is relatable and applicable. It includes simple questions for each day’s reading to help you evaluate where you’re at and how you can grow deeper in your love for Jesus.

The word “family” can mean many different things to different people. Often, when people speak of family, they mean their blood relatives, specifically those with whom they live. When Christians speak of family, we also refer to God’s family, his ekklesia, or “church.” When we enter God’s kingdom, we become family with one another, forging a bond that transcends blood everything. We are all brought together into God’s family.

This reading plan is part of a series that will take you through the entire New Testament in a year. Each month's plan covers a specific book or books. September focuses on Mark. The plan is designed to be used with a small group of friends. Read the daily passage first, reflect on one or all of the questions, and try the engagement practice.

We are a part of the war on inaction! As we join in the Great Commission together, we also want to understand what this mission truly is. Join us on a 30-day journey through the Gospel of Mark as we explore who Jesus is and how his time on earth should lead us into a life of Christ-like action.

Daily Bible Reading helps you build consistent interaction with Scripture. Background, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers prompted by today’s passage all help you connect with God and others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship.”