Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 23:36

As you prepare to celebrate death’s defeat and the hope of salvation this Easter, reflect on some of the final statements Jesus made during His time on earth and discover the powerful lessons He delivered with each word.

"Holy Week Through the Eyes of… " is a new, six-part devotional series by Pastor Jim Cymbala that looks at the days leading up to the death and resurrection of Jesus through the eyes of those who were there to witness it. See what Peter, Pilate, the thief on the cross, and others might tell us today about the central and most important event in all of human history.

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.

Although the word "grace" is familiar to many of us, the feeling of living in daily grace may be more foreign. If you are grinding away each day to feel wanted and worthy, or struggling with feelings that you don't measure up, read this plan and discover the way that Jesus wants you to experience daily life. Let's learn to embrace and dwell in Jesus' grace this Easter!

If you want to discover even more about the Son of God, you’re in the right place. Dig into this seven-day reading experience developed by American Bible Society. It includes inspiring Bible passages and great music from the Son of God Tour.

Holy Week is an incredibly important time in the Bible. It includes Jesus’ final days here on earth, his arrest, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. This 7 day reading plan walks you through the events of the Holy Week and concludes with Jesus rising from the dead defeating death and sin in Victory!

Ben-Hur, the fresh imagining of the timeless 1959 classic movie, based on the record-selling book, tells the riveting story of two brothers who become mortal enemies until a chance encounter with Jesus of Nazareth leads them to healing. Ben-Hur is rich with universal Christian themes. This Plan includes video devotionals from several Christian leaders discussing clips from the film, relevant teaching, and supporting Scripture.

Jesus made bold claims, both in who He was and what His mission was on the Earth. Journey with us through the Gospel of Mark and take a closer look at His proclamations and promises. Refresh your heart with the hope of salvation through these seven daily devotionals.

Now, more than ever before, the world needs people committed to kindness. This study complements Hal Donaldson's latest book, Your Next 24 Hours , and challenges readers to be a force for good at home, work and in their communities.

Come with us on a journey as we explore the meaning of the cross and the upside down it invites us in through this series of reflections and meditations.  My prayer is that the puzzle of the power of the cross will draw you into a closer encounter with the risen Jesus. Read more in Strange Kingdom (the book) and find the associated playlists on Spotify.