Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 13:24

Jesus called us to the Salt and Light of the earth. He gave us the mandate of carrying the Good News into any environments we frequent. What does it really look like to transform a workplace, a city, a county, or an entire education system?

Jesus told stories not just to teach—but to help us see. In this 7-day devotional, we’ll explore His parables and reflect on what they reveal about God, our hearts, and everyday life. Through short readings, Scripture, and honest questions, this plan invites you to pause, listen, and respond. Whether you're in a season of waiting, seeking growth, or needing direction, these simple but powerful stories invite us to hear Jesus more clearly—and to follow Him more closely.

The Big Questions About God will help you discover the answers to some of the questions you’ve wondered about. Does God exist? What is he like? Is he really interested in me? It’s easy to doubt when we have to go through tough times. However, the answers here will challenge you and build your faith in the rock-solid reality of God’s existence and your relationship with him.

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.

Lewis and Clark were great American adventurers. Learning how to walk with God is also high adventure. Although most of our world’s physical landscape has now been charted, our spiritual journeys are still like Lewis and Clark’s. One day at a time, re-calibrating and reassessing our position, stopping to survey the surroundings. Unlike them, we Christ followers do not travel away from home but rather toward home.

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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Widows, Orphans, Handicapped, Disabled, children, pre-born children, abused, lower class, homeless people, prisoners…the list goes on. In every society and culture, certain types of people are looked down on or disregarded. How does God see all these special people? Walk with us through scripture and some true stories from disabled believers who help us live as He desires we do.