Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 16:26

In the series Now Streaming, Skip Heitzig leverages some of the most popular shows to illuminate spiritual truths. Throughout history, the British crown has been inherited, rejected, beloved, and disdained. Even so, it is a temporary thing. In this five-day reading plan, Pastor Skip explains that an imperishable crown awaits believers who set aside selfish interests.

What emotions do you experience when you see someone who is wealthy? Perhaps envy or distrust? In Mark 10, Jesus felt intense compassion for a rich man He interacted with. In this plan, we will explore why financial prosperity often makes it hard to follow Christ. I hope that you will discover a whole new dimension of God's love for people from all walks of life.

We take mirrors for granted these days as they are so commonplace in our everyday lives. But original mirrors were not the reflective glass we are used to today but rather polished stone, gold, or even brass. These tended to be murky, distorted surfaces that didn't do a very good job of reflecting the true self. Join us as we adjust our perspective.

Mountains are one of God’s favorite places to meet with his people. From the Mount of Creation in Genesis 1 to the Mount of the Great Commission in Matthew 28, mountains regularly serve as holy ground for connecting with God. During this plan, Bible teacher and author Kat Armstrong guides readers through five mountaintop Bible stories. Watch as God reveals His character and invites His children to enjoy His presence.

When Jesus called his disciples to follow Him, they made a commitment to discipleship in the context of community. And from that point forward, the Church has been built on this same idea. But how can broken and sinful people who disagree about so many things work together for God’s Kingdom? Join us as we explore what it means to be the church: devoted, connected, and discipled brothers and sisters.

The character Clara Kip in The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip models what can happen when we stop striving and entrust our lives and dreams to God. This five-day plan presents lessons Mrs. Kip teaches her young protégé about pursuing her God-given purpose and letting go of what stands in the way. Dive into the novel’s undercurrent of scriptural truths and discover the sweet freedom in surrender.

Conventional wisdom tells us that freedom means gaining control. But Biblical Wisdom tells us that there’s freedom in the most unlikely circumstances—in losing ourselves, in letting go, in following rules, in slowing down, and in serving others. How can there be freedom in those? Discover the answer here.

Entrusted leadership and influence is motivated to serve out of humility and gratitude for the gifts given to us by Christ. Entitled leadership and influence is motivated by rewards and status that come from position or title. In these devotionals, Donna Pisani encourages women to discover and use the God-given gifting they have been entrusted with.

Do you ever feel tempted to hide parts of yourself to be loved by God or other people? Ever hold back in your prayers or worship of God? Me too! In this plan, I help you understand how God knows all of you and loves all of you. Learn how He wants you to bring all of you into your relationship with Him.

If we’re not careful, a “mountain mindset”—climbing nonstop toward achievement and accolades—can choke the joy, rest, and reward out of life. Let’s spend a few days looking at the dangers of striving toward the heights and the benefits of pausing to develop a “valley mindset,” which leads us to places of renewal, rejuvenation, and remembering who we are as a son or daughter of the Living God.

Brenda Palmer invites you to embark on the journey of yes—walking in obedience to God in faith, surrender, and self-discovery. By saying yes to God, you open yourself to become the person He lovingly created for His purpose.

In a world where Christian investors are celebrated for doing good with their money, it’s easy to confuse generosity and obedience. This 5-day devotional challenges faith-driven and impact investors to go deeper: beyond strategy, beyond returns, beyond themselves. Join us to discover the true origins of investing for impact and how to maximize investment returns for the Kingdom. God’s economy may surprise you!

The message of Acts is about staying true to Christ, and the struggles we’ll face. This 5-day plan continues a journey through the book of Acts, the Bible’s gripping sequel of Jesus at work in the life of his followers as he expands his kingdom to the ends of the earth. It’s a journey on what it means to be a Christian. It’s a story in which you have a role to play.

Are there areas of your life that are in turmoil? Are you facing threats beyond your control, or seeking clarity in God’s Word? Each moment of vulnerability is also an opportunity for obedience, trust, and prayer. This devotional invites you to bring your struggles, fears, and unanswered questions before God with honesty and courage.

Living in the Kingdom means we’re always on the cusp of change and new beginnings. God is always doing something new, sometimes small and other times life-changing. Through him, we have the power to release old habits and exchange them for a new, better thing he's prepared for us. All that’s required of us is surrender. This 6 day plan will help you figure out how.

When you serve more, you take less. When you give more, you need less. When you thank more, you want less. When there’s more of God, you’re selfless. If you’re ready for more of God, start this new Life.Church Bible Plan to accompany Pastor Craig Groeschel’s series, Selfless. 

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 17 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  There are many aspects to revelation. Here in this Bible plan we look at some of them. Sometimes they are simple. Other times they are profound and life-changing. 

Ever heard "A body in motion stays in motion"? Put another way, "a man on a path stays on that path". Put another way "change is hard!!" Come be challenged and encouraged in this 6 day plan and get a glimpse of God's power to change you and the richness of showing up for your life.

A disciple in the kingdom of God is one who chooses to be more than just a fan of Jesus Christ. They commit themselves to taking up their cross, denying themselves, and following Him. This commitment is not an easy one and it is not a short one, but it is rich with God’s reward. Join Tony Evans as he uncovers what it means to follow Jesus, no turning back.

The book of Joshua completes the redemptive mission God began in Genesis - to set aside a people through which all the nations would be blessed. Through Christ, we are a part of that blessing. We know who we are. We know what God did for us. We know what to do. This heavy-duty stand-alone plan is also part 10 of a 10 part series.

My husband of 53.5 years died in 2017 and before death, he had several losses. In the last few years, I have learned to not allow any loss to consume me. God showed me that ‘death does not own me,’ and 'loss does not have to own you!’ In this study learn that when loss comes you can conquer it, by reaching out beyond yourself and trusting God.

God often does His greatest work in our most difficult and challenging times. How is God transforming you to be more like Jesus? God is our healer, hope and strength. There are no limits to what God can do in your life.

Spend six days this advent season with Dr. Ramesh Richard, president of RREACH (a Global Proclamation Ministry) and professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, as he offers timely insights on Christ’s divinity and humanity. Prepare your heart for the celebration of Christmas by contemplating the importance of the virgin birth and its implications for our Christian faith.

This six-day devotion written by Navaz D'Cruz is a reflection based on the parable of the Ten Virgins. It will help us to examine our preparedness, our relationship with Jesus, and deal with the soot and smoke in our lives.

This plan explores generosity as a key mark of leadership and a source of joy. Generosity was demonstrated by King David, Israel’s greatest king, and by his officials, commanders, and subjects, who gave willingly so that King Solomon, David’s son, would be able to build a temple for God.