Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 20:28

One of the hardest and holiest things we can do is to release our children into God’s hands, trusting His plans above our own. In this A 5-day devotional, “Mother of the Sons of Thunder,” author Heather Kaufman traces the three stages of the disciples’ calling, inviting us to view Jesus’ ministry through the eyes of a mother watching her sons being formed into pillars of the Church. Together we’ll learn that sometimes the path of glory leads to a cross before arriving at a throne.

If you like to birdwatch, you’re in good company. The Bible includes numerous references to birds, birdwatching, and what we can learn about God from his creation. Drawing on the book of Philippians, this fascinating reading plan by pastor and birdwatcher Kevin Burrell celebrates the wisdom we can glean from birds as we pursue a life defined by the gospel.

Written by five different OM writers, these devotions follow the theme of being a servant - based on Matthew 20:28 “Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Each devotional is written from the unique perspective of the writer and their experience.

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 20 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  In this portion, Jesus prepares His disciples and followers for the challenges facing them in Jerusalem. It starts with the King cleaning His own house!

With many competing ideologies about what manhood is, The roMANtic Plan seeks to reintroduce the world to the godly man. He carries the image of God and walks with and on purpose here in this world. He sacrifices, looking out not only for his own interests but also for the interests of others, making him useful in God's hands and effective in his earthly dominion. Start the plan for more...

As leaders, we are accustomed to making decisions, even when data is scarce. Such ability sometimes translates into thinking we may know God’s will for our leadership, also in the absence of adequate data. In these readings, we look at what God’s will for your leadership is, and more importantly, how you can know that you are fulfilling your calling in accordance with His Plan, not just yours.

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.

The purpose of this series is to help you become a disciple of Jesus — someone who knows God personally and intimately, is obedient to His Word, faithfully applying the truth you are learning and consistently sharing the good news to others.

Anointing in scripture is a powerful symbol of the work of the Holy Spirit. There are five things you must have in your life for the anointing of the Lord to be present. Each is critical to take your walk with God to the next level. In this plan, you'll discover what these ingredients are and how to develop them in your life.

All of us influence several others one way or the other. How do we influence? There is a way taught by Jesus. Let us be reminded about Jesus' way of living, loving and leading.