Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 3:1
Shift
3 Days
God is never-changing, yet He likes to change things. He wants to shift things in our lives and our generation, bringing fresh visitations, new openness, deep brokenness, and a focus on Jesus.
Jesus Is the Prince of Peace
3 Days
In this three-day devotional plan, Dr. LaDonna C. Osborn explores God’s promises of a Savior who would come to redeem His people and give us peace. From the garden of Eden to Isaiah, from John the Baptist to Peter, we learn how the gospel of the good news of the Prince of Peace can inspire us today.
Why Revival?
3 Days
What’s the point of revival? Is it real? What does it really mean? In this 3-day devotional, you’ll discover the deeper purpose of revival and how it can ignite your heart and mind to stay focused on the cross of Christ.
Liturgy Of The Ordinary
5 days
In the overlooked moments and routines of our day, we can become aware of God's presence in surprising ways—embracing the sacred in the ordinary, and the ordinary in the sacred. In Liturgy of the Ordinary, Tish Harrison Warren explores daily life through the lens of liturgy—small practices, and habits that form us. Come and discover the holiness of your every day.
Christian Foundations 7 - Baptism
5 days
Baptism is the seventh in a series of studies that help you establish a strong biblical foundation as a follower of Jesus. In this plan, we look at what the Bible says about the meaning of baptism and when you should be baptized. This plan is particularly for followers of Jesus who have not yet been baptized.
The Essential Jesus (Part 8): The Beginning Ministry of Jesus
5 Days
In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.
Real Hope: The Birth of Our Saviour King
5 Days
Our Saviour King came into this world not riding on a horse, surrounded by an army, wearing armor, or crowned with a golden crown. No, our Saviour came into the world as a baby, unexpected, unannounced, and unexceptionally. We hope that through this plan, as you reflect on the meaning of the birth of Jesus Christ, you’ll be reminded that Christmas isn’t just an event in history to be remembered.
Prepare the Way: John the Baptist and Jesus
5 Days
John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus's life and ministry. This 5-day series traces John's testimony through readings from the Gospels. Just as John was sent to prepare the way for Jesus and point people to him, we have the privilege of also pointing others to Christ. As you prepare for Christmas, these devotionals will help you see how you can be a vessel of God’s love.
Jesus, I Need You, Part 2
6 Days
John the Baptist's call for repentance still speaks to us today! What does authentic repentance look like? This is part two of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend. The plans in this series can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).
Hearing And Obeying - Disciple Makers Series #2
6 Days
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 the 2nd of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. Hearing God speak or doing what God requires is more difficult that we realise – because life can be complicated. Watch how they people do it.