Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 4:17

Children love to ask questions about almost anything. They ask “Why? What? Who? How?” very often. It’s only natural for children and is part of their trying to make sense of their world. This 3-day Bible plan looks at some of the real questions that real children ask with answers pitched to their understanding. The plan complements the free children’s game app Guardians of Ancora.

Infinitum is a way of life centered on following Jesus by loving God and loving others through an emphasis on the habits and disciplines of surrender, generosity, and mission. We aim to see the Bible and also the world through these Jesus-colored lenses. This short reading plan is based on the theme – Follow Jesus.

What did Jesus mean when He said the kingdom of heaven was at hand? In this 3-day devotional by Francis Frangipane, you’ll discover what it looks like for the kingdom of heaven to be at work here in our day and age right now, and how God is calling you to be a part of that.

Romans 12:2 highlights the importance of renewing our minds to prove "what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." But what does that truly involve? The aim of transformation is repentance—a Holy Spirit-guided shift in mindset and lifestyle. Genuine repentance is more than guilt or repeated apologies; it involves turning away from sin, removing relational barriers, and producing fruit such as love replacing anger and peace overcoming fear. This plan is perfect for anyone seeking deeper freedom, healthier relationships, and a heightened awareness of God's transforming presence in the everyday life of Kingdom-living.

Why does Christmas slay? That’s the question we are going to be answering as we explore the gift that is the Christmas story. Christmas slays because God dwelt among us. Jesus is the ultimate gift, a Light in the darkness. So come along as we celebrate the gift of Jesus and experience the joy and the magnitude of the Christmas story.

Explore the reasons behind your choice to follow Christ. This isn't about converting others, but as Christians, we must articulate our faith logically, clearly, and rooted in the Bible. The scripture urges us to defend our faith and honor Him. Join this concise four-day study to equip yourself in defending the hope found in Jesus, our Lord, and Savior.

Gain a better understand of God's love for you this Christmas season with devotions centered around Jesus, the promised Messiah. These five readings from The Jesus Bible, NIV Edition will prepare you for Christmas, a season filled with the joy, hope, and love of the eternal promise of Jesus the Messiah.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the eleventh part "The Living Word." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

What would it have been like to follow Jesus up the Galilean hillside and sit and listen to His most famous sermon? What are the things He would want us to hear and remember? In this plan, author Kelly Minter walks us through five days with Jesus and the Sermon on the Mount.

Experience the wonder and mystery of God’s Word as you explore key miracles in Jesus' life on earth. In this five-day plan based on his book, Signs and Secrets of the Messiah, join Rabbi Jason Sobel in examining some of the miraculous deeds of our Savior and the details revealed in the context of His Jewish culture and traditions.

The birth of Jesus reminds us that God doesn’t remain distant. In Jesus, God took on human flesh and moved into the neighborhood. The word used to describe this incredible event is “incarnation.” God came to us—not in abstraction or theory—but in real human flesh. God moved into the neighborhood to rescue us and remake our neighborhoods. This five-day devotional draws from themes in Derek Vreeland’s Bible study Incarnation: 8 Lessons on How God Meets Us, to help us rediscover the joy that came when God moved into our neighborhoods to rescue us and our neighbors.

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 3rd of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. We begin the ministry of Jesus and then we listen to Him explain the initial rules of the Kingdom of God. 

The world is a battlefield. Not only literally, when people groups or countries are fighting, but also spiritually. Satan has declared war on God and God’s people. This sounds terrifying, and therefore it is important to know that Jesus is stronger. He is stronger than sin, stronger than Satan, and stronger even than death itself. And if you belong to Him, you share in His victory!

The first thing that Jesus did when He came to the disciples was to call them to follow Him. And He added: to make fishers of men. In the same way, Jesus is calling us to follow Him and make fishers of men. Many think only about salvation when Jesus calls them. No, He calls us to repentance and to be fishers of men. It is one concept.

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. We have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture four times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

A wash basin. Communion elements. A fishing net. They're part of a centerpiece for a very special gathering. In this devotional, see how each unique piece of decor symbolizes a way you’re invited to participate in the Kingdom of heaven here on earth.

When a person comes to know Christ there are steps that the Bible gives to help them understand their new found life in Him. If you have made Christ Lord of your life, then welcome to the family of God. This devotion is a brief overview of the gospel message and will help build the foundation you need to establish your new life in Christ.

Three times in I Samuel, Jonathan said to his young armor bearer, "Come, Let's Go!" Three times in Revelation 22 Jesus said, "I'm coming soon!" It's been more than 2,000 years since Jesus made this promise. Jesus gave the church a simple job to do. It's called the Great Commission. So church, why hasn't Jesus COME back yet? We need discipleship in evangelism! COME, LET'S GO!

In the world that we live in, things are not as they should be. One might even say they are upside down. However, the good news is that Jesus came to turn this world right side up. What if our eyes were opened to the REALITY that the kingdom of heaven is in fact here?

This series – “Gracious Jesus” is a deep dive into the life and teachings of Jesus from the gospels. Historical context is brought in to enrich and bring a more accurate dimension of the context of Jesus’ life. Most importantly, if we are receptive to the Spirit, He opens our spiritual eyes to see God, the world around and ourselves with completely new perspectives.

God uses the usable. If you feel like God has not used you, it’s time to make yourself useable. This one-week reading plan will help you take your first steps on being useable to God’s plan.

The One Year Pray for the Family Bible invites us to deepen our relationships with God and the families he has given us. Daily prayer prompts focus on some of the most pressing issues facing families today. Each day’s Scripture reading helps us discover answers and guidance in God’s Word. This is a one week reading plan taken from the One Year Pray for the Family Bible.

Are you seeking renewal this Lent? This daily reading plan invites you to reflect on repentance, renewal, and the hope of the resurrection that you can find in Jesus. During this season of personal reflection, draw closer to God as you reflect on his Word. This 7-day plan is an excerpt from "The Risen Christ", a full Lenten plan that invites you to reflect on Jesus’s life, sacrifice, and victory.

When Jesus began His public ministry, He started with a call, not miracles or crowds. In Matthew 4, Jesus calls people to repent, believe, follow, and go with Him. This call still confronts everyone today and demands a response. This devotional encourages first-time readers to respond clearly to Jesus’ call to salvation and challenges believers to move beyond passive faith into active obedience, discipleship, and mission. Jesus still calls ordinary people, and when they respond, He changes lives.

Welcome to a new life in Christ! Now that you decided to follow Jesus, this reading plan will help you to learn about important topics such as prayer, repentance, and the Bible. Each devotional will equip you to live the abundant life Jesus came to bring and call you to become a fruitful disciple of Christ. Enjoy the journey!