Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 4:19

The effects of Covid-19 are not to be treated lightly. People's lives are being impacted physically and financially and some have lost loved ones. Instead of only musing theologically, there are practical things we can do in the midst of these uncertain times to help ourselves and others in faith.

For the next 25 days, join us in the reading plan as we put on the light, one candle at a time. To remind ourselves to take off those things that we do not need and wrap ourselves in what is coming: the Light of the World. It is the season of Advent, a time of wonder and anticipation, a time to ponder the miracle and mystery of Christ’s birth!

This Bible reading plan guides you through the Advent season by focusing on God's promises fulfilled through Scripture. Each day includes Bible reading and a devotion that leads you through God's Word, helping you to reflect on God's faithfulness and the hope of Christmas.

As people read the Bible cover to cover they can't always grasp its main idea, the so-called red thread. This reading plan will help you grasp the basic essence of what God desired to convey to us through His Word. Reading through the whole Bible is important. We suggest that you ascend up high and see the big picture at a bird's eye view.

This plan will guide you in reading the Gospel of Matthew and hear what God is speaking to you personally. We are looking forward to read and hear this together with our church.  

Jesus called the disciples, and He's calling you. Follow Me is a foundational discipleship series looking at what it means to follow Jesus moment by moment. We'll study the gospels and dive into the experiences of His disciples.

REAL focuses on equipping and inspiring you to effectively communicate the story of the gospel and your faith by living a relevant, engaging, authentic life. Over 28 days, pastors and leaders at Gateway share the key ingredients to being a good witness and sharing your story with others.

What makes a good leader? God cares about character, not skill sets. When God was picking someone to lead His people, He had to remind them, ".. man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7). Who you are is more important than what you do. In this study, you'll learn that leading your group well starts by preparing your heart.

Matthew’s Gospel opens the New Testament by brilliantly introducing the culmination of the entire Old Testament story. After thousands of years and dozens of generations, Jesus had come “to save his people from their sins” (Mathew 1:21). Matthew focuses on Jesus as King of Kings, who had come to reign on the throne of David forever.

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Saving Word: Love.” [Note: Scriptures are quoted in the Good News Translation]

Why does America like fast food? Because it’s quick, convenient, and tastes amazing. But when we view our faith through that lens, we become spiritually out of shape consumers who end up living a faith dependent on speed, convenience, and hyper-palatability. But God’s desire for us in life is to slow down and live lives of intentional discipleship; to develop lasting faith in a fast culture.

Find hope in Jesus by exploring the opening chapters of Matthew’s Gospel. These chapters reveal who Jesus is: fully human, fully divine, Immanuel—God with us. He is the beloved Son of God, fulfilling the promises made to Abraham and David. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus not only shows us how to live in the kingdom of God but also makes a way for us to enter it. As His ministry begins with the call to repentance, we see the long-awaited kingdom finally breaking into the world. Hope is here!

We all know God wants us to love others—it’s one of the most important things Jesus taught. But let’s be honest… actually doing it? That’s not always easy, especially when life feels busy or like people aren’t easy to love. In this 4-week devotional series from Grow Curriculum, we’ll explore how Jesus shows us what loving others really looks like. We'll learn that he challenges us to move away from the world’s “me first” attitude and embrace his “after you” message as we follow his example.

Join us as we dive into God’s Word each day!

The most important decision we make in this life is where we’ll spend our eternal life. When we have made that choice, we’re not only prepared to die ... we’re finally ready to live a life that follows after Jesus! This 30-day reading plan helps you understand why and how you are to follow Jesus. It all begins with a relationship with Him.

Character and integrity are qualities that we most want in our bosses, leaders and spouses. However, are we cultivating character and integrity in our own lives? These are hard fought for qualities and ones that come through much pain and humility. Fortunately, God’s word provides us with wonderful accounts of what integrity looks like and what it doesn’t’ look like. We can look at these wonderful examples to help guide us towards Godly character. Allow these 30 devotionals to sharpen and inspire you towards Godly character and integrity.

The Bible is a classroom. It is filled with stories that will teach us what to emulate and what not to do as well. Join us as we dig into the scriptures and look for the lessons God wants to teach us through men and women from the Bible. The Bible is a classroom.

In this 30-day reading plan, Francis and Lisa Chan set aside typical approaches to talking about marriage and dive into Scripture to understand what it means to have a relationship that satisfies the deepest parts of our souls. In the same way that Crazy Love changed the way we view our personal relationships with God, You and Me Forever will shift the way we view our marriage relationships.

Many churches and families who partner with Grain of Hope are coming together to experience Grain of Hope: 30 Days of Heartwork! We're spending ourselves constantly... Our time, money and our energy. This 30 day interactive journey through Scripture is going to challenge us to spend ourselves the way God calls us to as believers! Through true stories, honest questions, and daily empathy challenges, we'll grow in compassion and in our knowledge of justice issues. Most importantly, we will become more like our generous God, who spends himself for us! 

Throughout Scripture, knowing God and caring for the poor are interconnected. Compassion: 30 Days of Heartwork is an opportunity - a creative and engaging resource to help you disciple your kids in knowing God better by opening their eyes and their hearts to needs all around them. As you live differently for these 30 days, your family will grow closer to God and to each other.

Throughout Scripture, knowing God and caring for the vulnerable are interconnected. So often we are discouraged from speaking up for the most vulnerable in our society, the unborn, because we view the issue through the lens of politics, anger, or shame. Reimagining Pro-Life is an opportunity to see and engage with the millions affected by abortion from a new framework, one of love, compassion, and action.

From Genesis to Revelation, “God’s Redemption Story” outlines the narrative of God’s plan for the reconciliation of humanity. This 12-part reading plan summarizes the story of the Bible. Exodus through Joshua continues the story of God’s chosen people on a journey to know their God and discover his plan for their lives.

Join in a 30-day journey through the Bible's most powerful first encounters with God's Word. From creation's first spoken word to every tribe worshiping around the throne, discover how God has persistently pursued humanity across every barrier. Experience fresh perspectives on familiar stories—from Abraham's call to Paul's conversion to Pentecost's global explosion. Witness God's unstoppable plan to reach every nation unfolding through Scripture's most compelling moments. For more information, please visit: www.Biblica.com

What if following Jesus was like walking the Camino de Santiago—dusty paths, vineyards, mountain passes, and ancient Roman roads? *Impulses for the Way* is a 30-day, video devotional filmed across 800km of this historic pilgrimage. Barrett Harkins, who lives in Santiago and serves pilgrims daily, shares stories from the trail, Scripture reflections, and prayers that explore restlessness, forgiveness, hope, and radical grace. Whether you’re on the Camino or navigating daily life, these short videos invite you to take the next step with Jesus—listening to the Spirit’s whispers and remembering this truth: you never walk alone.

The Lord Jesus is the main character in the Bible and in the Christian faith. So it's worth learning more about Him! This reading plan takes you through 7 important events in His life, 7 parables He told, 7 miracles He performed, and 7 statements Jesus made about Himself. This way, you can learn a lot about Him in just one month. So, sign up and start reading!