Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:3

Christians are different. They can’t help it. When you’re in Christ and filled with the Spirit, it changes you. This leads to strange expectations. It’s a different kind of hope flowing from Christ’s perspective on things. This is the fourth in a series of 5-day plans that uses the Lord’s Prayer to show how Jesus invites us to approach life and the future.

How do we live as Overcomers here on earth? In Matt Chandler’s book The Overcomers, he walks us through the book of Revelation as we examine what it means to be a uniquely created child living out His purposes here and now. As we explore Revelation, we’ll be convicted and encouraged to live as we are meant to live—as Overcomers sharing the gospel for His kingdom.

This series invites you to embrace the Kingdom of God, explore the essentials of Kingdom life, and demonstrate hope by ‘Living the Legacy.’ Join us on this journey as we examine the Beatitudes - the name given to the set of ‘Blessed’ statements, pronounced by Jesus in Matthew 5 and Luke 6.

God is alive. He loves you. He yearns to reveal Himself to you. His miracles are proof of His love. As you read this devotional plan, we pray that you will know the miracle of Christ’s presence in your life. As you experience His supernatural power, be motivated to share the gospel with others.

Perhaps the most famous speech ever given, this relatively small collection has shaped the lives of billions, and in many ways created the world we see around us today. Together we'll look at how Jesus' Sermon can be used as a blueprint for us to live our lives to its absolute fullest.

The Bible has a lot to say about litigation. Believers and unbelievers alike often end up in court, seeking money and justice. But the Bible encourages gentleness when settling our differences. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on litigation, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.

Jesus embodied servant leadership, humbly serving others and sacrificing Himself for the greater good, as should we, His followers. The biggest faith-movie franchise returns with an exceptionally relevant look at the challenges involved when private citizens feel called to stand up in the political arena. God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust addresses issues such as freedom, separation of church and state, and citizen responsibilities.

Feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands? Psalm 100 reminds us to enter God’s presence with thanksgiving, finding joy in daily blessings. This devotional plan will help you slow down, notice the simple gifts around you, and give thanks for God’s faithfulness. Over the next few days, we’ll explore how gratitude deepens our connection with God and brings greater peace and joy. Let’s journey together in practicing a heart of gratitude!

It’s important to know Jesus and what is important to Him so we understand our need for Him. Reflecting on what Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount, will help us draw closer to Him. This is part six of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend Ministries. These plans can be done in any order. See also" Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

As a flash of light in darkness, the New Testament blazes hope to a world in sin. Through His sacrificial death, Christ absolves sin and shares His Kingdom - a choice offered to everyone who believes in Him. That choice, once made, mandates obedience to the benchmark lifestyle revealed by Christ in the New Testament. Having 4 parts and 30 lessons, GOD REVEALED is a sequel to GOD’S TOUCHPOINTS, An Old Testament Journey.