Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:8

In the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:2–12), Jesus urges us to set ourselves apart from the world, living in a counterculture with a new identity rooted in him. The Upside Down Kingdom examines this counterintuitive wisdom and explores its relevance for today.

While not required by the Constitution, the Bible has been used at nearly every single presidential inauguration since Abraham Lincoln. This eye-opening 9-day plan will show you just how deeply the Bible has impacted this famous American political event. You’ll see some of the Bibles and verses presidents chose for their swearing-in ceremonies and how they incorporated the words of the Bible into their inaugural addresses in order to articulate their vision to the American people.

God wants you to be blessed. This exploration of the beatitudes will help you understand the characteristics that Jesus called "blessed" in the Sermon on the Mount and apply them in your life today.

When Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount, He began by showing what it means to be blessed in the kingdom of God. In this 9-day devotional from Skye Jethani, he looks with fresh eyes and illustrations to understand what it would mean if we took Jesus' words seriously. This plan is based on Skye's new book "What if Jesus Was Serious?"

Jesus ushered in a Kingdom that was upside down but needed to be lived from the inside out. In the Sermon on the Mount, He teaches the right interpretation of the law. This plan is by Navaz D'Cruz and Lasya D'Cruz based on a sermon series at Word Of Grace Church.

What is the lifestyle of a disciple of Christ? Is an impeccable moral life adequate? Jesus raises the bar. Christ-like qualities are attitudes and characteristics that develop once the Holy Spirit starts working in our lives. These qualities begin by transforming inner attitudes which in turn reflect on outward behaviour. The transformation is so deep-rooted it is not short-lived but results in a lifestyle for life – the Kingdom Lifestyle.

Transformed Juniors is a perfect introductory devotional to redefine, ignite, or deepen your relationship with a special youngster in your life. In this 9-day devotional you will be challenged (although not mandated) to read each day with your child and intentionally apply the teaching and message into your life. The end goal of this devotional is the (re)kindling of relationships, be it parent-child or mentor-mentee."

In this plan, we will discuss each attitude found in Matthew 5. As we dive into scripture, you will see how these beatitudes come with promises of blessing. Each day includes a short video, scripture, devotional, Biblical promise, and a prayer to help you engage with scripture and incorporate what you have learned into your life. Are you ready to live a blessed life?!

How is the condition of your heart? What are you focusing on? In Jesus’ first-ever sermon, He provided eight heart checks for us to ask ourselves each day! He knew when our hearts are healthy and we have the right perspective on life, we will find supernatural peace, blessing, and happiness. Join me as we dive into these eight powerful heart checks from Jesus and the Beatitudes!

To understand our need for God, salvation, and forgiveness. If we do not recognize the need for God in our daily lives, then we will never be able to grow spiritually nor become the people He has created us to be.