Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 7:12

This study will be a deep dive into The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), one of Jesus' most direct and challenging teachings directed primarily to his disciples. We will ask the Holy Spirit to be our teacher as we read a chapter each day using only the Word as our devotion.

Some choices and decisions catapult our lives in a positive and productive direction. They bring lasting benefits for us and those we love. Bringing His “Sermon on the Mount” to an impactful finish, Jesus highlights just these powerful life principles. He also introduces attitudes of the mind and heart towards us and others that change our perspectives and bring about long-term benefits – for eternity.

If you are hiking the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) in Europe, more than likely, you are on a spiritual journey--looking for answers. The five symbols of the Camino trail symbolize hope you can only find through Jesus.

Joyful, purpose-filled living is grounded on relationships, love, and faith. If you’re looking for more clarity on God’s plan for your life, engage this plan to help focus your pursuit and discovery. Taken from the book, “Out of This World: A Christian’s Guide to Growth and Purpose” by David J. Swandt.

Jesus was not just a spiritual leader. Such a perception underplays his leadership capability, considering how he transformed twelve ordinary and if we are honest, unlikely men, into the first generation of leaders of a movement that continues to affect the course of world history 2,000 years later. Jesus provides the template for Kingdom-style leadership that we can model to transform any given situation, team or organization. More than ever, good biblical leadership is required not only in our church environment but in every area of society. Regardless of your title, role or status you have an opportunity to bring about cultural transformation by positioning yourself as a Kingdom-style leader. What leadership opportunities do you have as you go about your daily activities and how can you learn to lead like Jesus? Let’s explore this over the next seven days.

Surrender to Jesus is a life-defining moment. But what does this decision mean and how do we live it each day? Is this only for the big decisions of life, or the super-spiritual person? Fear, previous failures, and misunderstanding can hold us back.  "Go Do Say Give" is a pledge/prayer that unpacks how to take the next steps in your spiritual journey. Experience the freedom that comes with following Jesus. 

Our culture is frantic with worry. But Christians are called to live and think differently from the worried world around us. The solution isn’t in sheer willpower—it’s rooted entirely in who God is. This reading plan provides seven reasons to anchor our faith in God and who he is. Join me as we turn our eyes from the things of earth to the Author and Completer of our faith.

Becoming a father is a big responsibility, even more so to be a Christian father. God’s Word has some special instructions to guide you through one the most important roles you will ever have. Written by Stephen Binz based on teachings by Bishop Thomas Olmstead of the Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.

Does God really hear your prayers? You’d like to believe it, but sometimes it’s difficult not to wonder if he’s really listening. Sometimes we’re sure he’s not. This 7 day devotional will guide you through the assurance the Bible gives that God does hear our prayers.

We’re all chasing something. Usually something just out of reach—a better job, a more comfortable home, a perfect family, the approval of others. But isn’t this tiring? Is there a better way? Find out in this new Life.Church Bible Plan, accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, Chasing Carrots.