Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 4:20

Pastor Eugene Peterson once told his congregation, “The underlying conviction of the work of the pastor is that the words of Jesus are as true now as when first spoken, and that every named life in this congregation is as important as those twelve named disciples.” This brief devotional is drawn from Peterson’s sermons on the four gospels, where we get a glimpse of Jesus’s earthly life and ministry.

Manhattan pastor Jon Tyson says, “All great revivals have taken place in times of decline. Resurrection is found among the dead. I want to call you to resist compromise when your friends tell you your faith is too intense, your devotion unnecessary, your life together too much.” In this devotional Tyson contrasts five things that make for brokenness with five things that make for beauty.

What are some of the words that come to mind when you think of Jesus? Is "prophet" at the top of that list? Even if it isn't, the truth remains that Jesus is the greatest prophet! So what does that mean for us? Over the next few days, let God's word lead you into following the example set by Jesus.

The world has no ultimate solution to racism, but we do! The gospel is the only real basis and foundation to end racism. Outside of Christ, we are still in our sin, which causes us to erect barriers; in Christ, they go down and we are reconciled with each other. Discover four biblical arguments that completely demolish racism in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Diversity is our destiny!

The justice displayed in the life of Jesus is one motivated by love. A justice that is restorative and redemptive. A justice that is displayed with a hand outstretched, eyes that see and a heart opened. A justice centred in the cross. A justice so full of love, compassion, mercy and service it is extravagant!

This plan is written for people who help others. It’s a 5-day devotional with simple journal prompts designed to help you recover your first love for Jesus, find healing for yourself, and receive God’s commendation to continue helping others. Hopefully, as you read about Jesus’ responses in Luke Chapter 4, His experience will help you feel understood and inspire you to persevere for others.

Service is the fourth in a series of studies that helps you establish a strong biblical foundation as a follower of Jesus. In this plan, you will explore how the calling to follow Jesus inevitably involves humble service of others and you will discover some important biblical ways of serving.

Join Hillsong East Coast's online experience and walk through this corresponding plan based on Pastor Chrishan Jeyaratnam's August 2021 message, "We Are Oaks." Read through God's Word within each devotional and reflect through guided questions for individual consideration and group discussion. We pray it encourages you to reframe your reality.

When we think of productivity, we may look to entrepreneurs, CEOs, and productivity authors. How often, however, does Jesus come to mind? He traveled vast areas, reached an immeasurable number of people, and even today is one of the most revered persons ever to have lived. He is also our friend and Savior. Learning to be more productive may begin then, as in all things, with following him.

Do you ever wonder if Jesus can provide for all your needs? Or if he really cares about your pain or fatigue? As you spend the next five days immersed in stories from Jesus’s life, you’ll find a fresh perspective on Jesus’s identity, priorities, and deep love for his followers so that you will find renewed energy to minister to others as Jesus did.