Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 9:23

The Cross is more than a fashion symbol or a religious statement. It is a promise of a Saviour and the power to point others to Him. Experience the beauty of The Cross daily as you thrive in God's Presence and memorize His Word.

Pursue The Passion is a seven-day digital study based on the life of Christ and His Crucifixion. Through film, scripture and discussion questions, it is designed to inspire reflection on our life purpose and how to use our talents to further the Kingdom of God. When we focus on Jesus’ plan for our lives and follow His will, then our purpose becomes more clear. Jesus is the ultimate example of this, and we will see this demonstrated in the film, "The Passion of the Christ" on Blu-rayTM and DVD.

Polycarp is one of Christendom’s most famous martyrs. The 86-year-old bishop of Smyrna refused to recant his faith, choosing instead to be burned at the stake. Why? He heard a voice from heaven say, “Be strong, Polycarp. Play the man.” In this seven-day devotional, we’ll explore what it means to “play the man.” More specifically, how to become men of God by cultivating the seven virtues of manhood.

 As children of God, we have been given a new home and a new hope. And when we learn to live for heaven, the cares and weights of this world fall off our shoulders in light of our place in God’s advancing Kingdom. In this 7-day plan, you’ll create space every day to cast your burdens at the feet of Jesus, and rejoice in the hope of the eternal life you’re already living in God. 

Routes to progress and success often take detours. Never is there a straight path toward either of them. And in those unscheduled stops and perceived pauses, that’s where “progress” is thwarted — I call these moments, Crushing moments. They seek to threaten and destroy our journey from what we’ve determined is our destination. But crushing moments are never truly the end. Rather, the crushing becomes the creation of something new. They reveal there is more to our lives than what we had planned.

Three times in I Samuel, Jonathan said to his young armor bearer, "Come, Let's Go!" Three times in Revelation 22 Jesus said, "I'm coming soon!" It's been more than 2,000 years since Jesus made this promise. Jesus gave the church a simple job to do. It's called the Great Commission. So church, why hasn't Jesus COME back yet? We need discipleship in evangelism! COME, LET'S GO!

Are you ready to start a life-changing journey? Experience and walk with Jesus through chapters eight to fourteen of the gospel according to Luke. Witness the establishment of God’s kingdom on earth. Discover who Jesus is, why he came to earth, what his message was, and what he wants you to do. Your discovery will impact your family, friends, and community.

Written by the young people of ‘planetboom youth’ of Planetshaker Church, Melbourne Australia, this Bible Reading Plan offers a blueprint for young people wanting to grow their relationship with God and maintain passion and fire for the things of God in everyday life. We’re covering topics such as, ‘Hunger,’ ‘Worship,’ and ‘Encountering God,’ from the real-life testimonies and experiences of teenagers just like you.

Please join me in this Marathon Race called Life, as we look together to Jesus the Messiah, the Great Marathon runner. These meditations on the YouVersion Verse of the Day, the Written Word of God, will give you energy to run this marathon called life.

Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent—a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal when Christians are invited to prepare themselves for the celebration of the Lord’s resurrection. Throughout the forty weekdays and six Sundays in Lent, pray and reflect on God’s renewing power.