Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 2:11

In Charles Wesley’s famous Christmas hymn, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus,” we sing that Jesus is the joy of every longing heart. This Advent, discover how the divine orchestration of human events and various responses to his coming, exposes the longing of our hearts. From kings and rulers to shepherds and expectant virgins, Jesus’ advent reveals what we treasure. Find him the joy of your heart this Christmas.

Stevie Wonder wrote a popular song for Christmas called "That’s What Christmas Means to Me.” In it, he talks about all these things (and more!) that represent Christmas to him. What about you? Have you ever asked yourself what Christmas means to YOU? The world will tell us all sorts of things about Christmas but what do WE believe about Christmas?

Hope has come into the world! It’s Jesus—God with us! At this time of the year, we celebrate the greatest Miracle ever. It came in a small package and had an eternal impact on you and me. Will you come and spend some time reflecting and preparing your heart for this amazing Emmanuel—God who is with us?

The One Year Pray for the Family Bible invites us to deepen our relationships with God and the families he has given us. Daily prayer prompts focus on some of the most pressing issues facing families today. Each day’s Scripture reading helps us discover answers and guidance in God’s Word. This is a one week reading plan taken from the One Year Pray for the Family Bible.

Immanuel, Prince of Peace, The Humble Servant, Promised Messiah, Our Coming King – Jesus! Join us in this 7-day series as we explore the uniqueness of Jesus’s character as revealed through the Christmas narrative. Let us give Him glory and praise this Christmas!

Welcome to this seven-day Christmas devotional, a journey through the story of Jesus' birth that invites you to reflect on the incredible gift God gave to the world. Each day, you'll delve into a different part of the Christmas narrative, exploring the significance of these events through Scripture, engaging activities, and thoughtful discussions. As we remember the birth of our Savior, may this devotional inspire you to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

When Jesus was born into human existence, it was the most epic interruption to human history that has ever happened. God loves us enough to punctuate history in human skin; not as a king, president, or noble warrior, but as a helpless newborn. This reading plan studies the people surrounding Christ’s birth and their response to (or role in) this divine interruption on the timeline of history.

When you meet Jesus, this changes your life. The Bible describes countless examples of this, and you may recognize it in your own life as well. This reading plan examines some of the encounters people had with Jesus when He was just a baby. Read these stories as a mirror to reflect on your own response to Jesus.

The Bible is one of the key places we encounter God and His heart for a relationship with us, bringing nourishment and wholeness as we interact with it. It is one big story from beginning to end. This 9-day plan is based on a graphic called ‘The Bible’s Big Picture’ from The Infographic Bible. It helps to explain the Bible’s story, which is as relevant today as it’s always been.

The Christmas season highlights the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. How can we worship deeply in this season? Through this 9-day devotional, we want to provide the story and spiritual meaning behind several Christmas songs you know and love, and maybe some new ones as well! This Plan features several worship pastors from Life.Church Worship who are a part of the live Christmas album, Gloria.