Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 7:2

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.

In the world that we live in, things are not as they should be. One might even say they are upside down. However, the good news is that Jesus came to turn this world right side up. What if our eyes were opened to the REALITY that the kingdom of heaven is in fact here?

This one-of-a-kind reading plan exists for both the skeptic and the faith follower. Our distinctive is that we created a place where questions were asked, doubt allowed, and the process of inquiry respected. For those unsure of Christianity and for those who love them and want to keep the lines of communication open, we show the candid and honest dialogue around challenging concerns of existence, faith and culture.

We all feel anxious from time to time, but when worry gets out of control, it can have devastating effects on our lives and relationships. Though worry is a complex emotion, clinical social worker Jean Houlthaus suggests a few spiritual practices for Christians, adapted from her book Managing Worry and Anxiety, that help to get the upper hand on worry and increase peace.

In this devotional, a syndicated radio host (and one of America’s funniest writers) has this to say to us: Dear Everybody, We have a serious problem: All of us think we’re good people. But Jesus says we’re not. Sincerely, Brant P. Hansen

Jesus said in Matthew 10, "Go to the lost, confused people right here in the neighbourhood and tell them that the Kingdom is here." What is the "neighbourhood?" People that we can impact in our everyday spaces and lives. What an incredible charge for us all! Let's read together how we can Love Thy Neighbour-hood.

There’s no such thing as a perfect family. We all make mistakes that hurt our family members and we’ve all been hurt by those we love. Dr. Magdalena Battles addresses top conflicts that cause relationships to become strained or broken: a failure to forgive or apologize, criticism, gossip, deception, a lack of inclusion, and a failure to accept differences. Here are practical biblical strategies for healthier and more loving relationships.

This reading plan introduces you to the world of the desert father Poimēn the Great (c. 340–450). In a series of 7 days, you will be led through important themes from his life. Some days contain a short story with an explanation, there will also be days when the text of Poimēn will speak for itself.

Although the title of this devotional is FATHERS it’s not subject to fathers only, nor is it a list of do’s and dont's for parents. The title FATHERS is an acronym for some of the qualities we should have to reflect the character of our Heavenly Father. In doing so we automatically become better parents and people as we mirror our creator. Written by Matt Forté, NFL All-star Running back.

If we take an honest look at ourselves, we may find that our hearts have become hard. Based on a sermon by Pastor Tyler Staton of Oaks Church Brooklyn, this 7-day study using LUMO videos allows us to learn how Jesus has come to uncover and change those hardened heart responses that are getting in the way of the fruitful life He has for you and I.