Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Mark 8:32

Mark uses the word “immediately” over forty times in his Gospel, emphasizing the intentional nature of Jesus’ ministry. The quick succession of healings and miracles shows that Jesus “came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:44). Through Mark’s Gospel, we are reminded that true greatness in God’s kingdom comes not through selfish ambition, but by being the servant of all.

Ruth must surely be one of the loveliest stories ever written, telling an unforgettable tale of purity, faithfulness, innocence, loyalty, duty, and love. We read of ordinary people in Bethlehem facing everyday events, from loss and dislocation to marriage and family life. In all of this, however, Alistair Begg reminds us that no matter how dark our days may seem, God still protects His people and accomplishes His purposes.

Dr. John MacArthur answers questions on matters of faith, theology, and doctrine. Each day's reading includes additional verse study for a deeper look into the day's topic.

Jesus: Who? Why? What? Come and begin a new journey of discovering the message of Jesus Christ, the life of the person at the heart of the Christian faith. It might be the best news you've ever heard! A resource from Christianity Explored Ministries.

Jesus: Who? Why? What? Come and begin a 21 day journey of discovering the message of Jesus Christ, the life of the person at the heart of the Christian faith. A resource from Christianity Explored Ministries.

In part four of a seven-part devotional journey through the Gospel of Mark, we’ll examine Mark 8-9:29, continuing our verse-by-verse breakdown of Jesus' life and ministry, as told by John Mark.

We want to learn more about Jesus so we can become more like Him! One of the best ways to help get the most out of your Daily Read and Prayer is to journal!  The 21 Day Markin Mark Challenge uses the SOAPS journal method to help you keep track of your learning each day you read and pray!

Dallas Willard urged us to learn and practice prayer as a two-way dialogue with God. These excerpts from his best-selling book Hearing God, assembled by Jan Johnson, are an invitation to meet God, to allow his voice to shape your choices, and to encourage your heart. As you begin this four-week reading plan, thank God that he promises to meet you wherever you are in your faith journey.

Do you feel like God is out of reach, that all he sees are your failures and flaws? Do you wish life made sense, especially when things are tough? The people who followed Jesus were transformed by his message about God's love. Discover what Jesus said, what he did, and how he can change your world. Whatever your story, Jesus offers hope and a fresh start today.

The welcome of Christ was astonishing to the culture around him. He gave voice to the speechless, frustrated the powerful, and humbled the wise. As Christians, our welcome should be like his– wonderfully surprising, deeply challenging, and firmly rooted in love. This five-week study explores the complicated and beautiful welcome of Jesus toward his most beloved creation, human beings. Jump in with us, individually or with a small group, and let’s transform how we show welcome.