Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 19:8

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

Our God is a God of justice! From the beginning to the end of the biblical story, God desires that all people will know him, and that humans would serve, not oppress; share, rather than hoard; and empower, rather than demean. This 7-day study takes you on a brief journey through both the Old and New Testament, and shares important examples from Christian history.

A blind beggar crying out desperately by the side of the road, an immoral woman despised as dirty by polite society, a corrupt government employee hated by all – how could any of these people from society’s fringes hope to connect with a holy God? Based on insights from the book of Luke in the Africa Study Bible, follow Jesus as he bridges the gap between God and the marginalized.

Learn how to love like you’ve been loved. This plan, with content from Called 2 Love: A 40-day Journey into Marriage Intimacy by Dr. David and Teresa Ferguson and Steve and Barbara Uhlmann, will help you begin to experience deepened closeness with your spouse and learn how to write your own marriage story. Experience God’s love for you and live out that love with your spouse.

Stories of Hope through music is a multimedia venture, created by Eric and Anissa Haney, through which we encounter hope in Jesus through inspiring New Testament stories brought to life through musical arrangements for jazz orchestra. Hear the music and read the devotional and stories in scripture through this 7-day reading plan.

How did Jesus make such a difference in this world? The Gospels reveal several answers, but one stands out. In this seven-day study, pastor Kyle Idleman reflects on how Jesus modeled for us specific ways of making a profound and lasting impact on others: one person at a time.

Does is seem strange that loving God and others more fully would be the result of a book focused on money? Dig into these excerpts showing what Jesus taught and we forgot. Swap duty for freedom, worry for gratitude, envy for joy as you begin to understand your calling to be God’s steward.

There are three great loves at the heart of Christianity: love for God, love for our neighbour and love for the lost. How can we put these loves into action, living out the two greatest commandments and the great commission very practically in our everyday lives?

We live in divided times, but Jesus modeled what it looks like to love across political, gender, religious, and cultural lines. His life was marked by loving people wildly different from Him, and He calls us to do the same. Explore this 7-day plan based on the small group study "Divided We Stand."

Have you ever noticed so much of Jesus' ministry happened over meals? Around the table, Jesus taught about the new community He was creating, called the Kingdom of God, and demonstrated who can be invited. In this series from Compassion Canada, we explore what the meals of Jesus can teach us about following Jesus and breaking our bread. 

Discover the transformative power of 'Forgiving As Christ Forgave.' This 7-day plan guides you through Biblical teachings on forgiving others and yourself, helping you embrace grace, heal from past hurts, and move forward with a renewed passion for God.

As caregivers, we’ve been called to teach our kids who Jesus is and how they can trust in him to be forgiven of their sins. But our calling doesn’t end there. We also are to teach them how to live like Jesus. This reading plan identifies seven core character traits of Christ you can point your kids toward to help them act like Jesus—to imitate him in daily life.

This seven-day devotional traces Jesus's final journey to Jerusalem, from his first announcement of what awaited him there to his arrival in nearby Bethany. Through Scripture readings and reflections, we’ll put ourselves in the shoes of Jesus’s companions—experiencing their hopes, fears, and moments of faith. As we witness Jesus's unwavering resolve in the face of what lies ahead, we'll consider what it truly means to follow him, even when God's plans challenge our expectations.

God wants you to listen and obey His voice. This 7 day devotional will deepen your connection with God, inspire self-reflection and nurture spiritual growth. Charlene Bigirimana invites women to embrace their unique walk with Christ and rediscover the extraordinary woman God created you to be - filled with faith, strength, and unwavering trust in His plan.

This 7-day reading plan offers a fresh look at what Jesus taught about money and giving. It gently challenges common assumptions about wealth, stewardship, and doing good with our resources. Through Scripture and reflection, it invites you to explore how generosity, faith, and trust in God can shape your financial choices. A thoughtful guide for anyone seeking to help build God’s Kingdom as a Faith-Driven or Impact Investor.

Every encounter with Jesus has the power to transform not only what we do, but who we are. Through this 7-day devotional you’ll walk through biblical stories where ordinary men and women crossed paths with the Savior and were never the same. From forgiveness and restoration to calling and mission, you’ll discover that Jesus is still meeting us today—to heal us, raise us up, and send us.

Join this 7-day journey and see how Jesus meets the ordinary moments of life and turns them into the extraordinary. From Zacchaeus in a tree to the disciples on the Emmaus road, from a boy’s small lunch to breakfast on the beach, discover how His grace transforms hearts, restores the broken, and welcomes the overlooked. Open your heart, pull up a seat, and let every meal, every encounter, and every day become a space where God’s Kingdom comes alive in your life.

Advent isn’t passive waiting—it’s an invitation to meet Jesus in ways that transform us. In this seven-day devotional, you’ll explore how encounters with Christ—from Mary and the shepherds to Zacchaeus and Simeon—rewrite stories and renew hearts. Live this season with active faith, renewed hope, and worship that responds to the God who still changes lives.

This seven-day plan helps believers learn to think, act, and live like Jesus. Each day explores an important aspect of His character, such as humility, obedience, love, and truth, demonstrating how to incorporate these qualities into everyday life. Discover the peace and power that come from walking with the mind of Christ.

This devotional for grads is perfect for a student after high school or college. With a specific reflection and Bible passage for each day, these devotions will help new grads ease into the next stage of their life leaning on Jesus.

People talk about faith. Tithing is faith in action. It is a living expression of faith, gratitude, sacrifice, and allegiance to Jesus as our king. Tithe, and your faith will develop in new ways. Tithe, and you’ll see God work and provide in incredible ways. This 7-day plan will help you understand what the Bible says about tithing and how to develop a faith-life that incorporates it. It’s an essential spiritual practice for following Jesus.

God loves using unlikely people in unforgettable ways. This 7-day Bible reading plan explores powerful stories of ordinary men and women whose weakness, courage, humility, repentance, and faith opened the door for God to move in extraordinary ways. As readers walk through these moments, they will be encouraged to trust that God can work through their lives too.

Discover how the biblical story transforms the way you think about work. Over 7 days, explore how Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration apply to your daily work—and learn what it means to lead redemptively for God's glory.

Have you ever had an encounter with someone that completely changed your life? Maybe it was a chance meeting with someone who inspired you. Maybe you met the love of your life when you least expected it. That’s exactly what happens when you encounter Jesus! Except, when you meet Jesus, it doesn’t just change your life in the here and now... it impacts your eternity.

Here on earth we will have experiences of feeling at home, a sense of belonging. We are called to strive for this as much as possible, whether in our private homes or in a church community. Both are images of the heavenly HOME. That heavenly HOME will ultimately and fully fulfill all our longing.