Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 1:18

In a brand new devotional series titled, The Reason for the Season, Pastor Jim Cymbala provides fresh insight into the Christmas story. As he addresses the unspoken sadness that many carry at this time of the year, Pastor Jim Cymbala challenges us to think about what would mean the most to Jesus this holiday season.

A Bible reading plan for cowboys and country folk who want to go deeper into the truth of God's Word. Author Kevin Weatherby walks readers through the book of Matthew, translating the truth into common language for cowboys to understand and reckon with.

God created human beings for a relationship with Him and with others. Therefore, cultivating healthy relationships should be of great importance to every follower of Jesus. This plan examines four relationships that we read about in the Bible, exploring the healthy relationship foundations we read about along the way.

God loves us so much that he sent Jesus to save us and remain with us—today and every day. This holiday season, focus your celebration of the Christmas promise with God Is with Us: 10 Christmas Reflections from Our Daily Bread. For 10 days, be inspired with short devotionals that help you embrace the promises of God’s constant presence and ponder all the ways He is with you.

We associate Christmas with a busy season, but the true meaning of the holiday is the long-awaited birth of our saviour. Join us on this 10-day journey as we wait for (Christ)mas together.

Join us for a 12-day experience through the original Christmas story. As we consider the people, places, and events from more than two thousand years ago, we hope you will experience this Christmas in a new and perhaps unexpected way.

This plan is a guide to discover God’s story as it unfolds in the Bible - from Genesis through Revelation. Over 12 days, each devotional will introduce one part of that story. Each will list the Scripture passages covering that period, and dates, highlight its main points and briefly summarize the part it plays within the context of God’s redemptive plan. The Bible reading each day should take about 30 minutes.

Jesus’ story on earth starts long before He was born. It begins in the wombs of women whose stories are complex, messy, and often unexpected. Join us as we dive into the lives of five incredible women—Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary—who made up Jesus’ lineage and discover how they made a mark not only within their lifetimes, but also in the years and years to come.

Join us on a journey through the Christmas Story in Matthew & Luke, focusing on 12 characteristics of God himself. May you be encouraged this holiday to dive deeper into a relationship with Him!

Discover the profound significance of the Christmas season with Dr. Owen Strachan's new 12-day Advent devotional from the James Dobson Family Institute. This transformative series invites you to delve deep into the heart of the holiday, exploring the rich tapestry of God's promises, the miracle of Mary's pregnancy, and the life-changing implications of Jesus' birth. Each day’s reflection offers a unique perspective, helping you connect more intimately with the story of Christmas and its relevance to your life today. Join Dr. Strachan on this illuminating journey and embrace the joy, hope, and renewal this season brings.