Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 11:29

We're all weary of something—isolation, injustice, fear, or pain that won't end. Like the psalmist, you may be crying, "How long, O Lord?" But your story doesn't have to end in despair...it can end in worship! Discover from James 1 how to endure trials, resist temptations, and focus on the unchanging source of your strength when everything else feels uncertain.

Pulling back the curtain to see the connection between film and faith. Reel Dialogue is a creative dialogue between the Christian faith and entertainment culture. (Yes, even films that address mental health) We provide film reviews, downloadable discussion guides, resources and events. Let's get the dialogue started on film. These conversations starters will help you start faith discussions with friends through the beauty of film.

The birth of Jesus reminds us that God doesn’t remain distant. In Jesus, God took on human flesh and moved into the neighborhood. The word used to describe this incredible event is “incarnation.” God came to us—not in abstraction or theory—but in real human flesh. God moved into the neighborhood to rescue us and remake our neighborhoods. This five-day devotional draws from themes in Derek Vreeland’s Bible study Incarnation: 8 Lessons on How God Meets Us, to help us rediscover the joy that came when God moved into our neighborhoods to rescue us and our neighbors.

In a world that often feels like it’s falling apart, Jesus is the living center who holds all things in the universe together. In these devotionals, Pastor Heath Hardesty reveals how being an apprentice to Jesus leads you into becoming more of your true self as you become more like Jesus.

We all know the sting of offense—betrayal, rejection, or words that cut deep. Left unchecked, offense grows into bitterness and steals our joy. In this 5-day plan, Alexandra Hoover invites you into her story and God’s story of healing. Together, you’ll discover how Scripture addresses offense and take steps toward freedom. Find the courage to release what’s been holding you back and step into the abundant life Jesus offers.

Life piles up. Work deadlines, family needs, finances, health struggles, church commitments—before long, it feels like the weight of the world is pressing down. As men, our instinct is to push harder, grit our teeth, and power through. But when we’re overwhelmed, God isn’t asking us to carry more—He’s inviting us to carry it differently. Let’s see what Scripture says about finding peace, strength, and perspective in the middle of the overload.

Anxiety doesn’t “disqualify” us from closeness with God. It can be the catalyst for greater intimacy with him. In taking just a few intentional minutes a day, your soul can transform from a storm of fear, worry, and overwhelm into a sanctuary of God’s powerful peace. You don’t have to stay knotted up in anxiety. The peace you long for is within reach.

“The presence of the Lord is the shelter we need when the situation feels overwhelming. It’s where our souls find rest and safety, even when chaos surrounds us. In Him, we discover a peace that surpasses all understanding, a stillness in the storm.” (Take Shelter In The Person Of Jesus – Elisha Jurgensen)

The holiday grief devotional goes beyond empty platitudes. When someone you love won't be home for Christmas, the holidays magnify your loss. This 5-day devotional meets you in the reality of grief—not where people think you should be. Addressing hard questions: What to do when God feels like the problem? How do you navigate grief? What about anger at God? Just honest Scripture, straight talk, and permission to grieve imperfectly through the hardest season. Based on the Holiday Grief Group by Bobby Bressman "When they wont be home for Christmas."

Psalm 23 is more than poetry; it’s a lifeline for every season of life. This 5-day plan will walk you through each verse, helping you experience God as your Shepherd who provides, restores, protects, and leads you home. Whether you’re weary, anxious, or simply longing for deeper peace, you’ll find fresh encouragement in the Shepherd’s presence and promises.