Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:15

“The Gospel is no delicate matter. It is explosive, powerful, awesome and extremely effective at causing change. Simultaneously it is gentle and full of love, grace, and patience. Only God could create something that is somehow incredibly powerful in its simplicity. In its purest form it is after all quite uncomplicated.” (TNT – Robbie Parkin)

In this devotional, we will look at Jesus' most famous sermon: The Sermon on the Mount! We will see what Jesus has to say about: - Living life as a Christian - Reaching others for Jesus - Calling to higher standards and convictions - Prayer & Fasting - Anxiety & trust in God - Faith - And more!

Praying in line with scripture is powerful. When we pray scripture, we agree with God’s purposes for us. In this plan we will go through 7 scripture-based prayers for your marriage. Learn the heart of God for your marriage, and pray in line with His word. Invite His love, protection, and presence into your union.

Our devotional material focuses on God’s holiness from the book of 1 Peter. The goal is for people to have a more thoroughly biblical view of holiness that glorifies God, transforms their hearts, and increases missional passion.

When we live a life of excellence, we become a powerful influence for Christ in the world. We bring in the hidden and visible components of excellence that make us the salt and light of the world. As we desire to excel, may we add divine flavor, bring healing, create a thirst for Christ, serve as preservatives, and permeate the system.

This 7-day plan on restoration will take you on a journey through the gospels, with prayers and reflections to help you connect with God as we approach Easter. In the Bible, we read many stories of Jesus restoring people to their God-given potential. He showed them a glimpse of God’s kingdom and his plan to renew all things. And he’s doing the same today.

Somewhere inside, you’ve sensed there’s more—not more to achieve, but more to give, to see, to become. Purpose doesn’t arrive all at once; it reveals itself in pieces—the burdens you carry, the perspective you hold, the impact you have, and the gifts already in your hands. This 7-day journey will help you begin to discover your purpose: the life God designed you to live, the healing He created you to bring. Through Scripture, prayer, and simple daily steps, you’ll name what’s already been growing in you. If you’re ready to start—this is your next step.

Welcome to “Whispers from the Olive Tree,” a 7-day devotional to uplift and inspire seniors as we age gracefully. This devotional explores the unique characteristics of the olive tree and how they relate to the life phases of society’s elders. It provides inspiration, encouragement, and a deeper understanding of God’s unwavering love, presence, and purpose amidst the evolving seasons of aging.

Becoming a believer is not just about accepting Christ into our hearts, submitting to His Lordship and surrendering to the transformation process. It’s also about serving in His kingdom and sharing the Gospel (We Are All Ministers – Abigail George). Over the next week, pray for the Lord to bring you opportunities to tell people about Him – He will be there right alongside you!

Loving others is hard. It goes against our heart's natural tendency to live for ourselves. It challenges us to put the needs of others above our own and model Christ's compassion. It calls us to give up our desires, resources, and time. This devotional shows our need for Christ's equipping to develop a servant's heart. Based on the book "Neighborology: Practicing Compassion as a Way of Life" by David Apple.