Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 5:15

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God's love plays a major role in the history of humanity as a whole and in the life of believers individually. Without His love, the world would look very different. Your life would also look very different. This reading plan shows you various aspects of the transforming power of God's love.

Here Comes the Son celebrates Jesus coming to earth as the fulfillment of God's plan to save humanity. It shows how God meets people where they are, ordinary or wise, young or old, and invites us to encounter him personally. This series reminds us that this is not just a story from the past but a present reality of hope, redemption, and love for all people.

You were hand-picked by Heaven and planted on purpose. In this 10-day journey from Pastor Flavia Murugi of Ruach West Assembly, rediscover what it means to live rooted in Christ, abiding through every season, trusting the pruning, and bearing fruit that reflects His love. You are chosen not by chance, but for impact. Stay rooted. Grow deep. Live fruitfully.

Psalm 103 is a God-aligned, Christ-exalting song. If you, like David, long to experience overflowing worship daily, call on your soul to refocus on God’s benefits and glorious attributes. This devotional is the third in a series that focuses on God’s abundant grace rather than life’s challenges.

Have you ever noticed that you can be physically at rest, yet internally restless? The world, the flesh, and the devil all conspire to pull us out of that inner rest. But in his letter to the Ephesians, Paul anchors us in a greater truth: we are seated in Christ. This spiritual reality isn’t just a theological concept, it’s transformational. It’s meant to shape our internal world, grounding us in peace, identity, and purpose no matter what surrounds us. This study is designed to equip you to 'Stay in the Seat'.

Chapter 5 is the centre point of Matthew’s presentation of the sayings of Jesus, particularly as it relates to the Law. I hope you are as taken by the words and authority of Jesus as I have been. This is nothing less than our manifesto – kingdom behaviour, ethics, and call, all in these verses. What Jesus says is pure genius. How Matthew puts it together is inspiring.

As Christians, we are not at home in this world. Instead, “our citizenship is in heaven” (Philippians 3:20). We are exiles and strangers here. What does this mean for our daily lives? How are we to act in the city and nation we are living in? This reading plan helps you find out.

Enrich your family time this Advent season with devotions from Shepherd on the Search! Explore the wonder of that first Christmas in a fun way while keeping the focus on Jesus, the true meaning of the season.

You may be in a season that allows for you to spend fun, quality time with your kids. What if you also added in some opportunities for your kids to take steps toward healthy maturity? In this plan (from leadership expert Dr. Tim Elmore) come 12 unique ideas, each constructed with an engaging activity and scripture to help you facilitate spiritual and emotional growth in your kids.