Rooted Bible Reading Plan

This 4-week series is designed to root us in God’s story and how it connects with ours. Let's dive into Scripture to explore God’s character, love, and purpose.

Bible Reading Plan

14th Week – Day 5: The Yes That Overcomes Our No

Scripture: 1 John 1:7 (NIV) “…the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.”

Devotional: Even when we say...

14th Week – Day 4: The Pit and the Promise

Scripture: Psalm 40:2 (NLT) “He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground...

14th Week – Day 3: The Blood that Speaks a Better Word

Scripture: Matthew 26:28 (NIV) “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.”...

14th Week – Day 2: The Crowd and the King: Misplaced Expectations

Scripture: John 12:13 (NIV) “They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, ‘Hosanna!’ ‘Blessed is he who comes...

14th Week – Day 1: The Way of the Donkey: Humility over Hype

Scripture: John 12:14-15 (NIV) “Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it, as it is written: ‘Do not be afraid, Daughter Zion;...

13th Week – Day 5: True Worship

Scripture: Matthew 26:10,12 (NLT) “Why criticize this woman for doing such a good thing to me? …She has poured this...

13th Week – Day 4: The Danger of Greed

Scripture: John 12:4-6 (NLT) “But Judas Iscariot, the disciple who would soon betray him, said, ‘That perfume was worth...

13th Week – Day 3: Open-Handed Generosity

Scripture: Matthew 9:10 (NLT) “Later, Matthew invited Jesus and his disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many...

13th Week – Day 2: Leaving It All

Scripture: Matthew 9:9 (NLT) “As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at his tax collector’s booth....

13th Week – Day 1: Two Masters

Scripture: Matthew 6:24 (NLT) “No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to...

12th Week – Day 5: Kingdom Ambassadors

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20 (NLT) “So we are Christ’s ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ...

12th Week – Day 4: Love Your Enemies

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-45 (NLT) “You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love...

12th Week – Day 3: Marked by Love

Scripture: John 13:34-35 (NLT) “So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should...

12th Week – Day 2: Dying to Live

Scripture: John 10:10 (NLT) “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and...

12th Week – Day 1: Called to the Kingdom

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25 (NLT) “Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up...

11th Week – Day 5: Losing to Gain Everything

Scripture: Matthew 16:25 – “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find...

11th Week – Day 4: The Wisdom of Surrender

Scripture: Luke 14:31-32 – “Or suppose a king is about to go to war against another king. Won’t he first sit down and consider...

11th Week – Day 3: Counting the Cost

Scripture: Luke 14:27-28 – “And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. Suppose one of you wants...

11th Week – Day 2: The Invitation is Open, But Not Easy

Scripture: Luke 14:16-17, 23 – “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests… Then the master told his...

11th Week – Day 1: Rooted in Christ

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7 – “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and...

10th Week – Day 5: Dying to Live

Scripture: “Whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” — Matthew 16:25...

10th Week – Day 4: Who Are You Imitating?

Scripture: “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.” — Ephesians 5:1 (NLT)...

10th Week – Day 3: Living as a Jesus Person

Scripture: “And in Antioch, the disciples were first called Christians.” — Acts 11:26 (ESV) Devotional: The early followers...

10th Week – Day 2: The Danger of Cheap Grace

Scripture: “Cheap grace is the grace we bestow on ourselves… grace without discipleship, grace without the cross, grace without...

10th Week – Day 1: The Cost of the Kingdom

Scripture: “Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and...

9th Week – Day 5: The Courage to Be Different

Scripture: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9 Peacemaking is not...

9th Week – Day 4: A Hunger for What’s Right

Scripture: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” — Matthew 5:6 What we...

Book Recommendations - Want to dive deeper this month?

'Knowing God' by J.I. Packer: For deeper theological exploration, perfect for those seasoned in faith.

'God’s Big Picture' by Vaughan Roberts: An approachable guide to understanding the Bible, great for those newer to faith or Bible study.

Knowing God God’s Big Picture

Monthly Bible Verse:

Romans 3:23—“for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”

How to Use This Plan:

• Set a Routine: Dedicate 5 minutes each day to read, reflect, and pray.

• Prepare Your Heart: Begin with a simple prayer, inviting God to speak to you.

• Engage Fully: Read the passage, reflect on the focus, and use the prayer prompt to connect with God.

• Take Notes (Optional): Jot down key takeaways or personal insights in a journal.

• Invite Others: Share this journey with a friend or small group for encouragement.