30 Day Bible Reading Plan for the Gospels

The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are the first four books of the New Testament, focusing on the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This 30 day Bible reading plan is designed to help you read through the Gospels in a month, providing a comprehensive overview of Jesus’ teachings and actions.

Gospels Bible Reading Plan

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Day	Scripture	Description
1	Matthew 1-4	The genealogy of Jesus, His birth, and the beginning of His ministry.
2	Matthew 5-7	The Sermon on the Mount, including the Beatitudes and the Lord’s Prayer.
3	Matthew 8-10	Jesus’ miracles, the calling of the disciples, and instructions for ministry.
4	Matthew 11-13	Jesus’ interactions with John the Baptist and the Pharisees, and parables of the kingdom.
5	Matthew 14-16	The feeding of the 5,000, walking on water, and Peter’s confession of Christ.
6	Matthew 17-19	The Transfiguration, teachings on forgiveness, and the rich young ruler.
7	Matthew 20-22	Parables of the kingdom, the triumphal entry, and the greatest commandment.
8	Matthew 23-25	Woes to the scribes and Pharisees, the Olivet Discourse, and the parable of the talents.
9	Matthew 26-28	The Last Supper, Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion, and His resurrection and the Great Commission.
10	Mark 1-3	The beginning of Jesus’ ministry, the calling of the disciples, and confrontations with the Pharisees.
11	Mark 4-6	Parables of the kingdom, the calming of the storm, and the feeding of the 5,000.
12	Mark 7-9	Teachings on tradition, the Syrophoenician woman’s faith, and the Transfiguration.
13	Mark 10-12	Teachings on divorce, the rich young ruler, and the greatest commandment.
14	Mark 13-16	The Olivet Discourse, the Last Supper, Jesus’ arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection.
15	Luke 1-3	The births of John the Baptist and Jesus, and the beginning of Jesus’ ministry.
16	Luke 4-6	Jesus’ temptation, rejection at Nazareth, and the Sermon on the Plain.
17	Luke 7-9	The faith of the centurion, the raising of the widow’s son, and the Transfiguration.
18	Luke 10-12	The sending of the 70, the Good Samaritan, and teachings on prayer and hypocrisy.
19	Luke 13-15	Parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and prodigal son.
20	Luke 16-18	The rich man and Lazarus, the persistent widow, and the Pharisee and the tax collector.
21	Luke 19-21	The triumphal entry, the cleansing of the temple, and the Olivet Discourse.
22	Luke 22-24	The Last Supper, Jesus’ arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection.
23	John 1-3	The Word became flesh, John the Baptist’s testimony, and Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus.
24	John 4-6	The Samaritan woman, the healing at the pool of Bethesda, and the Bread of Life discourse.
25	John 7-9	Teachings at the Feast of Tabernacles, the woman caught in adultery, and the healing of the man born blind.
26	John 10-12	The Good Shepherd, the raising of Lazarus, and the anointing at Bethany.
27	John 13-15	The Last Supper, Jesus washing the disciples’ feet, and the promise of the Holy Spirit.
28	John 16-18	Jesus’ final teachings, His prayer for the disciples, and His arrest and trial.
29	John 19-21	The crucifixion, resurrection, and post-resurrection appearances of Jesus.
30	Reflection	Take a day to reflect on what you’ve read and how it applies to your life.

As you read through the Gospels, pay attention to the words and actions of Jesus, and consider how His teachings and example can transform your life. Pray for a deeper understanding of who Jesus is and for the grace to follow Him more closely.

All Scripture references are from the New King James Version (NKJV) of the Bible.

How Can a 30 Day Bible Reading Plan on the Holy Spirit Enhance My Understanding of the Gospels?

A “30 days exploring the holy spirit” offers a focused approach to deepen your understanding of the Gospels. Each day unveils insights about the role of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ ministry, guiding believers. This structured reading can transform your faith, enrich your perspective, and strengthen your connection with the divine.

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