Gospels in 40 Days

The four Gospels tell the story of Jesus from four distinct angles. Matthew presents him as the King of Israel. Mark shows him as the Servant who acts with urgency. Luke reveals his compassion for the outcast. John declares him to be the eternal Word made flesh. In 40 days this plan takes you through all four, giving you a complete portrait of Christ.

40Days
Matthew, Mark, Luke, JohnReading Scope
2-3 chapters/dayDaily Pace
10-15 min/dayDaily Time
89Total

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Who This Plan Is For

This plan is for anyone who wants to know Jesus more deeply, whether new to the Bible or returning for a focused study of the Gospels.

Tips for Completing This Plan

  • Notice how each Gospel writer emphasises different aspects of Jesus’s character.
  • Read each miracle and ask: what does this reveal about who Jesus is?
  • The Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 is worth re-reading slowly.
  • After finishing, compare how each Gospel tells the resurrection account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the four Gospels contradictory?

No. They are complementary accounts written for different audiences. The differences are in emphasis, not contradiction.

Which Gospel should I read first?

Mark is the shortest and fastest-paced. John is the most theological. Luke is the most narrative. Matthew is the most structured.

What comes after this plan?

Acts follows naturally as the continuation of Luke’s account.

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