Down Gilead Lane, Season 1 | Episode 5

BRAINS VS. BRAWN

Season Description

There’s something strange happening on Gilead Lane. A mysterious new neighbor has everyone talking! But what’s the real story behind the rumors? It’s the town’s biggest mystery and the Morrison kids want to know the truth about that CRAZY GRACE. From the first episode – you’ll get to know the Morrisons! They’re a family trying to live by God’s Eternal Word, while dealing with life’s everyday challenges. You’ll be there when Brooke stresses out about her first day in high school – or when Michael tries to be nice to the meanest girl in school. How does God help them through it all? That’s what you’ll discover – DOWN GILEAD LANE. 

Today’s Story

It's Report Card Day at the Morrison house! And Justin's is looking good! All "A"'s and NO "B"'s! But what about Michael's grades? Well, he didn't get any "B"'s either! And no "A"'s, for that matter…Oops!

Fast forward to gym class, where teams are being picked for a soccer match. It doesn't take Justin's amazing brain long to discover he's going to be the last one picked.

It's the hardest thing in the world to discover you're not good at something—and even harder when you're used to being great at other stuff.

HOW ABOUT YOU…Have you ever felt really bad about not being the best at something?

CHECK THIS OUT…There are different kinds of gifts but the same spirit (1Corinthians 12:4). As believers in Christ, we are all part of the same family. And just like the Morrisons, we have all been given different skills and abilities. The point is, it doesn't matter what gift you've been given as long as you use it for God and thank Him for it everyday.

P.S. If you're thinking, "I don't have a gift!" That's not true. You just haven't found it yet! And even if you have, you can always try new things! There are so many gifts beyond sports and academics that you can develop into lifelong skills. So keep trying things and never give up!