February 16, 2022

Talented or Not

Bible Reading: Ephesians 2:4-10 Devin was stuck watching his cousin practice gymnastics. “I wish Mom wasn’t busy so I could just be at home,” he mumbled as he and his aunt sat down to watch Abbi. Aunt Mindy laughed. “She’s in the hospital giving you a baby sister, Dev.” Devin turned his gaze to the… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:1

February 15, 2022

Paid in Full

Bible Reading: Romans 5:6-9 Mia stepped into the department store, her eyes instantly fixing on the crystal music box glittering in the sunlight pouring in through the window. She had been searching for a birthday gift for her sister, Tarrin, and the music box would be perfect—if only she had the money to pay for… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 5:8

February 14, 2022

Love Cards

Bible Reading: 1 John 4:7-12, 19 “What are you doing?” six-year-old George asked his sister as he climbed onto the stool beside her. He frowned when he noticed the countertop was covered in paper and other craft supplies. Heidi dipped the pen she was holding into a jar of ink that sat beside her. “I’m… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 4:7

February 13, 2022

The Extended Guest

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:1-3 “Dad, how much longer does Uncle Tom have to stay here?” asked Aaron. “Well, one of Uncle Tom’s roommates is sick with COVID-19, and Uncle Tom is immunocompromised. That means his immune system isn’t as strong as yours or mine and it’s easier for him to get sick, so he needs… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 12:12

February 12, 2022

Barking Dogs

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 5:8-11 “Mom, wait!” Sienna called as she hurriedly tied her shoes. “I’ll come too.” Mom smiled and waited as Sienna ran to catch up with her. “I enjoy having you walk with me,” said Mom. “I like it too,” Sienna replied. “It’s peaceful on Saturday morning.” “Why don’t you come with… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 5:8-9

February 11, 2022

Bend Your Knees

Bible Reading: Psalm 55:16-17, 22 Liam sat slumped on the steps as he watched Uncle Brett help Mom carry the furniture from the house to his truck, which was parked in the driveway. Why doesn’t Dad care about me anymore? Liam wondered. His dad had moved out and filed for divorce. He told Liam that… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 5:7

February 10, 2022

Word of Mouth

Bible Reading: Psalm 40:9-10; 107:1-3 “How did your appointment go?” Dad asked as Lyla bounded into the kitchen when she and her mom returned from the dentist. “Good,” Lyla replied. “No cavities!” “Great,” said Dad. He cut into a loaf of sourdough bread. “I was just about to have some of the bread I made… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 107:2

February 9, 2022

Use Your Reins

Bible Reading: Romans 7:15-25 Kelly urged Sandstorm into a trot as she rounded the field. She loved riding, but today even the sun glinting off Sandstorm’s golden mane couldn’t stop angry tears from falling. Sandstorm took the opportunity to munch on some tasty grass. “Kelly, use your reins!” Aunt Selah yelled, jolting Kelly to attention…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 25:28

February 8, 2022

Being Content

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:4-13 “When I get older, I’m going to have a car like that,” Henry said as he watched a red sports car zoom by on the road in front of his grandparents’ house. “Yeah?” his grandpa asked from the porch swing beside him. Henry nodded. “I’m going to be rich.” “Will that… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:12-13

February 7, 2022

A Bad Day

Bible Reading: Matthew 6:6-13 When Mom heard Milo slam his bedroom door, she knew something was wrong. She found him sitting on his bed with tears in his eyes. “What’s wrong, Milo?” Mom asked as she sat down beside him. “I had a rotten day. I got a D on my English test—the one I… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 62:8