May 9, 2021

Not Forgotten

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:14-18; Isaiah 49:14-16 “How was school?” Blake’s foster mom asked cheerfully as he shuffled in. “Fine,” Blake answered, avoiding her gaze. He hurried to his room and shut the door before throwing himself on the bed. Blake was dreading Mother’s Day. His class was doing a project to honor mothers, and it… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 49:15

May 8, 2021

Not Cheerleader Material

Bible Reading: Philippians 1:20 “Traci, are you really trying out for cheerleading?” asked Jennifer. “Yes!” said Traci. “I’m so excited!” Jennifer laughed. “Cheerleaders are slim, Traci. Not chunky like you. Do your body a favor and sew your mouth shut!” Traci was stunned. She rushed home, bypassing her afterschool snack and going straight to her… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:14

May 7, 2021

Braving Change

Bible Reading: Joshua 1:9 Nate sighed as he pulled clothes out of his closet and put them in a box. He didn’t like change. He didn’t even like to change the color of his socks. He liked to do everything the same every day. But things weren’t going to be the same anymore. He and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 41:10

May 6, 2021

First Aid Course

Bible Reading: Psalm 40:8-10 While walking home from school, Cora saw Mrs. Chen trip over the curb and fall to the ground. She quickly ran over to see if her elderly neighbor was hurt. Mrs. Chen was trying to get up when Cora reached her, but she obviously was in great pain. “It’s my back,”… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 3:15

May 5, 2021

They’re People Too

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:29-32; 5:1-2 “It’s not fair!” Lydia said as she followed her mother into the supermarket. She’d been complaining about a teacher almost nonstop since Mom picked her up after school. “When Mr. Benson said we could have free time to study and I opened my history book, my pencil fell off my… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:32

May 4, 2021

A Blank Piece of Paper

Bible Reading: Romans 6:13, 16; 12:1-2 “Who will volunteer to sign this?” asked Miss Miller, showing her Sunday school class a sheet of paper. “What’s it for?” asked one of the kids as several hands went up. “Well, when you sign it, you’ll be agreeing to do whatever I write on the paper,” said Miss… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 12:1

May 3, 2021

On the Right Track

Bible Reading: John 3:16-18, 36 Passenger trains no longer came through the little town of Judson, but for the city’s anniversary celebration, a train was running on the old tracks once again. “Look, Dad!” exclaimed Brandon, pointing to a sign. “Free rides!” Dad read aloud. “Climb aboard and enjoy an old-fashioned train ride to Rock… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 16:31

May 2, 2021

The Polishing Process

Bible Reading: Galatians 5:18-26 “I’m tired of trying to be nice to Jordan, Dad,” said Josiah. “He’s always bugging me. Today in Sunday school, he kept pestering me during the lesson. Why can’t he grow up?” Just then, Josiah’s younger brother dashed into the room. “Dad! Can we go look at my rocks now?” asked… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 1:6

May 1, 2021

Vital Signs

Bible Reading: Psalm 19:12-14 Tarak pushed open the door that had a sign with Dr. Sanjay Mahtani—the name of his father—printed on it. As he entered the waiting room, the office nurse smiled at him. “Hi, Tarak. Your dad is almost done for the day. He’ll be with you in a few minutes.” Soon Tarak… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Lamentations 3:40

April 30, 2021

Pedaling Together

Bible Reading: John 15:12-13 “All together now!” Eva called out. She and Grandpa sat in the back of a pedal boat while her sister Claire and Grandma sat up front. They started out all pedaling together. They were having a good time, but when Claire got tired, she lifted her feet. For a while, Grandma… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Galatians 6:2