April 9, 2021

A Good Friend

Bible Reading: Romans 15:1-2; Galatians 6:1-3 Wyatt threw his notebook against the wall of his friend’s room. “It’s no use, Isaiah! I’m never going to get this.” Isaiah set his own book down. “Calm down, Wyatt. Let’s go over it again.” “No! I’m done. You’ve been trying to help me for weeks, but I don’t… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 17:17

April 7, 2021

A Co-pa-cet-ic Day

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:105; John 20:30-31 “Hello, David,” said Grandpa. “Is everything copacetic with my grandson today?” “Co…pa…cetic? What does that mean?” But even as David asked, he was sure his grandpa wouldn’t tell him. Sure enough, Grandpa gave him a wink. “Look it up. That’s what dictionaries are for!” So David grabbed his tablet… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 20:31

April 6, 2021

Nolan’s Prayer

Bible Reading: Luke 6:27-36 Nolan wore a big smile as he and Parker walked home together. Parker looked at his little brother. “What are you so happy about?” Nolan’s grin grew even broader. “It worked! Pastor Dunn said we should pray for our enemies, so I’ve been praying for Derek ever since he knocked me… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:44

April 5, 2021

Firmly Staked

Bible Reading: Colossians 2:6-10 “We’ve got work to do before we go hiking,” said Dad as he and Eli reached their campsite, “so let’s get the tent up.” “All right! That will be fun!” Eli eagerly helped his dad stretch out the tent and set it up. Then he pounded the stakes into the ground… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 2:7

April 4, 2021

He Is Risen!

Bible Reading: Matthew 27:57-66; 28:1-10; John 3:16-18 Madison carefully helped her little brother cover the sticky marshmallow he had placed in the center of the dough. “Troy, this dough is like the tomb where Jesus was placed after He died on the cross.” Troy’s eyes widened as he popped another marshmallow into his mouth. “Why… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 28:6

April 3, 2021

Alive Again

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:20, 35-38, 42-44, 54-57 “I can’t wait for Easter Sunday tomorrow,” said Riley as she and her dad and brother swept out the garage. “Easter lilies are so pretty, and I like to hear the story of when Jesus rose from the dead.” “I like Easter dinner!” Owen said. “Everything is… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:54

April 2, 2021

Washing Feet

Bible Reading: Isaiah 1:18; John 13:1-17 Jacki glanced around nervously as she and her mom walked downtown to the park. They had to cross a street called Division Street to get there, which was named appropriately since it divided the rich and poor sides of town. Jacki always felt nervous crossing that street because a… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 1:18

April 1, 2021

The Bluebird

Bible Reading: Romans 12:10-12; Galatians 6:9-10 Taylor stood back and surveyed the work her family and others from her church had done on Ms. Leena’s home. Fresh paint coated the walls, brightening the room. “Thank you, Jesus!” Ms. Leena’s brown eyes sparkled, and she clapped her hands in excitement. “My house hasn’t looked this good… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 4:12

March 31, 2021

Pretty Flowers

Bible Reading: Matthew 6:25-34 “Pretty!” Elsa pointed at a butterfly swooping through the air. Mila frowned at the two-year-old and looked at their mom. “If you lost your job, how are you going to buy food for us?” she asked. Mom settled Elsa on her hip. “I’ll get a new job.” “What if you can’t… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 6:31-32