October 31, 2021

I’m Scared!

Bible Reading: Psalm 27:1-7 The sound of pattering footsteps filled the hallway as five-year-old Maverick ran to the door of his older sister’s room. “Marissa, I’m scared!” “What’s wrong, buddy?” Marissa asked. “There’s something knocking on my window,” Maverick said in a frightened voice. “Can you call Dad?” Their dad was at the neighbors’ house… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 56:3

October 30, 2021

Over and Over

Bible Reading: Proverbs 1:1-8 “Simon!” Mom called. “Come in and do your lesson for Bible club. You’ve been working with King for almost an hour!” “But, Mom, if I don’t train King every chance I get, he won’t be ready for the dog show next week,” Simon replied. “Besides, I already looked at my lesson…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 23:12

October 29, 2021

Hair-Raising Argument

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 2:22-26 “Just wait! I’ll get my ruler!” Becca shouted at her sister, Annie. She turned away from the family’s Saturday morning breakfast of pancakes and maple syrup to dig in her craft box. I know I’m right! Becca thought. Like all sisters, Becca and Annie sometimes argued. Occasionally, their disagreements slid… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 2:23

October 28, 2021

An Early Christmas Wish

Bible Reading: Proverbs 14:31; John 1:14; Philippians 2:5-8 “Dad, Christmas is coming!” said Marisol with a grin. “Christmas? It’s pretty early for that. You’re not giving me your wish list already, are you?” “I haven’t even thought about that yet,” Marisol said. “This will be our first winter since we moved here, so I have… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:17

October 27, 2021

It Takes Faith

Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:1-6 Abel and Maggie were enjoying a weekend at their grandparents’ cabin. While Grandma went to make hot chocolate, the twins sat with Grandpa in front of the fire and popped popcorn in an old-fashioned, long-handled basket. “In our class at church today, Peter said his dad doesn’t believe you need to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:6

October 26, 2021

Brand Names

Bible Reading: Acts 11:25-26; 1 Corinthians 13:4-6, 13 Erin and her friend Charlotte stopped to look at the window display in a clothing store. Erin turned to her mom, who had come to the mall with them. “Mom, look! That outfit is so cute! Can I get it for my birthday? All the girls wear… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 13:35

October 25, 2021

The Lasting Word

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 1:22-25 Sophie half-heartedly swung on the porch swing and gazed gloomily at the withering flowers and browning grass. The extra-hot summer had taken effect on the town’s usually vibrant and beautiful landscape. Almost all the flower gardens and bright-green lawns now looked wilted and drab. Sophie had been looking forward to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 40:8

October 24, 2021

Stronger than the Strongest Man

Bible Reading: Psalm 65:5-13 “Wow!” Braxton’s eyes went wide as he watched the circus performance. The posters said that the man he was watching was the strongest man in the world. He didn’t know if that was true, but the guy sure was strong. “Think you could do that?” His dad grinned over at him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Jeremiah 32:17

October 23, 2021

Ordinary People

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; 2 Timothy 4:9, 13 “Oh no!” Leo exclaimed. “I left my coat at Uncle Juan’s house. I think I left it in his truck.” “Well, I guess I can’t scold you,” said Dad. “I left something over there myself—some research books I took along to study during our visit. I… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 6:8

October 22, 2021

Made Special

Bible Reading: Genesis 5:1; Romans 9:20; 1 Timothy 4:4 Samantha was staring at the mirror in her bedroom when her older cousin knocked on her door. “Ready to go?” asked Avery. She had agreed to drive Sam to a birthday party across town. “I don’t think I want to go to the party anymore,” Sam… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:14