September 21, 2021

Goodbye and Hello

Bible Reading: John 14:1-6 “Lucy! Stop barking!” scolded Oliver as he scooped the feisty terrier into his arms and hurried to the window. “Maybe Jacob is home!” Oliver peered out and then shook his head in disappointment. “It’s just the mailman,” he told his mom. “Well, your brother will be here soon,” Mom assured him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 116:15

September 20, 2021

A Bird Named Witness

Bible Reading: John 6:47-51 “Hazel, would you please fill the bird feeder?” asked Mom as she peeled potatoes for dinner. “I noticed it was empty earlier.” Hazel took the bag of birdseed from under the counter and went outside to the patio. As she carefully poured the seed into the feeder, she noticed her mother… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 1:8

September 19, 2021

Somebody’s Blood

Bible Reading: Romans 5:6-11 “Hey, Grandpa, can we go for a hike in the woods behind your house?” Asher asked eagerly when he visited his grandfather one Saturday morning. “Let’s do it,” said Grandpa. “Want to take a picnic lunch along?” “Yeah!” Asher replied, and soon they were off on their adventure. They hiked all… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 1:14

September 18, 2021

Holding the Leash

Bible Reading: Psalm 73:23-26 “Mom! Look at how well Raquel is walking!” said Danielle as she stepped onto her scooter. “Yes, she is such a big girl now!” Mom said as she smiled down at Danielle’s one-year-old sister. Mom held Raquel’s little hand and was closely watching her baby steps. In Mom’s other hand was… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 73:23

September 17, 2021

Different Gifts

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 When Marshall and Nathan came home from school, Marshall went to his room, but his twin bounded into the kitchen. “I got all A’s on my report card,” Nathan announced. “Good for you!” Mom said, giving him a hug. She looked around. “Where’s Marshall?” When Nathan shrugged, Mom went and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 4:10

September 16, 2021

Market Day for Maya

Bible Reading: Psalm 37:3-4, 8 Maya and Marco ran ahead of their mother on the dusty path, too excited to hold themselves back. Today was market day, and Maya and her brother always enjoyed visiting the stalls selling fruits and vegetables, fresh eggs, and fragrant breads. But this trip included something special—new shoes. “Marco! Maya!”… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 37:8

September 15, 2021

The Home Run That Wasn’t

Bible Reading: Romans 8:26-28, 31 Miguel sat on the bench and waited for his turn at bat. His team was losing by just one run, and it was the last inning. If I get up to bat, God can help me get a hit, he thought, so he silently prayed, asking God to let him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 5:14

September 14, 2021

Holy Spirit Feet

Bible Reading: Romans 8:1-2, 8-11 “Wow! Look at all the shoes!” Scarlett exclaimed. “What kind should we get?” “Well, I need sneakers for gym,” answered her sister Aria. “But those sandals are really cute. I like the colors.” “You’re right! I’m definitely going to try those,” Scarlett said as she picked up a sandal to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:6

September 13, 2021

A Wren in the Sparrows

Bible Reading: 1 John 2:3-6 Lina raised her binoculars, eyes scanning over the marsh for a sign of movement. “Do you see any birds yet, Justin?” she asked her older brother. “Not yet,” he answered. “Because we’re here so early, the birds are just waking up. You have to be patient when you’re birdwatching.” Lina… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 2:5

September 12, 2021

Dad’s Umbrella

Bible Reading: Psalm 46:1-3; John 16:33 “I like walking in the rain,” said Ella as she and her dad headed for the grocery store. Dad held an umbrella, and Ella crowded close to him. Together they sauntered along, comfortable and dry under Dad’s big umbrella. At the store, Ella and her dad ran into the… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 46:1