June 23, 2021

The Jigsaw Puzzle

Bible Reading: Philippians 2:1-5 “Look at all the pieces!” exclaimed little Ryan when his brother and sister opened a puzzle box. “I want to help.” He began turning puzzle pieces right side up and looking for where they went. “Stop that,” said Penny, elbowing Ryan out of the way when he tried to add a… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:18

June 22, 2021

A Good Fisherman

Bible Reading: Matthew 4:18-22; John 1:35-42 Owen looked up from his fishing tackle box and saw his friend Caleb coming up the driveway. They were going fishing that afternoon. “Hi, Caleb,” Owen said. “Just checking to make sure all the lures and hooks are in order. I already checked my rod and dug up a… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 3:15

June 21, 2021

Finally Thirteen

Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 4:12-15 “Finally!” exclaimed Nicole when she came in for breakfast. “I was beginning to think this day would never get here. But it did, and I’m finally thirteen!” “Happy birthday,” said Cece, Nicole’s little sister. “But why are you so glad to be thirteen?” “Because now I’m a teenager, and people… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 4:12

June 20, 2021

Straight and Tall

Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:5-11 Amari watched as his dad pounded a post into the ground close to a young tree. He then began to tie the tree to the post. “Why are you doing that?” Amari asked. “If I don’t, this tree will not be straight and tall when it’s fully grown,” Dad answered. He… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:6

June 19, 2021

Secret Agent Kid

Bible Reading: Matthew 28:16-20 “As the raging walls of water collapsed and swallowed Pharaoh’s army, Moses led the Hebrews safely into the…” Vanessa broke her dignified stance and peeked at her note cards. “Sinai Desert.” Watching from the living room sofa, Dad smiled and winked in encouragement. Vanessa concluded her report. “They would have many… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 28:19

June 18, 2021

Precious Stones (Part 3)

Bible Reading: 1 John 4:9-10, 14-15 Zoe’s vacation time with Aunt Kim had been great, and all too soon it was time to go back home. The day before she left, her aunt gave her a special present—a little gold pendant with a real diamond chip. Zoe squealed in delight. “Oh, it’s so pretty!” she… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 4:9

June 17, 2021

Precious Stones (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Exodus 20:1-6; Revelation 21:10-11, 18-23 Zoe enjoyed learning about the various precious stones in her aunt’s jewelry store. “I didn’t know gems and jewels could be so interesting,” Zoe said one evening. “I always enjoy learning about them myself,” said Aunt Kim. She pulled a book from a shelf. “Here’s something you might… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 4:10

June 16, 2021

Precious Stones (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Matthew 7:21-23 “I’m so glad I can spend part of my summer vacation here in Colorado with you, Aunt Kim!” said Zoe. Aunt Kim was lots of fun, and Zoe loved to roam around Aunt Kim’s jewelry store and look at all the beautiful gems. The first day Zoe visited the store with… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Nahum 1:7

June 15, 2021

Ethan Helps Dad

Bible Reading: Psalm 127:1-5 Ethan could not believe how mad Dad had been lately. Mom said it was because his company had run into major problems with the construction of a building they were putting up. She said something about the state inspector not approving the plans Dad had drawn for the electrical wiring. I… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 127:2

June 14, 2021

Deaf, Yet Hearing

Bible Reading: James 1:21-25 “Our kids’ choir is going to sign the words as we sing today,” said Talia excitedly. “Even Milo will be able to understand them.” Milo was a deaf friend. As the choir sang, Talia noticed Milo watching attentively as the kids signed the words to the song. “It was so cool… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 1:22