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

April 29, 2021

The Monster

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-14 The wax museum—filled with extremely realistic full-size figures of famous people—went completely dark the instant the storm cut the electricity. Courtney crouched low. “Jimmy—where are you?” “I’m over here.” Courtney crawled toward his voice and grabbed onto his leg. “Why did I go into the monster exhibit with you? I should’ve… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 13:5

April 28, 2021

Instant Everything

Bible Reading: Romans 14:10-13; Galatians 6:1-2 “I’m hungry,” said Peyton. “Can I heat something up for dinner?” “Sure,” said Mom. “Why don’t you fix something for all of us. How about TV dinners?” “Okay. But can I make some extra potatoes? We have a box of instant mashed potato flakes, don’t we? I know how… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 15:1

April 27, 2021

Knock, Knock

Bible Reading: Luke 11:9-13 All the way home from school, Hugh worried about how he’d get into the house. Maybe Mom will be home from work early today, he thought. But when he got home, Mom’s car wasn’t in the driveway. Oh well. Marilyn will be here in a minute. She’ll have a key. As… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 4:2

April 26, 2021

Rejected or Accepted?

Bible Reading: Matthew 26:65-67 “Hey, Dad,” Zachery said as he came into the living room with his shoulders slumped. “Hey, Zachery. What’s wrong?” asked Dad. “I had a really bad day at school. Some of my friends were laughing at me because I was talking to the new kid. They didn’t want me to talk… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:1

April 25, 2021

Handle with Care

Bible Reading: Luke 12:16-21 CRASH! The sound of shattering glass echoed through the house. Bridger and his mom ran into the kitchen. “Oh, Faith! My new vase!” Mom exclaimed when they saw the little girl looking in dismay at pieces of a glass vase scattered all over the floor. Faith began to cry. “I didn’t… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Mark 8:36