December 21, 2018

Stand Still for a Miracle

Bible Reading: Exodus 14:10-13, 21-22; John 4:25-26 Ashlynn waited as her mother marked the back side of her angel’s dress with dressmaker pins and arranged the gold braids of fabric that wrapped around her waist and shoulders. Ashlynn was looking forward to the play, but she was tired of standing, so she wiggled and grabbed… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 1:23

December 20, 2018

Tree Problems

Bible Reading: James 1:2-4 “No job yet, Dad?” Cody asked when he got home from school. Dad shook his head, and Cody sighed. At the factory where Dad worked, many people—including Dad—had lost their jobs. Dad had not yet been able to find another one. Cody was worried about it, and he was sure Dad… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 1:3

December 19, 2018

The Glassblower

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:17-24 “Do you think you would have liked to live here more than a hundred years ago?” asked Kiri’s teacher as the class looked around the restored historical town they were visiting. Kiri laughed. “No, but it’s interesting.” She pointed to glass items on a shelf. “Those are pretty. I wonder how… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:2

December 18, 2018

Let Bygones Be Bygones

Bible Reading: Isaiah 43:25; Colossians 3:12-14 “You know why Theo came to our school this year instead of going to the one he was at before?” Mark asked his mom. “He got kicked out of his old school for cheating!” “How do you know that?” asked Mom. “Caden told me. He knows because his cousin… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:13

December 17, 2018

The Exchange Student

Bible Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21 “That was a good play,” said José, an exchange student from Mexico who was living with Ronan’s family. They were returning home after attending a Christmas program at church. “I’ve heard a lot about the Bible, but I’ve never been to a pageant like that one.” Ronan pointed. “Look! There are… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 3:10

December 16, 2018

No Room

Bible Reading: Matthew 25:37-40; Luke 2:1-7 “Rayna, how would you like to have a roommate for a few days?” Mom asked when she picked Rayna up from school. “Pastor Rollins is looking for places for the Peterson children to stay while their mother is in the hospital. I thought maybe we could take Morgan.” Rayna… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 25:40

December 15, 2018

Little to Give

Bible Reading: John 6:1-14 Alex sunk down in his wheelchair as his pastor talked about upcoming ministry opportunities. It was hard to be invisible when his wheelchair was out in the aisle. He wanted to serve, but how could God use him? When his friend Ethan nudged him, he realized he had missed what the… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 4:11

December 14, 2018

Where’s the Birthday Boy?

Bible Reading: Luke 2:7-16 “I love Christmas!” Aaliyah told her friend Piper. “Did you see that huge tree in the mall? It went all the way up to the ceiling! And I love the lights everywhere, and parties—and presents! I think I’m getting that new video game I told you about.” “My grandma’s giving me… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 2:11

December 13, 2018

Paid Fines

Bible Reading: Ephesians 1:3-10 Kristen bounded up to the library’s front desk with a book. She proudly presented her library card and watched as the librarian scanned it. But to Kristen’s surprise, the librarian frowned and handed the card back to her. “I’m sorry, but the book you returned last week was overdue, and you… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 1:7

December 12, 2018

Telling the Truth (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Proverbs 1:1-5 Marie was sitting alone on the steps, watching a group of girls play, when Lacey arrived at school. As Lacey sat down, Marie rolled her eyes. “I thought you were going to go play with the other girls,” she said. “Go ahead. I don’t care if no one likes me.” Lacey… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 1:5