September 22, 2018

Filled with Good Things

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:8 Good morning, Kylan!” said Mom. She pulled out a can of orange juice from the freezer and ran it under some hot water. “Can I make you something?” On a normal Saturday morning, Kylan would have said, “Pancakes, please!” But today she looked down at the table miserably, her chin resting… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:8

September 21, 2018

Keep the Light On

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:102-105 Jalen finished his Bible reading, then checked off the corresponding reference on his sheet. “There!” he said. “I’m all done with this week’s youth group challenge. We had to read a different passage from the Bible every day this week.” “That’s great,” said Mom. “It’s always good when others encourage you… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:130

September 20, 2018

Behind the Scenes

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 Manuel rushed onto the stage, set some props in place, picked up some others, and rushed back off. He was the head prop person for the play the youth group was putting on at church. When the performance ended, Manuel finished what he had to do and picked up his… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:6

September 19, 2018

Domino Effect

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1, 8-11 Dominoes wound their way through a large room in the basement. “Wow! You have quite a domino network here,” said Amelia’s mother as she came down the stairs. She carefully picked her way to where Amelia was and dropped to the floor beside her. “How did your speech go—the one… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:9

September 18, 2018

The Manners Game

Bible Reading: Titus 3:1-5 “Scuse me,” Dex said as he reached across his sister’s plate to get the salt. Phoebe frowned. “Do that again, and I’ll wipe my knife on your shirt!” “Hey! Watch your manners—both of you!” said Mom. “Dex, if you want something, please ask to have it passed.” “But it’s quicker to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Titus 3:2

September 17, 2018

The Very Best News

Bible Reading: Psalm 40:9-10 Tyrell jumped off the school bus and ran home. He burst into the kitchen. “Mom! Mom! Guess what?” He ran through the house until he found his mom. “I won the spelling bee! I did it!” His eyes shone as he held out a big blue ribbon for her to see…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 1:16

September 16, 2018

Yo-Yo Joe

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:16-17, 23-24 “What should I do for the youth group talent night, Mom?” Joe asked as he put on his coat. “I have to let them know tonight. Lots of kids are singing or playing instruments or doing skits, but I can’t do any of those things. All I know how to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:17

September 15, 2018

From Sunflower to Son-Follower

Bible Reading: Mark 2:13-15; John 3:36 Janessa peered out the window as she munched on a sandwich. Dad’s car pulled up and honked. It was Dad’s week to watch her. “Bye, Mom!” Janessa hollered as she ran outside. “Dad! I learned something so cool!” Janessa said, plopping her bag at her feet. She balanced her… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 9:9

September 14, 2018

Volcanic Anger

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:26 The baseball blasted off Rob’s bat like a rocket. “Nice shot,” Buddy said. The ball crashed through the upstairs window of the Cooleys’ house. Mrs. Cooley screamed, and a man’s shouts filled the air. Rob dropped his bat. “We’re dead. Let’s get out of here.” Buddy nodded. “If we’re gonna run,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 1:19

September 13, 2018

Too Heavy to Carry

Bible Reading: Psalm 38:1-4 Grounded and bored, Piper slouched in the chair as she watched her baby sister play. Little Lexy, growing tired of her blocks, made her way to Piper’s backpack that leaned heavily against the brick hearth. Lexy picked up the straps and tried to lift Piper’s bag—an impossible feat, since Lexy was… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 11:28