February 24, 2018

Why We’re Here

Bible Reading: Galatians 5:13 “Hey, Caleb!” Joe shouted when they got off the bus. “I almost forgot! Tomorrow, I’m going to Planet Pizza, and I was wondering if you—” “I’d love to go!” Caleb started running toward his house before Joe could finish his sentence. “I’ll ask my mom!” That night, Caleb asked his mom… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Mark 10:45

February 23, 2018

The Fix-It Kid

Bible Reading: Proverbs 15:23; 25:11-13 “Whoa!” Lachlan yelled as his remote control jeep crashed. He picked it up and saw that a piece had fallen off. Lachlan tried to fix the jeep—but it was no use. “Parker, can you fix this?” he asked his older brother. “You’re always breaking things!” said Parker. But he held… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 16:24

February 22, 2018

Diligent as a Dog

Bible Reading: Proverbs 6:6-11; Colossians 3:23-24; Hebrews 3:5-6 “Did you memorize today’s verse?” asked Shana. “This is the last week we can recite them for prizes.” Wilder scowled. “I hate memorizing. It’s too hard.” “Don’t forget to feed Bear,” Mom said as she cleared the table. “Then go get ready for church.” At the mention… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 9:10

February 21, 2018

Eyes on the Prize

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 12:1-3 Kieran watched as his uncle put a bone right in front of Trixie. “No, Trixie! No!” Uncle Stan told the puppy. “Look at me!” Trixie looked straight at her master’s face, then glanced down at the bone she wanted so much. “Trixie, no! Look at me!” The dog… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 105:4

February 20, 2018

Plug It In

Bible Reading: Philippians 2:12-13; James 1:21-25 “Mom, the toaster isn’t working,” said Jason. “It won’t heat up.” “Is it plugged in?” asked Mom. “Oops!” Jason plugged in the toaster. “No wonder it didn’t work.” The next morning, Jason shared his toaster incident with his class at church. Their teacher, Mr. Scott, smiled. “Jason, your story… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 2:13

February 19, 2018

As the Ball Bounces

Bible Reading: James 4:13-16 Trey faked to the right, then quickly changed directions and drove to the basket for another score. “That makes it 12-2, Dad,” he said, trying not to smile. Dad shook his head, breathing heavily. “I remember when the only time you ever beat me was when I let you win. I… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5-6

February 18, 2018

To Read or Not to Read

Bible Reading: James 1:12-15 Sierra shut her bedroom door and tossed her backpack onto the bed. She set her cat, Tommy, on the floor. “Stay away from the curtains, Tommy,” she warned. “You know you always get stuck in them.” Sierra flopped onto her bed and opened her backpack. After digging around a moment, she… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 1:12

February 17, 2018

Be Careful, Charley!

Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:1-3 Charley toddled happily around the living room. He had just learned to walk, and it was Lacie’s job to keep an eye on him while Dad was cooking dinner. He was a very curious little boy and almost always found a way to get into trouble. “Charley, get out of there!… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:1

February 16, 2018

A Son Forever

Bible Reading: Luke 15:11-24 Brock was sprawled on his bed with a book when Seth, his older brother, came into the room. “Hey, Brock, did you know that Dakota Smith talked with Pastor Briggs after church yesterday and decided to trust Jesus as his Savior?” “That’s good,” Brock said halfheartedly. “Maybe he’ll stay out of… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 10:28

February 15, 2018

A Feast of the Heart

Bible Reading: Psalm 33:20-22 Aisha very carefully rolled onto her side, trying to get a little more comfortable. At least she was feeling a little better than earlier. A quiet knock sounded on her door, and Dad came in. “Do you think you could handle some soup?” he asked. Aisha shook her head. “I’m sorry… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 15:15