July 19, 2018

All Roads Lead to Rome (Part 1)

Bible Reading: John 14:6; Acts 17:10-12 “It’s so pretty here!” Kinley told her aunt and uncle as she gazed around the picnic area. She turned to her brother. “Don’t you wish we could live in the Rockies, Elliot?” “It sure is nice,” Elliot said. “Look—I guess everybody likes this spot. There are paths coming here… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 17:11

July 18, 2018

Walking Home

Bible Reading: Psalm 23 Owen looked at the frail man on the bed. Grandpa’s getting so weak, he thought. I know he’s going to die soon. “Are you afraid, Grandpa?” he asked. “No, Owen.” Grandpa smiled as he reached for Owen’s hand. “I’m not afraid to die. Jesus is with me. I’m going home to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 23:4

July 17, 2018

Swimming in Disobedience

Bible Reading: Exodus 20:1-17 It sure is hot, Lucas thought. I wish Grandpa would let me go swimming. Lucas was spending the summer with his grandfather in Florida, and Grandpa had told him there could be alligators nearby. So while his grandpa napped after lunch each day, Lucas sat in the backyard looking longingly at… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 14:30

July 16, 2018

Pretty Presents

Bible Reading: Romans 12:1-2 “Whoa!” Shawna exclaimed when she saw the pile of things her mother had laid out on the table. “Is Gracelynn getting all of that for her birthday?” Mom nodded. “Grandma brought some of it over. She found a lot of things on sale, so your little niece is probably getting more… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 12:1

July 15, 2018

A Sharp Sword

Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:13-17; Hebrews 4:12-13 “We had a missionary from Guatemala in my class today,” Maverick said as his family drove home from church. “Mr. Munroe showed us a machete. It was big—and he said it was very sharp.” “What’s a shetty?” asked Maverick’s little sister. “Not shetty, Charis—MA-che-te,” Maverick corrected her. “It’s something… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 4:12

July 14, 2018

Brothers and Sisters

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:43-44; Galatians 6:9-10 Nora let the door bang shut just as her brother reached it. “Well, thanks,” Boyd said sarcastically. “You never hold the door open for me,” said Nora. “You never hold the door open for me,” echoed Boyd. Nora scowled. “Don’t copy me.” “Don’t copy me.” “Stop it, Boyd!” yelled… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 34:14

July 13, 2018

A Habit of My Own

Bible Reading: Matthew 7:1-5 Laila longed for a friend in the small town her family had recently moved to, but there was no one her age in the neighborhood. No one, that is, except Molly, and Laila didn’t want to be friends with her. “She giggles all the time,” Laila told her mother. “It drives… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 7:1

July 12, 2018

The Gift

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-16 Editor’s note: This story’s subject matter may not be suitable for young children. “I got the mail!” Shae said as she came into the kitchen. “There’s a package for you from Aunt Belle. I bet it’s a birthday present.” Shae handed the package to her mom and laid the rest of… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 100:3

July 11, 2018

Camp Rumble-Grumble

Bible Reading: Daniel 12:3; Philippians 2:12-16 The dark sky over Star Mountain Camp rumbled with thunder. “Macaroni and cheese, everybody freeze!” Rob, the camp counselor, called out over the rowdy summer campers. It had been raining all week, and everyone was getting restless. “For this next game, I’ll need some volunteers,” he announced. Hands shot… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 2:14-15

July 10, 2018

Hospitality Habits

Bible Reading: Romans 12:9-13 Hannah gave herself a quick look in the mirror while Faith twirled around in her new skirt. “Girls!” Mom called. “Our company is almost here!” The sisters giggled and raced down the hall. A few minutes later, Mrs. Kelly arrived with her daughter Brittany, who was about the girls’ age, and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 4:9