May 30, 2018

Thorns and Berries

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:8, 15-18 “What a mess!” Kiera said as she and her parents walked into Grandma’s living room. “This is terrible!” There had been a fire in Grandma’s house, and three rooms had been damaged by the smoke and flames. Kiera’s parents had come to clean up and get anything worth keeping…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 8:28

May 29, 2018

A Listening Ear

Bible Reading: Psalm 34:15-17; 55:16-17 As Colin sat down to begin his homework, he heard his little sister whining in the kitchen. He began to study, but all the noise his sister was making distracted him. Then Colin heard his mother’s voice. “Kristin, I want you to stop whining.” Colin returned to his homework, but… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:6

May 28, 2018

Not Forgotten

Bible Reading: John 14:1-3 “I’m all packed,” Lauren said as she sat down at the kitchen table. She grinned as Mom handed her a freshly baked cookie. “Thanks,” she said. “When are the Spencers picking you up for camping?” Mom asked. “A little after two o’clock,” Lauren mumbled through her cookie. “Well, thank them for… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 14:3

May 27, 2018

A Worm with a Purpose

Bible Reading: Ephesians 2:8-10; Colossians 1:16 “Come here, Mr. Wiggle Worm,” Peter said as he put an earthworm in a can. “Hey, Dad, are worms good for anything besides bird food and fish bait?” “Yes,” said Dad. “They help the earth breathe.” Peter laughed. “Like lungs?” Dad smiled. “Not exactly, but as worms burrow through… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 1:16

May 26, 2018

Construction Project

Bible Reading: Proverbs 16:19-24 “Milo, listen to me say this verse,” Joel said as he helped his little brother learn a memory verse for Sunday school. He recited each word slowly. “Okay, now see if you can repeat it.” Milo tried to repeat the verse, but he stumbled over the unfamiliar words. Joel tried to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 3:13

May 25, 2018

Disposable Friends

Bible Reading: John 15:13-15 Cara took her cookie and a glass of milk into the utility room, where Mom was folding laundry. “Mom, can I invite Amber over?” she asked. “She’s my new friend.” Cara dunked the cookie into her milk. Mom added a towel to the stack on the dryer. “And you probably want… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 27:10

May 24, 2018

Wedding Waiting (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Isaiah 61:10; 1 Corinthians 13:8-12 Thatcher and Mae had given up trying to eat the dry mints at their table at Jessica’s wedding. They had waited a long time already for their cousin and her new husband, Matt, to arrive so the reception could start. As her tummy growled, Mae said, “Food sounds… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 61:10

May 23, 2018

Wedding Waiting (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Romans 8:19-25 “This is taking forever, Mom. When will they be back?” Thatcher asked with a groan. “I’m hungry!” Mom smiled. “The bride and groom will be here soon. Then we can all eat. Why don’t you eat the mints here on the table to hold you over?” “Why do they give mints… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 8:22-23

May 22, 2018

Training Baxter

Bible Reading: Psalm 143:8-10; Titus 2:11-12 Cody’s black Labrador tilted his head to one side and lifted his front paw. “No, not shake! Fetch!” Cody walked over and picked up the ball for what felt like the hundredth time. “Can’t you learn anything? Fetch! Fetch, Baxter. Fetch!” Cody hurled the ball across the yard, and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 143:10

May 21, 2018

A Special Scrapbook

Bible Reading: Proverbs 2:3-5 “Mom, you’ve got to see this!” Angie called as her mother walked down the hall. “Have you memorized your Bible verse already and finished your homework?” Mom asked, stepping into the room. Angie rolled her eyes and pointed to her computer screen. “I’ve created a digital scrapbook of our vacation!” She… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 11:18