March 21, 2018

Lose the Cowbell!

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 Samantha sighed and slid in her earbuds. Sometimes being part of a blended family wasn’t easy. She now had three siblings instead of just one, and they were constantly arguing. “We always watch this game show on Mondays.” Jessica stood in front of the TV with her hands on her… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1

March 20, 2018

A Cluttered Heart

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:12-15 “Some friend Ginny is,” Amina said as she came into the house. “She invited me over, then forgot I was coming and went to the mall with her mom.” “Well, I’m sure it wasn’t intentional,” said Mom. “Can’t you forgive her?” “Why should I?” Amina asked indignantly. “Because Jesus has forgiven… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:13

March 19, 2018

Poisoned Minds

Bible Reading: James 2:1-4, 8-10 “Mom, my new school is awful!” Tommy said, almost in tears. “The kids are so mean! They think that because we’re Navajo, we wear war paint and feathers and say, ‘Ugh! How! Me Big Chief Tommy Hawk.’ It’s humiliating!” “I’m sorry, Tommy,” Mom said. “I know what it’s like when… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 2:9

March 18, 2018

Little Lost Lamb

Bible Reading: Matthew 18:11; Luke 15:4-7 “Mom!” Nia ran into the kitchen. “My lamb is gone! I’m sure I latched the door after I fed him, but it’s open now and Wooly is gone.” “Oh dear,” said Mom. “Well, we’d better go look for him.” They started off, calling Wooly’s name as they searched the… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 18:14

March 17, 2018

The Whole Parade

Bible Reading: Isaiah 55:8-9; John 9:1-3 “Why, God?” murmured Jolene as she hugged her baby brother. They had recently learned that Kyler was deaf. “Oh, Jolene,” Mom had said gently after they found out. “God’s ways are not like ours. He is good, so we need to trust Him, even when we can’t understand.” But… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5

March 16, 2018

Swaying Castle

Bible Reading: Proverbs 12:17-22 “There!” Isaac said as he finished pounding a nail. “This is the best tree house ever! When it’s really windy like this, you can feel the whole tree house move. It’s like being in a swaying castle! Let’s ask if we can sleep out here tonight.” “I know my dad won’t… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:25

March 15, 2018

Just Trust

Bible Reading: Isaiah 26:3-4 Just as Mom and Alana were sitting down to eat lunch, the door opened and Dad walked in. His clothes and face were dirty, and his hand was bandaged. “What happened?” cried Mom. “The apartments near my factory caught on fire, and several of us ran to help,” Dad said. “You’re… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 16:31

March 14, 2018

Refresher Course

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 11:18-21 You have a new high score! The screen flashed in bright red letters. Marissa sighed and set the tablet down. She went to the kitchen where her mother was cooking. “Mom, I’m tired of the games on my tablet. I need something different to do on weekends. I wish I could… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:105

March 13, 2018

The Good Fruit Tree (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Psalm 92:12-15; Romans 3:23-26 Grandfather turned the ignition key, and the truck roared to life. “Let’s get home and plant this apple tree, Timmy. Will you help me care for it? We’ll plant it, water it, and protect it so it produces good fruit.” “Sounds like a lot of work.” Timmy grinned. “And… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 27:6

March 12, 2018

The Good Fruit Tree (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Luke 6:43-45 “Hop in, Timmy.” Grandfather opened the truck door. “Time to select our new apple tree.” Timmy climbed in and fastened his seat belt. When they got to the nursery, they walked between rows of young trees. “How about this tree, Grandfather?” Timmy stood on his tiptoes and stretched his fingertips to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 6:43