Signs

Bible Reading: John 13:35 “Look!” said Trey as he pointed toward the ditch. “Somebody knocked that stop sign down again.” Dad pulled to the side of the road and got out of the car. “I wish people would learn to slow down when they come around this corner,” he said. Trey and Elijah got out…

Safe Anchor

Bible Reading: Hebrews 6:19-20 Lucas thought about what Pastor Smith was saying as he listened to the sermon in church. “You need to be anchored in Jesus to withstand the storms of life,” said the pastor. I know just what he means, thought Lucas. That’s like when Dad and I went on that deep-sea fishing…

The Dollhouse

Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:1-4 “Hi, Grandma!” said McKinley as she stepped off the bus. “I’m glad I get to spend the weekend with you.” “I am too,” said Grandma, giving McKinley a hug. “How is everything at home?” McKinley frowned. “I thought it was great that Dad got married again, but now I don’t like…

Fire!

Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 4:11-16 EDITOR’S NOTE: This story’s subject matter may not be suitable for young children. As Aaron helped Dad make dinner, he told him about the behavior of some of his classmates. “Those kids are only twelve or thirteen years old, like me,” said Aaron, “but you should hear them brag about…

True Story

Bible Reading: Luke 9:18-20 “Ow!” yelped Ava. “Quit pinching me, Drew!” “It’s St. Patrick’s Day, and you’re not wearing green,” said Drew. “That means you get pinched!” “I am wearing green!” Ava insisted. “My shirt is green. You just can’t see it because my sweater is covering it up.” She turned to her mother. “Mom,…

Shame Off You

Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:1-2 Casey was sitting on the edge of the deck, shoving a pointy stick into the muddy spring earth, when Grandpa sat down next to him. “Hey, buddy. You’ve been quiet ever since your parents dropped you off to take your little brother to the hospital. Anything you want to talk about?”…

A Time to Remember

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Eleanor and Keely had been friends for a long time. They lived on the same street and went to the same school. But now Keely’s family was moving away. On their last day together, the girls played at Eleanor’s house while Keely’s parents packed. “I’m already sad,” said Eleanor after…

So Much to Say

Bible Reading: Psalm 5:1-3 Maisie had spent most of the evening texting one friend after another. “Can I first text Bree real quick?” she asked when her mother told her to get ready for bed. “I want to see if she’s as nervous as I am about tryouts for the play.” Mom shook her head….

The Boss

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:22-25 “Hey!” called Bryan as he ran into house. “I got a job! I’m going to mow Mr. Radcliff’s lawn every week, and he’s going to pay me!” “That’s great,” said Dad, “but right now, I have a job for you. The garage needs to be swept, and there are tools that…

The Cost of Courage

Bible Reading: Isaiah 50:6-8; Matthew 9:10-13 “Great job in the game, Hailey!” said Mom. Hailey shrugged and sat down next to her on the sidelines. “What’s wrong?” Mom asked. “Is something bothering you?” Hailey’s eyes filled with tears. “It’s Kaylee and Jenna. They said they can’t be my friends anymore.” “Why?” asked Mom. “I thought…