July 15, 2017

Drifting

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1-3 I’m beginning to wonder if there are any fish in this lake,” said Dad as he baited his hook with another worm. He and Charis had been fishing for nearly two hours. “We’d better catch some or Mom will make us take her out to dinner.” Charis laughed as she looked… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:2

July 14, 2017

Homesick for Heaven

Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:13-16 Kelly snapped one last picture of the Eiffel Tower. “It’s so beautiful against the sunset!” She sighed. “I can’t believe this is our last night here.” “I know,” Mom said. “Though I’m actually excited to be going home.” “But this has been the best vacation ever,” said Kelly’s sister, Allison. “I’m… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 3:20

July 13, 2017

What’s Running through Your Head?

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 “Turn on the radio, Dad,” Melissa called from the back of the minivan. “We’ve been driving forever.” “Yeah,” said Robert. “It’s boring back here.” Dad glanced at the twins in the rearview mirror. “Sorry, guys,” he said. “I hate to ruin your fun, but I don’t like your music.” Robert… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 3:15

July 12, 2017

Invalid Request

Bible Reading: Psalm 66:16-20; 1 John 5:14-15 “Mom!” called Piper. “I’m making party invitations on the computer, and something’s wrong!” Mom came and looked over her shoulder. “See?” Piper pointed to two words in the middle of the screen. “It says, ‘Invalid request.’ What does that mean?” “It means you pressed a key that asked… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 4:3

July 11, 2017

If It Feels Good

Bible Reading: Romans 8:12-14 Drops of rain glittered on the lawn, and the wet grass felt good on Jase’s bare feet. He walked out to the garden, relishing the feeling of mud squishing through his toes. Then Mom called him in so they could leave for his dentist appointment. Jase hurried through the kitchen to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 6:18

July 10, 2017

Helping Find the Lost

Bible Reading: Luke 15:4-10 “Mom, have you seen my other tennis shoe?” Mia ran from room to room with only one shoe on, desperately looking for the other one. She was supposed to be leaving to spend the night at her friend Aryanna’s house. “No, but I can help you look. Do you remember where… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 15:10

July 9, 2017

Security Blanket

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 31:7-8; Joshua 1:5 Mae, I’d like you to put Matt down for his nap today,” said Mom. “I need to make an important phone call.” “Okay,” said Mae, smiling at her little brother. “Nap time!” she announced to the energetic little boy. Laughing, Matt toddled away, wanting his sister to chase him…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 28:20

July 8, 2017

Monkey Business (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Ephesians 2:4-9 Naomi pulled the curtain back from the living room window and watched her pet monkey pace around the yard. “Mickey’s not happy being outside by himself,” she told her mom. “But he’s been naughty, so I’m going to leave him there for a while.” Mom nodded. “I saw him pulling at… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 6:23

July 7, 2017

Monkey Business (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:5-11 Naomi, a missionary kid, lived along the Amazon River in South America. She had a unique variety of pets. She especially loved Mickey, her kitten-sized monkey, but he was such a rascal! One day, he scampered to the bookcase and cautiously ran his hand across the books. Then he began tearing… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:7

July 6, 2017

Silent Witness

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:5-10 Wearing a big smile, Dad walked into the living room where Kadie and Mom were playing a board game. “Kadie, do you remember when you went out for pizza with your youth group last month?” “Sure,” said Kadie. “We had lots of fun.” “Well,” said Dad, “Pastor Williams just sent… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:6