April 26, 2017

The Leech

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:10-16; Colossians 4:2-6 Brielle and Zane came laughing and splashing out of the water and onto the beach near their family cabin. The cool water had felt wonderful on such a warm day, but as Brielle began toweling off, she suddenly stopped laughing. She shrieked in horror and pointed at her ankle…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:13

April 25, 2017

Leaning Lydia

Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:1-6 “Can you quiz me on some review questions for a test, Dad?” Lydia asked one evening. Dad agreed, so Lydia handed him her study sheet. Dad asked Lydia several questions on topics she had studied. “Just a few to go,” Dad said finally. “What’s the name of the tower in Italy… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5

April 24, 2017

A Friend of Sinners

Bible Reading: Luke 6:27-36 Max strung out a long piece of cheese and took a bite of his pepperoni pizza. He loved this restaurant—it had tons of fun games. This would’ve been the best day ever except for the mean kid. He looked across the table at his mother. “Mom, see that tall kid over… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 6:35

April 23, 2017

The Broken Train

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:4-7 “Oh, Nathan, don’t cry,” Sierra told her little brother when he showed her his broken train. “Let’s go see if Grandpa can fix it.” They took the train to Grandpa. “No problem,” he said after checking it over. “I’ll make it good as new.” The kids followed him to his workshop,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:6

April 22, 2017

Respecting God’s Stuff

Bible Reading: Colossians 1:15-20 Eric stomped into his brother’s room. “You are not going to believe this, Tom!” Eric was so angry his ears were red. Tom closed the book he was reading. “What’s the matter?” “Just look at my new interactive robot!” The robot’s arm dangled from its side. “That’s the last time I… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 17:24

April 21, 2017

Tidal Wave

Bible Reading: Matthew 7:24-29 Jonathan hung up his jacket in the hallway closet and walked into the kitchen. “Hi, Mom,” he said. “Hey, buddy,” replied Mom. “Need a glass of milk and a few crackers?” Jonathan nodded and plopped down in a chair while his mother poured him some milk. “You’re not going to believe… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:11

April 20, 2017

Extra Amazing

Bible Reading: Psalm 33:4-9, 18-22 “I think I see the scenic lookout we found on the map, Mom!” shouted Andres. He sighed in relief. The family had been hiking the steep Treetop Trail for two hours, and Andres was glad to finally collapse on a large, flat rock. As he rested, he gazed at the… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 47:2

April 19, 2017

Really White

Bible Reading: Romans 3:21-26 “Can I crack the eggs?” Sadie asked as her mom started blending the butter and sugar. “Sure,” Mom said, and as each egg was added, she beat it into the cookie dough. “Now we need to add flour, baking soda, and salt.” “I can do that,” said Sadie. She carefully measured… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:21

April 18, 2017

Saying Goodbye

Bible Reading: Psalm 62:5-8 For as long as they could remember, Isla and Parker had lived a short walk from the beach. Now they were at the water’s edge saying goodbye to their favorite spot. Isla pushed her bare feet into the sand while Parker threw rocks out into the water. Tears trickled down Isla’s… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 62:8

April 17, 2017

Every Bit Counts

Bible Reading: Matthew 25:14-21 Mark and his dad chose a spot out in the middle of the backyard to set up the rain gauge Mark had made at school. He was proud of the hollow tube and its funnel-like top. “This is the best school project I’ve ever done,” he said. “I hope it rains… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Mark 10:45