November 30, 2022

Draw Near

Bible Reading: Jeremiah 29:13; Matthew 7:8; 11:28-30; James 4:8 Sara and Mom left church and headed out to Uncle Dan and Aunt Susan’s farm for lunch. Sara couldn’t wait to meet her cousin’s new pygmy goats! On the way, Mom asked Sara what her Sunday school class had discussed that morning. “We talked about worship,”… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 4:8

November 29, 2022

The Sample

Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10; 1 John 4:16-19 “Can I go to the store with you, Mom?” Isaac asked. “I want to make sure you get my favorite cereal!” Mom laughed and agreed. Shortly after arriving at the store, they met Carson, one of Isaac’s classmates. “Hey, Isaac, thanks for shoveling my grandma’s sidewalk when… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

November 28, 2022

The Everlasting Word

Bible Reading: John 1:1-3, 14-18; Revelation 21:3-7 As Tarun scrolled on his tablet, he suddenly stopped and grinned at his sister. “Hey, Amita, what are your thoughts on antidisestablishmentarianism?” “Um…what?” His sister stared at him. “I have no idea what you just said.” “Actually, I’m not sure what that word means either,” said Tarun. “But… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 1:17

November 27, 2022

David’s Refuge

Bible Reading: Psalm 46:1; 91:1-4; Philippians 4:19 “David, your mom is waiting for you.” David started at the sound of Tía Gloria’s voice. “Where?” “At the playground,” she answered kindly. David hurried down the stairs that led up to the home he had known for almost a whole year. He was one of thirty children… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 27:10

November 26, 2022

Not Funny

Bible Reading: Psalm 141:3; Proverbs 8:6-9 “Hey, did you guys hear the one about the man with a wooden leg?” Mitch asked when some of his friends were over. He proceeded to tell a joke he’d overheard at school—a bad one he knew he shouldn’t repeat, but he wanted to impress his friends. They thought… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:4

November 25, 2022

The Thermostat

Bible Reading: Psalm 34:11-16 “School was so much fun today,” Nadine told her dad at dinner. “Mrs. Edwards had to go to the office for something, and everybody ran around and talked while she was gone. She was so mad when she got back! She said she could hear us way down the hall. Then… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 12:21

November 24, 2022

Thank You

Bible Reading: Psalm 136:1-9, 23-26 “I’m full!” declared Abigail, pushing away from the table. “Me too,” said Matthew. “That turkey was yummy!” “Would you all like pie now?” asked Mom. “Or would you rather wait until later?” “Later!” everyone chimed in. Mom began to remove plates and food from the table, and everybody pitched in… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

November 23, 2022

Patching the Hole

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:12-15 Grayson stomped into the kitchen where his mom was making a pie. “What’s wrong?” she asked when she saw the angry frown on his face. “Kobe stepped on my new remote control car.” Grayson held out the mangled toy. “He said he was sorry and that he’d pay to have it… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:13

November 22, 2022

Leave the Bricks

Bible Reading: Matthew 6:25-33; Philippians 4:6 “Mom! Mom!” Micah yelled as he ran into the kitchen. “I forgot to get my soccer gear together last night and I don’t want to be late for school!” “Your soccer bag is loaded and waiting for you by the front door,” Mom said. Micah gave his mom a… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 5:7

November 21, 2022

This Is Grace

Bible Reading: Psalm 103:8-14; Hebrews 4:14-16 Editor’s note: This story mentions abuse and may not be suitable for young children. “Everyone, this is Grace,” the teacher told the class. Grace stared at the rows of faces from the front of the room. The teacher had everyone say their names, but Grace didn’t bother listening. No… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 4:16