August 12, 2022

Surviving Life-Storms (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:6-7 “The storm is definitely kicking up,” Dad said as he finished charging his phone. “Dad!” Robby shouted over the sound of the raging wind outside. “Are you sure the house won’t blow away?” Dad pulled Robby closer. “The house is groaning, but it was built to handle hurricanes—and with the windows… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 4:16

August 11, 2022

Surviving Life-Storms (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Psalm 18:2; Matthew 7:24-27 The house groaned from the winds of the tropical storm. “Dad,” Kate said as she and Robby came up from the basement. “We heard noises when we were downstairs.” “It’s the wind,” Dad said. “The tropical storm hasn’t been upgraded to a hurricane, but it’s still strong. I’ve already… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:11

August 10, 2022

The Fall

Bible Reading: Romans 14:10-13 “I don’t think Anna is a Christian,” Hunter said as he and his sister Sabrina rode their bikes up the driveway. “In fact, I’m sure she’s not. She lied to me!” Mom looked up from her flower garden. “Whoa!” she said. “I heard that. Don’t you think you’re making an awfully… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 14:10

August 9, 2022

God’s Rocket

Bible Reading: Matthew 10:29-31 Judson locked his model rocket’s engine into place. Next, he would connect the igniter. He looked across the field, where Mom and two-year-old Kassidy fed the chickens. Good. They were far from the launch pad. Dad was mowing the fence line, so he was in the safe zone too. Kassidy’s giggles… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 10:29

August 8, 2022

Copycats

Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:1-2, 8-10 Brynn tied her hair up in a ponytail. Turning away from the mirror, she bumped into her little sister Chloe. “Mom!” yelled Brynn, grabbing Chloe by the hand and pulling her to the living room. “Chloe’s driving me crazy! Can you keep her with you? She’s like a shadow. She… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:1-2

August 7, 2022

The Wrong Finger

Bible Reading: John 3:1-7, 16 “Of course I’m a Christian!” Easton told his friend Micah. “I go to church with my mom and dad all the time. Dad’s on the church board, and Mom teaches Sunday school.” Easton paused, then added, “During the church service last Sunday, they both gave testimonies about how they were… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 3:3

August 6, 2022

The Golden Anniversary

Bible Reading: Mark 10:6-9; Ephesians 5:31-32 “Mom, are you going to divorce Dad?” Charlotte asked, tears rolling down her cheeks. “What do you mean, honey?” asked Mom with surprise. “I heard you and Dad arguing last night. I thought you were going to divorce him.” “Oh, Charlotte,” said Mom. “It’s true that we argued. We… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:32

August 5, 2022

Christian Says

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:16-18 “To start our game, I will be Simon,” said Miss Elwood, Kennedy’s teacher. “And remember, you must always do what Simon says, not what Simon does.” All right! thought Kennedy. I’m going to be really careful this time. “Simon says, ‘Thumbs up,’” called Miss Elwood, turning her thumbs up. Kennedy… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:18

August 4, 2022

Light Needed (Part 2)

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:4-8 “Can you sleep at our campsite tonight?” Josh asked his friend Ben after spending the evening with Ben’s family. “My mom says it’s okay with her.” “Can I, Mom? Then I won’t wake you when I get up early to go fishing.” Ben’s mom nodded. “Okay, but it’s already dark, so… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:105

August 3, 2022

Light Needed (Part 1)

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:105, 127-130 “It’s so dark out,” said Cora as she and her brother Josh stumbled along the path through the woods. They had been visiting some friends who were camping just a short distance from their own campsite. “At least we don’t have far to go,” said Josh. “We’re almost—” His words… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:130