December 8, 2022

Off with the Old, On with the New

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:1, 17-24; Philippians 1:6 “Are you kidding me?” Though their artificial Christmas tree hid Lindsay from view, it did little to hide her irritation. Lindsay’s younger brother Tony moseyed over to inspect the commotion. He saw suspicious piles of papery dark green needles, and—“Hey! What are you doing?” Tony demanded. “What does… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:22-24

December 7, 2022

Loose Lips

Bible Reading: Romans 10:13-15; Hebrews 13:15 “Grandma, can we explore in the attic?” asked Kenzie. Once before when the twins were visiting their grandparents, Grandma had taken them up to the attic to show them some old photographs. “Sure,” Grandma replied. “But be sure to put everything back in its place.” Zander and Kenzie had… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 40:9

December 6, 2022

Light and Truth (Part 2)

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 “Why would God do that? Why would He send His Son to die?” Arjun wiped powdered sugar from the kalkal he had just eaten off his face. Reeja smiled brightly, glad to have a chance to tell her friend why her family celebrated Christmas instead of Diwali, the Hindu festival… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 12:46

December 5, 2022

Light and Truth (Part 1)

Bible Reading: John 1:1-14 Reeja excitedly gathered colorful light strands and grasses. Decorating the Christmas crib was her favorite part of welcoming the Christmas season. Her mother told her they called it a nativity scene in America, where Reeja’s uncle lived. Regardless of what it was called, Reeja was just happy to celebrate the birth… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 2:9

December 4, 2022

Sadie’s Kitten

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:12-17 When Sadie walked into the kitchen one morning, she found Dad cradling a tiny orange kitten. The kitten’s eyes weren’t even open. “What’s wrong with him?” Sadie asked. “Why is he crying?” Dad used an eyedropper to give him milk. “I found this little guy outside, alone and hungry. I’m afraid… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:32

December 3, 2022

Like an Eagle

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 32:11-12; Isaiah 40:31; Revelation 4:6-11 Kaia dropped her backpack on the kitchen table and sat down with a big smile. “We saw a great video in science today!” Kaia’s mom looked up from her bill paying. “What was it about?” “Eagles.” Kaia showed her mom a large color photo of a bald… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Revelation 4:11

December 2, 2022

Christmas Wreath

Bible Reading: Romans 8:1-4, 38-39 “Mmm, this smells so good,” Kyle said as he picked up a fresh Christmas wreath out of the back of his mom’s car. “I know. I love the smell of pine too,” Mom said. “You can set the wreath on the porch for now.” Kyle was just a couple of… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 1:14

December 1, 2022

New Glasses

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:8-12, 16-18 “Well, Erin, it looks like you’ll need an updated prescription for your glasses,” the optometrist said as Erin got out of the chair at the eye doctor’s office. Erin found her mom in the waiting room. “New glasses again!” she announced. “Well, let’s look around the store to see… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:1

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