April 24, 2022

Tried and True

Bible Reading: 2 Peter 1:16-21 Riley carefully measured a cup of sugar into a bowl. “I like making cookies,” she said, “and Dad says my cookies are second only to yours.” She cracked an egg and grinned at her mom. “You do a great job,” Mom said as she frosted a cake, “and I appreciate… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 40:8

April 23, 2022

The Same but Different

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:5 Kyle and Kent were identical twins. They looked so much alike that the only way to tell them apart was by the dark birthmark on Kyle’s shoulder. They even enjoyed doing all the same things. They both loved to run and were part of the elementary boys’ running club… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-14

April 22, 2022

Clean-up Day

Bible Reading: Genesis 1:1, 26-31; Romans 8:19-23 “There’s a cleanup at the beach today to celebrate Earth Day,” Dad said at breakfast. “Volunteers are needed to walk along the beach and pick up any trash they find. Why don’t we go help?” Diego made a face. “I don’t want to pick up other people’s trash!… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Genesis 1:1

April 21, 2022

A Big Family

Bible Reading: Romans 8:14-17; Galatians 4:4-7 Ellie lingered in her Sunday school classroom after the other kids had rushed out the door. Clutching her Bible, she stared at her teacher, who was putting books and papers away. “Can I help you with something, Ellie?” asked Miss Robyn. A tear escaped down Ellie’s face, and she… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 3:1

April 20, 2022

Crash Course

Bible Reading: Mark 12:28-34 “Mom!” Landon screamed, running toward her car. A truck had hit it as she was turning into their driveway. Please, God! Landon prayed as he approached the driver’s side. Please let Mom be okay. As Landon opened the car door, his mom gave him a shaky smile. “I’m all right,” she… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 6:5

April 19, 2022

Not Sugar

Bible Reading: Isaiah 5:20-21 Marcus watched as Jayla placed a cake in the oven to bake. “I’ll clean the bowl,” he offered, licking his lips. “Nope.” Jayla quickly ran water into the bowl. “Raw batter isn’t good for you. You’ll have to wait till the cake is done.” But when the cake was done, it… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 5:20

April 18, 2022

Fantastic Frigate Birds

Bible Reading: Psalm 104:1-4, 24-26; Romans 1:20 Mina grabbed her second warm roll from the bowl on the table. “I can’t believe your family actually lives in the Caribbean! It’s so beautiful there—well, from the pictures I’ve seen, anyway.” Mrs. Callaway smiled. “When God called us to be missionaries there, we were certainly surprised.” “But… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 104:24

April 17, 2022

Seeing and Believing

Bible Reading: John 20:19-20, 24-31 “Let’s play hide-and-seek!” said Ethan. He was at his friend Jin’s house where there were lots of great places to hide. “Mei can play too.” They found Jin’s sister, who agreed to play. “I’ll be it first,” Jin volunteered. He covered his eyes and counted. “One, two, three, four…” As… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 20:29

April 16, 2022

A Light in the Dark

Bible Reading: John 8:12 Rain pattered against the window as Will sat on the couch, reading. The rain got louder and louder as the wind picked up, and then a flash of lightning lit up the sky, followed by a crash of thunder. Suddenly the room plummeted into darkness. “Hey!” Will shouted. “It’s the storm…. Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 8:12

April 15, 2022

Redeemed

Bible Reading: Romans 5:6-11 Derek stood at the glass counter as his mom handed over his grandmother’s emerald necklace. A man took it and handed her some money. Derek heard her sigh as she placed it in her wallet. They walked silently out of the shop. On the bus ride home, Derek finally spoke. “Mom,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 1:7