January 24, 2022

Not Good Enough

Bible Reading: Ephesians 2:4-9 “Okay, I’ll try again,” said Aurora. Turning, she jumped into the pool with a huge splash and swam for a short distance. Then she grabbed the side of the pool and gasped for air. She looked at her dad in dismay as she climbed out. “I give up, Dad.” “Don’t give… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Titus 3:5

January 23, 2022

Through the Fog

Bible Reading: Psalm 18:28-33 “Do we have to leave already?” moaned Madison as she and her family prepared to go home. They had stayed a few days with her grandparents and spent the time talking, joking, and enjoying just being together. Now the time had come to say goodbye—a long goodbye because in less than… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 48:14

January 22, 2022

Helping Hands

Bible Reading: Matthew 25:34-40; Philippians 2:4 Charles stared out the window. He couldn’t stop thinking about the Bible verse Pastor Todd read in church about helping those in need. He turned to his dad. “Dad? I want to help.” Dad looked up from his computer. “You lost me, bud.” “Pastor Todd talked about food shortages… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 13:16

January 21, 2022

Still Singing

Bible Reading: Psalm 98:1-9 “Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus; just to take Him at His Word. Just to…” The words of the song floated up the stairs, invading Harrison’s sleep. He yawned and rolled over with a groan. Grandma was singing, just like any other morning. As her voice rang out, tears escaped… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 98:1

January 20, 2022

Still a Baby?

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:1-7; Hebrews 5:13-14 “Hey, Mom,” said Jose as he did his homeschool work at the kitchen table. “I just read the verses you assigned for my Bible lesson today, and…well, I don’t get it! The apostle Paul says he has to talk to the people of Corinth like they’re babies and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:6

January 19, 2022

The Lost Duckling

Bible Reading: Luke 15:1-7 “Today I want to tell you a story about some ducks that live by my house,” Mr. Peters told his Sunday school class as the kids gathered for their lesson time. Clara eagerly sat down to listen. “Yesterday I was down at my pond and saw a mama duck and her… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 19:10

January 18, 2022

Three Little Kittens

Bible Reading: Psalm 37:3-8, 39-40; Proverbs 3:5-6 Have you named that kitten yet?” Roman’s dad asked him. Roman grinned and looked at the kitten he was holding. “Yep. This is Snowflake,” he said as the kitten purred and snuggled comfortably in his arms. “Thanks for letting me keep her even though we already have two… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5

January 17, 2022

I Wish I Could…

Bible Reading: Genesis 37:6, 11-28 Amelia stared at the floor as her classmate Himari walked to the piano. When Himari began to play a piano solo, Amelia tried to distract herself by flipping through her Bible. She didn’t want to hear Himari’s solo. After church everyone will talk about how well Himari plays the piano,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:4

January 16, 2022

Forgiven Now

Bible Reading: Psalm 86:3-6; 103:1-4 Upset, Adrian buried his face deep into his pillow. He didn’t hear anyone come into his room, but a gentle touch caused him to look up and see his mother. “What’s the matter, honey?” she asked as she sat down beside him. “Is there some problem I can help with?”… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 86:5

January 15, 2022

A New Friend

Bible Reading: John 15:13; Philippians 2:4 Carissa had lots of friends. She was probably the most popular girl in the third grade. Ava, on the other hand, didn’t seem to have any friends at all. Ava was shy and very quiet, and she never seemed to be noticed by anyone. She sat by herself on… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 3:16