January 4, 2022

Little to Give

Bible Reading: John 6:1-12 “Thanks for helping me make this bread for dinner, Tori,” Mom said as she whisked together flour and salt. “You’re welcome,” said Tori with a frown. “What’s wrong?” Mom asked. “You love baking.” “I was thinking about our neighbors.” Tori sighed. “Ever since Jairus’s dad got sick, I don’t see him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 13:20-21

January 3, 2022

Under His Wings

Bible Reading: Psalm 91:1-4; Matthew 6:28-33 Lucy glanced at her teenage sister with concern. “Sophie, how are you feeling?” Sophie gave a small smile. “A little better than this morning.” Lucy knew Sophie was trying to be brave, but these last two weeks had been difficult on her. Sophie had a virus several months prior,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 91:4

January 2, 2022

Superhero

Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:10 Levi sat in the comfortable cinema chair with a big tub of buttered popcorn in his lap and a large soda in the drink holder. He had been wanting to see this movie for weeks, and so far, it was worth the wait! Then the screen darkened and Levi sat… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Mark 13:26

January 1, 2022

Cat in the Window

Bible Reading: Philippians 4:11-13 “Can I get a hoverboard, Mom?” Olive pointed to a picture on her computer screen. “I found one online that doesn’t cost too much.” “And the shoes I’ve been wanting are on sale,” said Matt, holding up his tablet. “Everyone’s wearing them! Please can I get a pair?” Mom shook her… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 13:5

December 31, 2021

End of Vacation

Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14; John 19:28-30 When Jack sat down for lunch, his mom noticed his glum mood. “What’s wrong, Jack?” she asked. Jack just shrugged. Mom placed sandwiches and chips on the table. “It’s a beautiful day,” she said after they thanked God for their food. “You have several Christmas gifts to keep you… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 3:18

December 30, 2021

Why So Snappy?

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 3:8-12 “Taelyn is so mean!” Niyah said as she came into the kitchen. “She’s been rude to me all week!” A tear slipped down her cheek as she slumped into a chair. “I’m sorry,” said Mom. “What’s going on? Taelyn’s been a good friend for a long time.” “I don’t know,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 3:9

December 29, 2021

Mid-Flight Refueling

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:33-38 “Can we please skip family devotions tonight?” Anson asked after dinner. “Max is at Wyatt’s house, and they said they’d wait for me before starting a video game. Besides, we already learned about God this week—we were just at church yesterday. So can’t we skip devotions this one time?” Dad looked… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Hebrews 4:12

December 28, 2021

Strings Attached

Bible Reading: Genesis 3:1-6 “Come here, little crab. I have something you’ll like. Come on. Try it,” Paxton coaxed softly. “A little closer now. That’s right. Keep coming. Another nibble. Closer…closer…” There was a sudden splash in the water. “Gotcha!” shouted Grandpa. He held up the dip net. “This one is huge, Pax! Good job!… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 5:22

December 27, 2021

The Domino Effect

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:26-31 Kai watched in horror as his little sister reached for the dominoes he had spent the last two hours setting up. “Halia! Don’t touch those!” But it was too late. Halia pushed the first domino, and they all quickly tumbled down. Halia giggled, clapping her little hands. “You are so stupid,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:29

December 26, 2021

Quiz Out of Season

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 “Today we’re going to start out with something different,” Mr. Prescott told his class at church. “I’m going to give you a little quiz.” The kids groaned. “Don’t look at your paper until I say you can,” said Mr. Prescott with a smile. He walked around the table and placed… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 4:2