Never Abandoned

Bible Reading: Hebrews 13:5-6 Matt tightened his helmet and straddled his all-terrain vehicle. “The gas tanks are full,” he shouted to Tim over the engine roar. “Let’s tear up the trails.” Tim kick-started his engine and revved the motor. “Oh yeah. I have the need for speed.” “Follow me,” Matt called. He hit the gas,…

Power over Death

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 18:10-12 Editor’s note: This story’s subject matter may not be appropriate for young children. Tom looked sad as she hung up the phone. “Kinley, Daniel,” she began. “I’m so sorry, but Jalen died this morning.” Daniel tried to comfort his younger sister as she began to cry. Jalen was their friend and…

Security Blanket

Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 31:7-8; Joshua 1:5 Mae, I’d like you to put Matt down for his nap today,” said Mom. “I need to make an important phone call.” “Okay,” said Mae, smiling at her little brother. “Nap time!” she announced to the energetic little boy. Laughing, Matt toddled away, wanting his sister to chase him….

Scary Storms

Bible Reading: Psalm 23:1-6 Alexa’s dog nuzzled up against her hand, whining anxiously. Alexa closed her history textbook and looked down. “What’s wrong, Buddy?” she asked, even though she knew Buddy couldn’t answer. Then she heard thunder booming in the distance. Buddy perked up his ears, then whined again. Alexa looked out the window at…