Boot Camp

Bible Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-17; Hebrews 13:5-6 Ding-dong chimed the doorbell. “Wyatt!” Mom called. “You have a package!” Wyatt galloped down the stairs. “Who’s it from?” he asked curiously. Mom squinted at the return address on the package. “It looks like it’s from your Uncle Dale in Texas. I think it’s your birthday present,” she said,…

But I’m Shy!

Bible Reading: Matthew 28:18-20 “So, how was your first day?” Mom asked. Merrie stared out the window at the passing scenery. “Pretty good. A girl named Danielle offered to show me around. If it weren’t for her, I would’ve been pretty helpless. That school is huge!” Mom adjusted the rearview mirror to see her better….

The Cost of Courage

Bible Reading: Isaiah 50:6-8; Matthew 9:10-13 “Great job in the game, Hailey!” said Mom. Hailey shrugged and sat down next to her on the sidelines. “What’s wrong?” Mom asked. “Is something bothering you?” Hailey’s eyes filled with tears. “It’s Kaylee and Jenna. They said they can’t be my friends anymore.” “Why?” asked Mom. “I thought…