Cockatoos and Goannas

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:9–16 The Australian landscape sizzled in the heat as Jackson joined his sister on the porch. “Will you pour me some juice, please, Jackson?” Emma asked, pointing to the pitcher on a table. She put down her Bible. “I’ve been trying to learn a verse, but it’s too hot. The words won’t…

Running the Race (Part 3)

Bible Reading: Matthew 25:14-15, 19-23 The contestants in the city race were off and running. As Mom and Maria ran, Dad, Carlos, and Samuel waited for them at the finish line. They cheered for Maria when she crossed the line—and later for Mom too. When award ribbons were given out, both Maria and her mother…

Temporary Situation

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:42-49 Marina sighed as she struggled to her feet. Why do I have to wear these leg braces? she thought. I’m glad they make it possible for me to walk, but why didn’t God just make me with good, strong legs like other kids? Marina looked at herself in the full-length…

Source of Help

Bible Reading: Psalm 121; Isaiah 41:10 “Wow, Dad! Did you see those fish?” Aisha’s eyes sparkled as she lifted her face out of the water and adjusted her snorkeling mask. “I sure did!” Dad said. “Those little blue ones look like some they have in aquariums at the pet store.” “And I almost touched one…