Bible Reading: Matthew 11:28-30 “That’s so unfair!” Joey exclaimed. He and his mom were learning about elephants and had just read that in some places elephants were sometimes made to carry heavy loads on their backs. “Elephants are already so heavy—to give them more weight is mean!” “Well,” said Mom, “some big, heavy animals are… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Acts 1:8; 16:1-5 “Mom, look!” Max’s older brother Bankston held up a paper. “I’ve got an application to help Mr. Brock at his store. Since he’s new in town and doesn’t know any of us very well, he’s asking for references.” “References?” echoed Max. “What are those?” “Mr. Brock said I should list… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Revelation 21:1-5 Malachi stacked blocks with Ayanna, his two-year-old sister. Today, Aunt Tori was watching them while Uncle Mike helped Mom and Dad pack for next week’s move. To save money, the two families had decided to move into one house. Malachi began to place the blocks into the shape of a house,… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 1:18; Titus 3:3-7 “Ugh! I’m so tired of this cold weather. What’s the use of winter anyway?” Josh grumbled as he put on his heavy coat and snow boots. Josh’s mom handed him his lunch and said, “We can talk more about it tonight, but pay attention to how clean the new… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-16; Ephesians 2:10 It had been a long day. Jillian came home from school and without saying a word went to her room. The kids’ laughter and words kept repeating in her mind. They probably didn’t think she understood, but she knew what they were saying about her. Though she had only… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 77:1-10 Adrianna didn’t want her dad to leave. She wished he didn’t have to work nights. She frowned when he told her it was time to get ready for bed. She got into her pajamas and brushed her teeth. When she went to her bedroom, she found her dad there holding a… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 64:6-7; Ephesians 2:1-5 “Okay, Dad!” Mateo exclaimed as he ran into the garage. “I’m ready to help with Rocco’s doghouse now.” Mateo picked up a hammer and nail. He positioned the nail carefully and pounded it into the board. “Did you see that, Dad? I drove the nail in perfectly straight!” He… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1-15 “Mom! Where are you?” called Finnley when she got home from school. “Helping Ella with her bath,” answered Mom. Finnley ran upstairs. “Actually, we’re finished,” Mom said. “Ella just needs to get dried off and dressed.” Four-year-old Ella peeped out from behind the shower curtain. “Mommy, I want my red pants… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Isaiah 43:18-19; Lamentations 3:22-23; 2 Corinthians 5:17 “What’s your favorite present?” Ava asked her best friend, Luciana. It was the first time they’d had a chance to get together since Christmas. “A bracelet-making kit,” Luciana answered. “It has beads and charms in all different colors and shapes!” Luciana held up her arm to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 119:145-149 “Where are you guys going for lunch today?” asked Alma. Her sister Carmen’s fiancé had arrived, and they were ready to leave. “We’re going to that little restaurant called Your Special Spot,” Joshua replied. “Only we call it Our Special Spot.” “You go there a lot, don’t you?” asked Alma. “Why… Continue Reading…