Bible Reading: Luke 19:28-40 “Does God really hear us when we sing?” Callie asked as her family exited the packed church on Sunday morning. Her mom smiled at her. “Of course He does.” “But there are so many people in the world!” Callie said. “And He loves it when we praise Him together.” Mom put… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 14:1-6 “Lucy! Stop barking!” scolded Oliver as he scooped the feisty terrier into his arms and hurried to the window. “Maybe Jacob is home!” Oliver peered out and then shook his head in disappointment. “It’s just the mailman,” he told his mom. “Well, your brother will be here soon,” Mom assured him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: John 6:47-51 “Hazel, would you please fill the bird feeder?” asked Mom as she peeled potatoes for dinner. “I noticed it was empty earlier.” Hazel took the bag of birdseed from under the counter and went outside to the patio. As she carefully poured the seed into the feeder, she noticed her mother… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 5:6-11 “Hey, Grandpa, can we go for a hike in the woods behind your house?” Asher asked eagerly when he visited his grandfather one Saturday morning. “Let’s do it,” said Grandpa. “Want to take a picnic lunch along?” “Yeah!” Asher replied, and soon they were off on their adventure. They hiked all… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 73:23-26 “Mom! Look at how well Raquel is walking!” said Danielle as she stepped onto her scooter. “Yes, she is such a big girl now!” Mom said as she smiled down at Danielle’s one-year-old sister. Mom held Raquel’s little hand and was closely watching her baby steps. In Mom’s other hand was… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 When Marshall and Nathan came home from school, Marshall went to his room, but his twin bounded into the kitchen. “I got all A’s on my report card,” Nathan announced. “Good for you!” Mom said, giving him a hug. She looked around. “Where’s Marshall?” When Nathan shrugged, Mom went and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 37:3-4, 8 Maya and Marco ran ahead of their mother on the dusty path, too excited to hold themselves back. Today was market day, and Maya and her brother always enjoyed visiting the stalls selling fruits and vegetables, fresh eggs, and fragrant breads. But this trip included something special—new shoes. “Marco! Maya!”… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 8:26-28, 31 Miguel sat on the bench and waited for his turn at bat. His team was losing by just one run, and it was the last inning. If I get up to bat, God can help me get a hit, he thought, so he silently prayed, asking God to let him… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 8:1-2, 8-11 “Wow! Look at all the shoes!” Scarlett exclaimed. “What kind should we get?” “Well, I need sneakers for gym,” answered her sister Aria. “But those sandals are really cute. I like the colors.” “You’re right! I’m definitely going to try those,” Scarlett said as she picked up a sandal to… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 John 2:3-6 Lina raised her binoculars, eyes scanning over the marsh for a sign of movement. “Do you see any birds yet, Justin?” she asked her older brother. “Not yet,” he answered. “Because we’re here so early, the birds are just waking up. You have to be patient when you’re birdwatching.” Lina… Continue Reading…