Keys for Kids – Page 28

September 22, 2025

Proper Balance

Read: James 1:19-25 Ryan, Avery, and Mom took off on horseback down the dirt road—Ryan and Avery on Velvet, and Mom on Lady. Ryan glanced back toward the stable. “Look, Dad is feeding Buster his grain.” Buster was an older horse, and when he ate with the others, he often got pushed away from his… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: James 1:22

September 21, 2025

Little Tugboats

Read: 2 Kings 5:1-4, 9-14 The breeze felt cool against Eli’s cheeks as he and Uncle Martín stood quietly on the pier. They were watching ships enter and leave the great harbor. “Look at those little tugboats moving the big ships through the water, Uncle Martín!” said Eli. “It doesn’t seem like boats that small… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 20:11

September 20, 2025

Weak Apologies and Faulty Forgiveness

Read: Colossians 3:12-15; 1 John 1:9 Samuel ran into the house and threw his jacket on the table. “Weather report,” he panted. “It’s pouring!” “Ohhhh noooo!” Olivia rushed over. “You threw your wet jacket on my seascape painting for school—it’ll be ruined!” “It’s a picture of ocean waves—all I did was add more water.” Samuel… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:32

September 19, 2025

Sting of Death

Read: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 54-57 Landon ducked as a bee buzzed by, barely missing his head. He watched the bee settle on a flower before moving on. “That bee was so close to your head, he almost gave you a buzz cut!” Dad said with a smirk. Landon didn’t laugh. He had something else on… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:55

September 18, 2025

The Ring

Read: Proverbs 4:1-4; Galatians 5:16-18, 22-25 “Want to see the ring I got?” Lucy pulled a small box from her dresser drawer and showed her friend Skye the delicate opal ring inside. “It used to be my grandma’s.” “It’s so pretty!” said Skye. “Can I wear it for a while?” Lucy bit her lip. “My… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Proverbs 1:10

September 17, 2025

The Power of Little Lights

Read: John 1:4-5; 8:12; Matthew 5:14-16 Corey shivered as the lights went out in the restaurant where he and his family were eating. “What’s going on?” The room was completely dark and everyone around them mumbled nervously. He heard babies and little kids whimper and cry, probably scared of the dark like he had been… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:16

September 16, 2025

Singing Again

Read: Psalm 96:1-6; Isaiah 41:9-13 Brook loved to sing. Whenever there was an opportunity to sing at church, she took it. It felt good to be on the stage singing in front of everyone, and she loved singing for God too. She felt close to Him when she sang songs in church. One day when… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Joshua 1:9

September 15, 2025

A New Name

Read: Romans 8:14-17; 9:25-26 Sophie sat on the kitchen floor petting her new golden retriever puppy while Mom snapped the stems off green beans. “Mom, you’ll never guess what happened today,” Sophie said. “Mira told our class she’s a real-life princess.” Mom let out a little chuckle, but when she looked at her daughter’s face… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Romans 8:15

September 14, 2025

Now You Know

Read: 1 Samuel 3:4-11; Psalm 103:13-14 When the school bell rang, Xavier tossed his bag over his shoulder and headed for the door. He spotted his older brother, Malik, standing on the sidewalk. “Hey, what’s up?” asked Malik as they headed for home. “Not much.” Xavier kicked a plastic bottle, and it hit a parking… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Psalm 103:14

September 13, 2025

Rescuing the Fallen

Read: Luke 19:1-10; Romans 3:23-24 “Hey buddy, what’s wrong?” Dad asked when it was time for Nolan’s bedtime prayers. “It’s Grandpa,” said Nolan. “He doesn’t believe in Jesus. That means he’s not going to heaven.” “He needs to have a relationship with Jesus,” said Dad. “Shall we pray for him?” Nolan nodded, and he and… Continue Reading…

Bible Reading: Luke 19:10

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