Bible Reading: Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Allie, Mara, and Collin fastened their seat belts on the plane. They were on their way to visit their grandparents in South Dakota. Allie was glad she had a window seat. She didn’t want to miss a thing on what they called their Western Adventure. The kids squealed…
Bible Reading: Exodus 20:1-6; Revelation 21:10-11, 18-23 Zoe enjoyed learning about the various precious stones in her aunt’s jewelry store. “I didn’t know gems and jewels could be so interesting,” Zoe said one evening. “I always enjoy learning about them myself,” said Aunt Kim. She pulled a book from a shelf. “Here’s something you might…
Bible Reading: John 14:1-6 “Mom!” Santiago wailed. “I have to write a report tonight on how Native Americans lived long ago. I totally forgot it was due tomorrow!” “Well, start researching for your report,” Mom said. “I’ll fix you a snack. How about carrots and dip?” Santiago sighed. “Okay.” He sat down at the computer…
Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:20, 35-38, 42-44, 54-57 “I can’t wait for Easter Sunday tomorrow,” said Riley as she and her dad and brother swept out the garage. “Easter lilies are so pretty, and I like to hear the story of when Jesus rose from the dead.” “I like Easter dinner!” Owen said. “Everything is…
Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:42-44, 49 Finn’s shoulders slumped as he dropped his bike on the lawn and joined his dad in the garage. “What’s wrong, Finn?” Dad asked as he worked on sanding a chair he had recently made. “I just visited Grandma,” Finn replied. He sighed and picked up a piece of sandpaper…
Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 Note: This story may not be suitable for young or sensitive children. Jason sat in his chair, his body turning this way and that as he hummed along to the music in his headphones. The door to his room opened without him hearing. Then it closed again, and someone knocked…
Bible Reading: Revelation 21:1-5 CLOP, CLOP, CLOP. Bartholomew, the ancient farm horse, plodded along. The slow walk didn’t really bother Drew as he rode the horse—he had a lot to think about. Dad should be here to get me before too long, he thought. I can’t wait to get home again—but I hate to leave…
Bible Reading: Psalm 107:1; Romans 8:18-25, 28 Caden was tired when he got home from the orthopedic center where he got treatments for cerebral palsy. The disease affected his muscles and made it difficult for him to walk and speak. He sighed as he sat down in his favorite chair. “I don’t see why I…
Bible Reading: Philippians 3:14, 20; 2 Peter 3:10-13; Revelation 21:1 “Limited time only,” Cheri read from the backseat as their car passed a shopping mall. “Blowout inventory sale…everything must go…coming soon—wait! Graham! Did you see that?” Cheri turned to her brother, who was immersed in a book. “They’re closing our favorite toy store!” “Mm-hmm.” “Are…
Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 “Grandpa, can you take me home?” asked Emery. “I’m so tired.” She and her sister, Taryn, were at their grandparents’ house making Christmas cookies. Taryn, who was mixing ingredients in a bowl, looked up. “I don’t want to go home yet! We just got here.” “But I don’t feel very…
