Bible Reading: Luke 17:11-19 “Wow!” Roman exclaimed as he unwrapped a video game he got for his birthday. “I’ve been wanting this!” He’d also gotten many other things, including a baseball cap, money from his grandparents, a sweatshirt, and a jacket. “This was my best birthday ever!” “Here’s one more package for you,” said Mom…
Bible Reading: Exodus 20:7; Philippians 2:5-11 Peggy sat on the porch step as tears trickled down her cheeks. “What’s the matter, honey?” Mom asked as she sat down beside her. “The Holden brothers started calling me names again. I was just walking past their house on my way to Jamie’s and they started saying, ‘There…
Bible Reading: Exodus 20:3; Matthew 22:35-38 “Hey, Mom, I’m going over to Robby’s to shoot some hoops,” called Vincent as he bounded down the porch steps. “Hold on, young man,” said Mom. “I have some questions for you.” “Okay, but make it quick. The guys are waiting,” Vincent said as he dribbled up and down…
Bible Reading: Psalm 68:3-4, 32-35 What pet should I get? Eli wondered. His parents had agreed that he could have either a bird or a guinea pig if he would care for it properly. He thought about getting a bird. It would be cool to have a pet that sings, but he could hold a…
Bible Reading: Psalm 150 Bella covered her ears. “I am so tired of that song!” She and her brother had been asked to play a special number for the morning worship service at their church. Choosing a song for the occasion was proving to be a problem. “This is a cool piece,” said Lance. “It…
Bible Reading: Mark 12:28-34 “Mom!” Landon screamed, running toward her car. A truck had hit it as she was turning into their driveway. Please, God! Landon prayed as he approached the driver’s side. Please let Mom be okay. As Landon opened the car door, his mom gave him a shaky smile. “I’m all right,” she…
Bible Reading: Romans 16:1-16 This whole chapter is like the world’s longest greeting card! Diego thought one morning as he read the sixteenth chapter of Romans. He looked at the verses again. It talks about people Paul appreciated. Maybe it’s to show us we should let people know how much we appreciate them. I know—I’ll…
Bible Reading: Matthew 18:20; Luke 2:1-20 “I don’t want to go.” Susan was sulking because her mom wanted to spend the day at a nearby Native American pueblo. “I promised Miriam we’d be there,” Mom said. “Christmas is special to her, and she wants to share her traditions with us. Now, get ready so we…
Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 “Isn’t he pretty, Tanner?” Maya asked her older brother as she held a yellow and black goldfinch in her cupped hands. “I’m going to keep him.” Tanner looked doubtful. “He didn’t even try to fly away when we got near him. I think he’s sick.” “No, he’s not!” said Maya. “I…
Bible Reading: Psalm 100 “I’ll pray today,” Tamara offered as she sat down for breakfast. “Dear Jesus, bless this food. Please give us good weather,” she prayed, thinking of the outing they had planned for the day. “Keep us safe, and please keep Cole from being fussy. Amen.” When she finished, Dad looked thoughtful as…
