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Family Ties

Jesus is the One who makes us all part of God’s family too.

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Faith and a Box of Cereal

An object lesson that reminds us to trust God's love.

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Bullying Is Not Right

Teaching children how to respond when bullied.

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Second Chances

God gives us second chances.

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The Vanishing Black Smudge

Many years ago a boy named Davy lived on a farm. It was a big farm, and there was lots to do to care for the animals and grow food for his family. Davy had a big sister Angie, a big brother Joe, and a sister Mary who was just a bit older than he…

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Sponges, Brains, and Character

A hands-on family devotional on guarding our hearts and brains to develop a Christ-like character.

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The Vanishing Black Smudge

Adapted by Karen Holford Many years ago a boy named Davy lived on a farm. It was a big farm, and there was lots to do to care for the animals and grow food for his family. Davy had a big sister Angie, a big brother Joe, and a sister Mary who was just a…

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The Tummy-ache

“Mommy!,” shouted Maria. “Mommy!” It was late at night as Maria called from her bed. “My tummy hurts.” Mother came into her bedroom and turned on the light. “Where do you hurt?” asked Mommy. She felt her head. “Oh dear, you have a fever, too.” Mother felt Maria’s tummy. When she pushed on it, she…

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School Daze

Anna looked in the mirror to brush her bangs. She sighed. Today was her first day of school. She would go with her big sister Marti. Mother had bought them new crayons and paper and pencils and paste and a school bag to carry them in. She had a new lunchbox too, a pretty red…

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