A Day’s Journey Reflection for Little Broken Hearts Lina, the little deer, sat beneath the shade tree with her knees pulled close. The others had been trying to cheer her up. Joppa brought her a small bundle of wildflowers.Millo landed nearby and sang a soft little song.Mahle the Spotted Lamb sat beside her quietly.Bodhi rested…
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Day’s Journey Youth: When the Seed Lands Somewhere You Cannot See
Day’s Journey Youth Reflection Scripture Anchor:“How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”— Romans 10:15 The youth room was quiet after everyone left. Chairs were pushed in. Empty water bottles sat near the trash can. A few Bibles were still open on the table from the evening lesson. Outside the window, the…
Day’s Journey Youth, Shutting the Door to Doubt
Day’s Journey Youth Reflection Scripture Anchor:“Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”— Romans 10:11 Sometimes we wonder if we are really saved. That can feel scary to admit, but many believers have struggled with doubt. Doubt does not mean you do not Love Jesus. Doubt means your heart needs truth, care,…
Mother’s Day
I don’t feel much today. Sadness came by this morning, but I was not interested in his company; so I ignored him until he left. I am not bitter; I turned off the ringer. I had a nice breakfast; I might go buy some flowers and visit my son, and my mother at the grave….
Children’s Ministry: The Message of Hope
Let us begin with a quiet prayer. Lord Jesus, forgive us for the times we have stayed silent when someone needed hope. Give us the courage to share Your Love with gentleness and truth. Help us be faithful friends who point others to You. Amen. Joppa, Millo, and Mahle: The Message of Hope One quiet…
Joppa and Millo: When the World Feels Too Loud
Let us begin with a quiet prayer. Lord Jesus, thank You for every child You have made—each one special, each one loved. Forgive us for the times we do not understand or show kindness. Help us be gentle, patient, and full of Love toward one another. Amen. Illustrations created by: AI One day, Joppa and…
Day’s Journey Youth: Close the Door
Let us begin with a quiet prayer. Lord Jesus, thank You for being our refuge in noise, confusion, and weariness. Forgive us for the ways we chase distraction instead of coming to You. Teach us to close the door to chaos and open our hearts to Your peace. Meet every young person in the secret…
Today
Test the Spirits Morning Prayer A quiet prayer before we begin LORD, I come before You in stillness. Quiet every voice within me that is not Yours. Settle my heart in Your truth, and let this day begin under the covering of Your Spirit. Train my ears to recognize Your voice, and keep me near…
Soul Chains: “Why Try”
The Children Were My Teachers In 1 Peter 5:1–3, Peter appeals to the elders as a fellow witness of Christ’s sufferings and as one who will also share in His glory. He tells them to be shepherds of God’s flock, watching over those under their care—not because they must, but because they are willing, as…
Today
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 There are times when I open my Bible, and my eyes land on the words, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.”…