Julie' Story-Glimpses of God in Everyday Life

Passages: Matthew 3:13-17; Philippians 1:3-6; John 17

A father's heart longs to be with his daughter. When she joins him on a business trip, she feels loved, valued and included.

Passages: Psalm 46

In our fast-paced, high-tech society, we miss the opportunities to know God, love well and enjoy life.

Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:17-19

Every family has a "bad seed," a relative with a shady reputation that soils the family name. We all have the "seed of sin" and ...

Passages: 1 Samuel 3; 1 Kings 9:9-13; Psalm 46

Little children may not seem to be listening in "big church," but God often uses those moments to speak to them personally and ...

Passages: Proverbs 11:13; 16:28; 18:8; 20:9; 26:20,22

Gossip can destroy relationships and ruin our intimacy with Christ.

Passages: Psalm 51; Isaiah 1:18; Daniel 7:9-10; Revelation 1:12-18

"Snow Days" remind us of God's amazing love in cleansing us from sin. We should slow down and relish the wonder of God's creation and love.

Passages: 1 Thessalonians 2: 19-31; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:6-12; Philippians 3:7-11

Our love relationship with Jesus and with others far surpasses the fleeting pleasures of worldly treasures. We must be passionate about eternal ...

Passages: Luke 2:1-17; Matthew 2:1-11; John 1:1-8

Children's Christmas programs remind us of the innocence of pure worship. The beauty and glory of the Christ-child is reflected in the faces of God's ...

Passages: Zephaniah 3:17; Psalm 131

Why do we love our pets so? Perhaps we see ourselves in them. Their mischievous antics remind us of our fallenness and our potential for love and ...

Passages: Psalm 127, Psalm 133, Ephesians 4:29-32

Family get-togethers can be wonderful or horrible. We can learn to enhance our family relationships by gracious speech and genuine appreciation. Make ...

Passages: Psalm 105

The Thanksgiving meal may be tasty or pasty, but the concept of stopping to thank God for His abundance is essential. He has given so much, and we ...

Passages: Psalm 100; 2 Corinthians 4:13-15; Ephesians 1:15-23

Thanksgiving is a time to remember God's blessings. We can see His love in those closest to us-our cherished family and friends.

Passages: Galatians 5:22-26

We reflect the character of Christ in the everyday moments of life. We must wait for others, show kindness and patience and let them know they are ...

Passages: Psalm 91

Bugs annoy us and often strike fear in our hearts. Satan often uses scare tactics to take our eyes off of our powerful God and place them on our ...

Passages: 1 John 4:7-19

Fear can dominate our lives, but Christ's love replaces our fears with confidence in His unconditional love and acceptance. We never have to walk in ...

Passages: Psalm 68:3-6; Psalm 104:24-35; Philippians 4:4-9

God's great love is demonstrated through the heart of a caring grandparent. God's creatures also reflect His creativity and humor.

Passages: John 10:1-14

Stinky, messy Saturday chores are the bane child's existence. Growing up means we do things we may not like for a greater good. Jesus, the Good ...

Passages: Isaiah 29:14; Acts 3:1-10

We all need a sense of wonder in our lives as we see His creation. We remain youthful and grateful when we watch Him work. 

Passages: Psalm 84

The psalmist in Psalm 84 writes that a day in God's house is better than a thousand anywhere else. We should find our security, safety and ...

Passages: Psalm 5

"Sabbath" days of rest and relaxation are a gift from God. We should be thankful and praise Him for being a loving Father who enjoys ...

Passages: Psalm 19

Kids love sweets and fill their little tummies with as much as they can get. We need to crave God's Word in the same way. His words are like honey to ...

Passages: Luke 19:1-10

Communicating effectively with others is a skill that must be developed in our lives. A little girl receives attention, respect and affirmation ...

Passages: Psalm 101

Christians cannot compromise their values to get what they want. They must be persons of integrity and faithfulness.

Passages: 1 Timothy 2:9-10; Proverbs 31:30-31; Luke 1:46-51

We must focus on the inner beauty God has given us and not our outward physical appearance.

Passages: Psalm 34, Philippians 2:1-11; Proverbs 1:1-10

A little chatterbox learns that listening is more important than talking. God created us to love and serve others unselfishly.

Passages: Romans 12:9-13; Galatians 6:10; 1 John 1:7

Loving our near ones is a reflection of God's unconditional love for us. We must love our neighbors as ourselves by being hospitable and accepting.

Passages: Matthew 8:23-27; 14:25-31; James 1

Little girls learn to sink or swim. We must keep our eyes on Jesus to live a life of faith in the face of storms.

Passages: James 3:13-18; Matthew 5:9; Galatians 5:16-26

Board games that children play can often bring out the true sinful nature within the heart of a child: selfishness, greed and unforgiveness.

Passages: John 10:1-18; Romans 8:26-39; Hebrews 12:5-17

Every child needs a good care-taker. Every child of God has the assurance of God's care, training and protection.

Passages: Luke 9:46-48; James 3:13-18; Matthew 5:5

Marker days in our lives remind us of how interested God is in the little things, and how much He longs to affirm and bless us.

Passages: Psalm 122:1; Hebrews 10:22-25; Acts 2:44-47

A little girl learns that summer fun can be more than just a trip to the swimming pool. Vacation Bible School was a life-changing experience-glitter ...

Passages: Psalm 104:24-30; Psalm 148:7-14; Matthew 3:13-23

God's creatures reflect His wisdom, imagination, and glory. When we look with wonder at His world, we learn more about our Heavenly Father.

Passages: Proverbs 18:24; Colossians 4:7-9; 1 John 4:19-21

Cars are companions that accompany us on our life-journey. True friends stand beside us and share our life experiences.

Passages: Psalm 91; Daniel 2:20-23; John 4:7-26

We all need a "quiet place" to meet God and re-group from a hectic life.

Passages: Genesis 4:1-16; Psalm 133:1-3; Romans 12:8-13

Brothers and sisters often struggle with intimacy and unity. God longs for us to love our near ones unselfishly and humbly.

Passages: Matthew 6:25-34; 7:7-11; 18:12-14

Every little girl needs a father or grandfather in her life who models the intimate, caring, faithful love of God the Father. Grandpa B did just that.

Passages: Colossians 3:12-17; Matthew 18:21-35; Romans 12:10

"Shots" are always painful. We must handle the "shots" we receive in life with grace and forgiveness, and avoid injuring others.

Passages: Colossians 3:12-15; Isaiah 14:12-15; Philippians 2:1-11

We all need a little attention, but Jesus should take center stage of our lives. God calls us to be humble and to joyfully serve Him.

Passages: Song of Solomon 1:2; Romans 16:16; 1 Corinthians 3:16; 16:20; 2 Corinthians 3:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:26; 1 Peter 5:14

Everyone longs for affection. We should greet each other warmly and make others feel welcomed and valued. However, God desires us to be sexually pure.

Passages: 1 Samuel 17; Ephesians 4:31-32; 1 John 4:18

Bullies do not have to dominate our lives. Intimidation, anger, and aggression are defused by a confident self-concept and compassion for our enemies.

Passages: Psalm 63; 1 Chronicles 18:6-36

Our memories can teach us much about ourselves and our walk with God and others. We can learn spiritual principles by reflecting on our past.

Passages: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8; James 2:1-8; Philippians 4:13-19; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

An ailing five-year-old suffers with chronic illness when a group of kind kindergarten students show genuine love and concern. God never forgets us.

Passages: Philippians 2; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

The people we love may have different interests and perspectives than we have. We love them by entering their world, listening and delighting in ...

Passages: Psalm 127, Psalm 133; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Having a new baby in the home can be traumatic. Young siblings are unaware of future joys that will result. Help your child understand how to love ...

Passages: Psalm 91:14-16; Psalm 121

We often live our lives in selfishness and self-reliance. The trials that come to us remind us of how much we need a Savior.

Passages: Proverbs 17:24; 15:20; 4:1-6

All of us have a little waywardness in our nature. The key is to recognize that we are sinful and need a Savior. When we submit our lives to Him, we ...

Passages: Matthew 11:28-30; 19:13-15; Mark 10:13-16; Luke 18:16-17; John 15:9. Revelation 3:19-20

Fairy tales spark our imaginations. Storytellers captivate their listeners. But when God speaks to our hearts, our lives are forever changed. 

Passages: Psalm 8; Psalm 104:24

Zoo Day is a simple tale about a caring second-grade teacher who opened the eyes of her students to the wonders of God's creation.

Passages: Colossians 3:12; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:31-32

We often ignore the needs of others because we are preoccupied with our own pursuits. Those we love express anger toward us because of unmet needs. ...

Passages: Romans 12:17-19; Luke 6:31; Philippians 2:3-4

Those who oppose us often have experienced our rejection and insensitivity. When we humbly look at ourselves, we can learn to extend grace and ...

Passages: Galatians 5:22-6:1; Colossians 3:12-14; 2 Peter 1:5-7

 Moms know the hearts of their children and have a special way of meeting their needs. Acts of kindness are cherished by those who receive them.

Passages: Romans 5:21; 7:24-25; 8:13

Chocolate is delightful, tempting and fattening. Sin may be fun and tasty at first, but eventually leads to spiritual death.

Passages: Leviticus 19:18; Ephesians 4:2-4; Romans 12:9-13

We often hurt those we love the most. Our expressions of love must be genuine, and we must be patient with those who have difficulty expressing their ...

Passages: Psalm 32:11; Matthew 22:37-38; Psalm 27:4

Loving God whole-heartedly is a little like puppy love. We must love God sincerely, honestly and without reservation. God rejoices over His ...

Passages: Psalm 67:1-2; Psalm 34:1-3

Happy memories remind us of God's goodness and care, and sustain us through the painful times of life.

Passages: Psalm 32; Ephesians 2:8-9

You can be sure your sin will find you out-whether it be a tiny transgression or a full-fledged, pre-meditated rebellious act. Julie learned how to ...

Passages: Proverbs 18:24-19:1; Proverbs 17:17

Faithful friends are hard to find. We often model critical behavior and conditional love. True intimacy includes acceptance, respect and comfort.

Passages: Proverbs 1:8-10; Proverbs 13:20; Psalm 1

The friends we choose can deeply influence our lives. Bad company ruins good morals.

Passages: Romans 8:26-39

"Jessie's Story" is the account of those grief-filled moments when Roger realizes he will have a daughter who will never grow up. These are ...