“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” — Matthew 6:33 The Israelite camp buzzed with excitement. They had just crossed the Jordan River on dry ground! The enemy kings were terrified. Their hearts were melting with fear. This was the perfect moment to attack! […]
“I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” — Galatians 2:20 At the foot of Mount Sinai, the Israelites stood with hearts full of hope. God had just freed them from 400 years of slavery in Egypt! He split the Red Sea for them! He fed […]
“I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot… you say, ‘I am rich,’ and do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked.” — Revelation 3:15, 17 Young King Josiah was fixing up God’s temple. Workers were cleaning, repairing, and restoring what had been neglected for years. Suddenly, the high […]
“Occupy till I come.” — Luke 19:13 Tom loved fishing. One Saturday, he helped a stranger land a large fish. They became friends. “I’m Phil,” the stranger said. “Thanks for the help!” They fished together regularly. Phil showed no interest in spiritual things – until one day Tom said, “Did you know Jesus spent a lot […]
“We walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NKJV) Deep inside a mountain tunnel in northern India, 41 construction workers sat in darkness. A massive pile of rocks and debris had collapsed, trapping them underground. Outside, their families wept and prayed. Day 1 passed. Then day 2. Then day 5. The men grew […]
“You must prophesy again about many peoples, nations, tongues, and kings.” — Revelation 10:11 (NKJV) In Thailand, workers were moving a large statue covered in old, cracked plaster. Suddenly, the statue slipped and crashed to the ground. A piece of plaster broke off. One worker gasped. “Look! There’s gold underneath!” They carefully removed more plaster. To […]
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations.” — Matthew 28:19 (NKJV) A man was walking near his home when he heard a soft thud on the ground beside him. Looking down, he saw a strange-looking creature with markings that looked like eyes and two antennae moving side to side. “What is this thing?” he […]
“For to us a child is born… and he will be called… Prince of Peace.” — Isaiah 9:6 (NIV) Prophet Elisha stood calmly in his house, completely surrounded by enemy soldiers. His servant Gehazi was shaking with terror. “Master! The Syrian army has us trapped! What do we do?” Gehazi cried. Elisha smiled peacefully. “Don’t be […]
“The LORD hardened their hearts to wage war against Israel, so that he might destroy them totally.” — Joshua 11:20 (NIV) Jacob sat by the fire looking troubled. His grandfather Achior noticed and asked, “What’s bothering you, boy?” “Grandpa, my teacher said God picks some people to save and some to destroy, and we can’t do […]
“I will send hornets ahead of you to drive out the Canaanites… Little by little I will drive them out before you.” — Exodus 23:28, 30 (NIV) Rahab stood on her rooftop in Jericho, watching the Israelite camp across the river. Her friend Hannah climbed up, looking terrified. “Rahab! The city leaders are preparing to fight! […]