What Can We Learn From Jesus’ First Resurrection Appearance to His Disciples? (John 20:19-23)
“If I saw Jesus after he rose from the dead, I would probably scream, then faint, then scream again!” says Lily, 10. “Then I would hug him and ask if he brought snacks.” Jesus didn’t bring snacks when he first appeared to his disciples on Easter evening, but he did bring something far better: peace, […]
August 27 2026
by Carey Kinsolving
Disciples
Peace
Resurrection
Why Did Jesus Tell Peter to Put Away His Sword? (John 18:1-11)
“Because Jesus didn’t want Peter to turn the garden into a pirate movie scene!” says Noah, 8. “And Peter was probably better at catching fish than fighting soldiers.” When the soldiers came to arrest Jesus, Peter grabbed his sword and cut off the ear of Malchus, the high priest’s servant. But Jesus told him, “Put […]
August 13 2026
by Carey Kinsolving
Arrest of Jesus
Peace
Peter
Revenge
Violence
How Is Peace From Jesus Different? (John 14:22-31)
“God’s peace is eternal just as he is eternal,” says Jayden, 11. “The reason he gives us peace is because we aren’t eternal like he is, and we can’t handle things like he does.” Yes, God is eternal, and we are mortal. Consider your mortality and awaken to your need for God. Do you know […]
August 21 2024
by Carey Kinsolving
Gospel of John Series
Peace
What Makes Jesus Weep (John 11:28-37)?
“Lazarus died and he was Jesus’ buddy,” says Samuel, 5. We don’t often think of Jesus as having buddies or friends, but he did. From the story in John 11 where a crying Mary meets Jesus to tell him that he could have prevented her brother from dying, we have the shortest verse in the […]
July 10 2020
by Carey Kinsolving
Compassion
Gospel of John Series
Mourning
Peace
Sorrow
Weeping
What Can We Learn From Jesus Walking On The Water (John 6:16-21)?
“When I am scared or don’t know what to do. I ask Jesus to give me power to not be afraid,” says Kaleb, 7. Kaleb, this is a great place to start. When you’re afraid or confused, admit it. Go to the Lord and ask him to give you clarity and peace. Notice what Jesus […]
February 12 2016
by Carey Kinsolving
Courage
Fear
Gospel of John Series
Miracles
Peace
Walking on Water
If Everyone Knew the Love of God, How Would the World Be Different?
If everyone knew the love of God, how would the world be different? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about how God’s love can transform even the most hate-filled heart. (I John 4:7; Philippians 4:9)
July 13 2007
by Carey Kinsolving
Hate
Love
Peace
Transformation
What Does It Mean to Abide in Christ? (Part 2 of 2)
What does it mean to abide in Christ? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about living in God’s peace. (Galatians 2:20; Matthew 22:37)
June 25 2007
by Carey Kinsolving
Abiding in Christ
Peace
What Does Heaven Look Like? (Part 2 of 3)
What heaven look like? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about beauty, peace, riches and rewards in heaven. (Hebrews 11:25-26; Revelation 21:23)
June 25 2007
by Carey Kinsolving
Beauty
Heaven
Peace
Rewards
Riches
Can I Know I’m in the Place Where God Wants Me?
Can I know I’m in the place where God wants me? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about the peace that comes from God’s guidance and provision. (Psalm 23:2, John 7:37-38)
October 4 2006
by Carey Kinsolving
Green Pastures
Guidance
Love
Peace
Provision
Psalm 23
Sheep
Shepherd
Still Waters
Thirst
Time with God
How Do I Show Grace To Mean People?
How do I show grace to mean people? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about grace, forgiveness and kindness.
September 19 2006
by Carey Kinsolving
Evil
Forgiveness
Grace
Kindness
Love
Peace
Sin