“If Jesus told me to follow him, I’d try, but I’d probably look back to see who else was coming,” says Ava, 10. “If my little brother was coming too, I’d want to make sure he didn’t mess it up.” Peter had a similar moment. In John 21:15–19, Jesus had just restored Peter with amazing […]

“If Jesus healed people and fed thousands with just a few fish, why would anyone want to kill him?” asks Liam, 9. “That’s like trying to get rid of your birthday cake!” Liam’s question is both funny and insightful. Why would anyone want to crucify someone who went around helping others? In John 19:1-16, we […]

On Thanksgiving Day, families all over America sit down to dinner at the same time — halftime. “Thanksgiving has two good words,” says Hollie, age 9. “They are ‘thanks’ and ‘giving,’ and that’s what we need to do — thank others and be giving. Those are two things my mom taught me.” Hollie, your mom […]

What is the meaning of the proverb, “The Lord laughs at those who laugh at Him”? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about the consequences of pride and the rewards of humbleness.(Proverbs 3:34; Luke 23:34; II Peter 3:9; Esther; Proverbs 26:27)

Why did the devil tempt Jesus? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about pride vs. servanthood and how to deal with temptation. (John 6:51; Matthew 27:40; Matthew 4:3; Isaiah 14:13-14; Mark 10:45)

What is the lesson of Gideon and his 300-man army? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about pride vs. humble, courageous dependence on the Lord. (Judges 6:12)

What can we learn from suffering? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about fear and pride vs. faith and obedience. (Hebrews 5:8, Psalm 23:4)