Call out to God in pain and sorrow. He will answer us. We may not see him. We may not even hear his words, but he hears us. He will give us comfort in times of sorrow if we remain grateful and faithful to him. Most of all, God grants peace to sinners. When we…
Fiction
The Confident Captain: A Psalm 16 Story
Psalm 16 begins with a prayer asking for God’s protection. “Keep me safe, O God for in you I take refuge” (Psalm 16:1). While others might be tempted to turn away from God for help, we must turn to the Lord and trust in him during times of trouble. He will give us confidence if…
Book List: Christian Fantasy and Science Fiction
I have been an avid reader of science fiction and fantasy books since I was a kid. I hated reading until I first opened up The Hobbit and then delved into the world of Middle Earth with The Lord of the Rings in the seventh grade. J.R.R. Tolkien taught me to love reading. So I…
The Rejected Brick: A Psalm 118 Story for Kids
There are so many great images in Psalm 118, It was hard to select just one for this fable. It is a song of praise and thanksgiving to the Lord for his mercy and protection. This is the psalm that inspired the events on Palm Sunday. It also contains the prophetic words that Jesus quotes…
The Gardener: A Psalm 3 Story for Kids
When times are difficult and without hope, it can be a challenge to trust in the Lord. Yet, God is like a loving gardener. The gardener will protect the plants of the garden from harm. Like loyal plants, we can turn to the Lord for protection and the defeat of those who pull us down….
