Psalm 51 is one of the most popular penitential prayers in the Book of Psalms. It is attributed to David and his repentance to the Prophet Nathan when he confronted him about the king’s sin with Bathsheba. It is a popular Psalm during Lent appearing in the liturgies for both Ash Wednesday and the First…
Children's Stories
Dust to Dust: A Bible Story for Kids about Ash Wednesday
This story is the first in a collection of Bible stories for kids about Lent: Take Up Your Cross: Lenten Bible Stories. Dust to Dust: A Bible Story for Kids about Ash Wednesday We begin each season of Lent with a day called Ash Wednesday. It is common to have our foreheads marked with ashes…
The Rabbit and the Rock: A Psalm 91 Story for Children
The Lord is our rock, our shelter, and our fortress! When we are afraid or in a challenging time in our lives, we can turn to him for his protection. In this fable a rabbit avoids the hunters and finds shelter in the rock. You can read this story on this website or you can…
God Calls Samuel: A Bible Story for Kids about Prayer
1 Samuel 3 Our God is not far away or silent. He speaks to us, but how can we hear him? This is the story of the first time the Prophet Samuel heard the voice of the Lord. He was young, but that didn’t stop him from seeking to serve God. As you read this…
Psalm 23 Stories for Children
I believe that stories have an unmistakeable power to pass on faith to young people. Therefore, one of the most effective ways to teach about Psalm 23 to children is to tell them a story. I wrote the following two stories about sheep and the Shepherd to help you explain the meaning behind this popular…
