Can Blind Dogs Learn Tricks? God Can Help Us See Our Blind Spots
Blind and lost, Princess Zoey wandered through empty fields until someone found her. Then the old pug sat in a kennel at the shelter. “Shut their eyes; lest they see with their eyes and understand with their heart, turn, and be healed.” When we see God’s goodness and refuse to believe He is good and wants His best for us, our hearts grow hard and our eyes grow dim. Isaiah 6:10 What if we saw something but couldn’t believe it. Or heard something but couldn’t understand it. What if our hearts were closed to the truth? God can help us see our blind spots. Princess Zoey couldn’t see but she was able to use her senses of hearing and smell to learn tricks. She loves treats and could smell her reward. It took time, but with much patience and prayer her human...
Read MoreHow God Guides You! — The Secret of the Flying Geese
How God Guides You... Sofia and her bunny, Clover, walked along the edge of the field, crunching through fallen leaves. Overhead, a V-shaped flock of geese called out, “HONK! HONK! HONK!” “Look at them, Clover,” Sofia whispered. “They’re flying south for the winter. Isn’t it amazing how they know exactly where to go?” Clover twitched his nose and snuggled closer to her side. “The Bible tells us, ‘The Lord will always lead you’ (Isaiah 58:11),” Sofia said. “Just like the geese follow the path God gave them, He guides us, too. Even when we don’t know which way to go, God shows us the way—when we pray, read His Word, and make choices that please Him.” The geese rose higher into the bright sky. “See how they stick together?” Sofia...
Read MoreAcorns of Wisdom
Acorns of Wisdom... PLOP! Emma sat down in the grass just in time to spot a squirrel zooming across the yard like a furry rocket. Its cheeks were stuffed so full of acorns that Emma burst into laughter. POP—KA-BOOM! “Acorn fireworks! That squirrel looks like it’s about to explode,” she giggled. Beside her, “Me-oww!” Cleo, the kitten, crouched low, eyes locked on the squirrel. Her tail swished back and forth like a windshield wiper. She was ready to pounce. “Wait, Cleo!” Emma whispered. “He’s been working like crazy, carrying acorns all day. He’s not just playing. He’s getting ready for the cold winter ahead.” A Bible verse popped into Emma’s mind: “Go watch the ants, you lazy person. Watch what they do and be wise.” (Proverbs...
Read More1 or More Powerful Reasons Komodo Dragons Wear Armor—Do You?
Komodo dragons wear armor. Do you? Joan Procter was a British herpetologist whose fascination with reptiles began as a child. At 10 years old, she kept snakes and lizards as pets. At 16, she got into trouble for taking a young crocodile to her math class. At 19, her knowledge of reptiles drew the attention of leading institutions, eventually making her the first female Curator of Reptiles at London Zoo. Although Proctor was an expert and very skilled at handling reptiles like pythons and crocodilians, she was best known for her observations and care of two Komodo dragons who lived at the zoo. One Komodo dragon was named Sumbawa, and Proctor spent time educating the public about him by taking him for a walk at the zoo and attending children’s tea parties with...
Read MoreThe Write Friend
“I hate school.” “Why, Hannah?” Henry asked. “My friends aren’t in my class.” Hannah brushed a tear from her cheek. I don’t know anyone! I feel all alone.” Henry shook his head. “That’s terrible, Hannah. I have Harold and Harley in my class.” “All my friends are together,” Hannah cried. “I don’t ever want to go back to school again!” Henry gave Hannah his handkerchief. “Poor Hannah. I hope you find a friend.” “You’re a good friend to me, Henry,” Hannah sniffed. “You shared your snot-rag with me.” “Hannah! That’s it!” Henry clapped his hands. “You can share with someone in your class. That’s how new friends are made!” Hannah’s eyes grew bright. “I have two new pencils. Tomorrow I’ll...
Read MoreMinnie-Henny Learns An Important Lesson
An Important Lesson…“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” (Matthew 5:5 NIV) Important Lessons “Who is the most important bird?” Minnie-Henny squawked. She watched Rooster crow loudly from the tall tree stump. He stretched his neck, keeping a sharp eye on the sky. Minnie-Henny’s gaze shifted. Mama clucked softly while teaching a fuzzy batch of baby chicks. She showed them how to scratch for food and sip water. “Silly little things,” Minnie-Henny thought. “They don’t know anything. Mama just clucks, and they copy her. Rooster must be the important one. He’s strong and brave. Mama is not important. Baby chicks are not important.” Just then, a shadow swept across the chicken yard. A hawk! Rooster cried out,...
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