Easter Brings New Hope
Hook: Have you ever felt sad and hoped something happy would happen? Book: On Easter morning, Jesus’ friends went to the tomb where He had been buried. When they arrived, the stone was rolled away, and Jesus was not there! God had done something wonderful—Jesus was alive! Easter shows us that God always keeps His promises. Matthew 28:6 (NIV) – “He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” Look: Because Jesus is alive, we can have hope even when things feel hard. Easter reminds us that God brings joy after sadness and light after dark days—not just for us, but for everyone we love. Took: Today, remember that Jesus is alive, and He loves you very much. Charles Smith is a faith-driven author and creator of After the Storm Books & Journals. His...
Read MoreGod Keeps His Promises
Hook: Do you know someone who always keeps their promises? Book: “I will put my Spirit in you, and you will live.” — Ezekiel 37:14 Look: God never forgets His promises. He promised to love us, help us, and give us His Spirit. When we remember that, we can smile and know we’re never alone. Took: Thank You, God, for keeping Your promises to me. Amen. Charles Smith is a faith-driven author and creator of After the Storm Books & Journals. His work focuses on devotionals that help readers of all ages find peace, strength, and purpose through God’s Word. Charles is the author of After the Storm, Looking for God (After the Storm), Life After the Storms: New Beginnings, How to Build a Better You! For Today’s Men Dealing with Today’s Mental...
Read MoreGod Makes Us Strong
Hook: Have you ever stood tall and felt brave, even when something was hard? Book: “They stood up on their feet—a great army.” — Ezekiel 37:10 Look: When we trust God, He helps us stand strong, even when life feels hard. Just like the dry bones stood up, we can stand tall with His love in our hearts. Took: Lord, help me be brave and strong with You by my side. Amen. Charles Smith is a faith-driven author and creator of After the Storm Books & Journals. His work focuses on devotionals that help readers of all ages find peace, strength, and purpose through God’s Word. Charles is the author of After the Storm, Looking for God (After the Storm), Life After the Storms: New Beginnings, How to Build a Better You! For Today’s Men Dealing with...
Read MoreGod Gives Us Breath
God Gives Us Breath Hook: Take a deep breath—who gave you that breath? Book: “Breath entered them; they came to life.” — Ezekiel 37:10 Look: Every breath you take is a gift from God! When you breathe in, remember He is near you. His Spirit fills you with peace, joy, and courage every single day. Took: Holy Spirit, fill me with Your love today. Amen. Charles Smith is a faith-driven author and creator of After the Storm Books & Journals. His work focuses on devotionals that help readers of all ages find peace, strength, and purpose through God’s Word. Charles is the author of After the Storm, Looking for God (After the Storm), Life After the Storms: New Beginnings, How to Build a Better You! For Today’s Men Dealing with Today’s Mental...
Read MoreGod Speaks Life
God speaks life… Have you ever seen something that looked too broken to fix? A toy that wouldn’t work no matter what you tried? God can fix things even more amazing than that — He can make dry bones come back to life! Ezekiel 37:4 says: Then He said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord!’” When God told Ezekiel to speak to the dry bones, it sounded impossible. But God’s Word has power. As soon as Ezekiel obeyed, the bones started to move! God showed that nothing is too hard for Him when we listen and believe His Word. Sometimes our world feels broken too — when people argue, when families hurt, or when we feel left out. But God can bring life and hope back to anything, even when it...
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