Short, simple devotions to read together: a Bible story, a way to explain it to your child, a few conversation starters, and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on the birth of Jesus (Luke 2): a simple way to talk with your child about a long journey to Bethlehem, a baby laid in a feeding trough, shepherds in the night, and the good news of great joy that was for all people. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Paul and Silas in prison (Acts 16): a simple way to talk with your child about a dark prison cell, feet held in stocks, two men singing hymns at midnight, an earthquake, and a jailer who found something he did not expect. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus washing the disciples' feet (John 13): a simple way to talk with your child about an evening meal, a towel and a basin, the surprise of the Teacher kneeling to do the work of a servant, and what Peter said about it. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Mary and Martha (Luke 10): a simple way to talk with your child about a home where Jesus came to visit, a sister busy with many things, a sister sitting at his feet, and the calm words Jesus said about the one thing that was needed. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus and Bartimaeus (Mark 10): a simple way to talk with your child about a blind man by the road who heard Jesus passing, cried out when people told him to be quiet, and the one question Jesus asked him. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on the man lowered through the roof (Mark 2): a simple way to talk with your child about a house bursting full of people, four friends who would not give up, a hole in the roof, and the words Jesus said before the man got up. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Samuel choosing David (1 Samuel 16): a simple way to talk with your child about seven brothers passing before Samuel one by one, a youngest boy still out with the sheep, and the one God said to anoint. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Balaam and the donkey (Numbers 22): a simple way to talk with your child about a man on a journey, a donkey that kept stopping, and the reason only the donkey could see. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Joseph and his brothers (Genesis 45): a simple way to talk with your child about the day Joseph could not hold it in anymore, wept out loud, and said the words his brothers never expected: I am Joseph. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on the burning bush (Exodus 3): a simple way to talk with your child about a bush on fire that did not burn up, a voice calling a name, and the great mystery of who was talking. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Queen Esther (Esther 4-5): a simple way to talk with your child about a hard choice, a law that said anyone who came to the king uninvited could be put to death, and a queen who decided to go anyway. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Elisha and the widow's olive oil (2 Kings 4): a simple way to talk with your child about a family with very little, an empty house, and a small jar of oil that did not run out. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jonah and the great fish (Jonah 1-2): a simple way to talk with your child about running away, a storm, a huge fish, and the second chance that came at the end. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus feeding the five thousand (John 6): a simple way to talk with your child about a huge crowd, one boy with a small lunch, and something amazing that happened with it. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego (Daniel 3): a simple way to talk with your child about a blazing furnace, three men who would not bow, and the fourth person in the fire with them. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Moses and the Red Sea (Exodus 14): a simple way to talk with your child about standing between the sea and an army, hearing "The Lord will fight for you," and watching God make a way. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Gideon (Judges 6:11-24): a simple way to talk with your child about asking questions, about a commander called a mighty warrior, and about the words, Peace! Do not be afraid. Plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on Naaman (2 Kings 5:1-14): a simple way to talk with your child about a mighty commander, a little servant girl, and how God healed him through a simple word.
A Bible devotion for kids on Elijah and the ravens (1 Kings 17:1–6): a simple way to talk with your child about God's provision, trusting Him when things change, and remembering we can always talk to Him.
A Bible devotion for kids on Joshua and Jericho (Joshua 6): a simple way to talk with your child about following God's instructions, being patient before anything changes, and trusting God's promises.
A Bible devotion for kids on Samuel hearing God's voice (1 Samuel 3): a simple way to talk with your child about listening to God, asking questions when we don't understand, and telling the truth even when it is hard.
A Bible devotion for kids on Daniel in the lions' den (Daniel 6): a simple way to talk with your child about prayer and faithfulness, what happens when doing what's right leads to danger, and how God rescued Daniel through the night.
A Bible devotion for kids on Samson and Delilah (Judges 13–16): a simple way to talk with your child about real strength: where it comes from, what happens when we make choices we come to regret, and how we can still turn back to God even when things fall apart.
A Bible devotion for kids on David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17): a simple way to talk with your child about courage and trusting God, plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A simple Bible devotion for kids on Noah's Ark (Genesis 6-9): what the story means, how to talk with your child about trust, conversation starters, and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37): a simple way to talk with your child about who is my neighbor, plus conversation starters and a short family prayer.
A Bible devotion for kids on the parable of the lost sheep (Luke 15:3-7): a simple way to talk with your child about feeling forgotten or overlooked, and how God notices and cares about each one of us.
A Bible devotion for kids on the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32): a simple way to talk with your child about coming home, being welcomed with joy, and a father's love for both of his sons.
A Bible devotion for kids on Ruth and Naomi (Ruth 1:1-18): a simple way to talk with your child about family, loss, and Ruth's choice to stay with Naomi.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus welcoming the children (Mark 10:13-16): a simple way to talk with your child about being welcomed by Jesus and coming to Him honestly with our questions.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus calming the storm (Mark 4:35-41): a simple way to talk with your child about bringing our fears to Jesus, and what it means to trust Him even when things feel frightening.
A Bible devotion for kids on Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10): a simple way to talk with your child about being seen and welcomed by Jesus, and about making things right after we've done wrong.
A Bible devotion for kids on Jesus walking on water (Matthew 14:22-33): a simple way to talk with your child about feeling afraid, and how we can turn to Jesus even when we're scared.