Editor's note: Pastor Max Lucado's devotional for kids You Can Count on God: 100 Devotions for Kids is the children's version of You Can Count of God, a devotion for all of us dealing with day-to-day anxieties and worries. In it, Max reminds us that we can trust God because He never changes, He loves us, and He is faithful. Enjoy this excerpt and be sure to share with your little ones. * Everyone who hears My words and obeys them is like a wise man who built his house on rock. — Matthew 7:24 NCV Jesus once told a story about two builders. One was wise and one was foolish. The wise builder built his house on solid rock. The wind blew, the rains came, and the water rose up all around him. But that house didn't fall. Because it was built on rock. The other builder was not so wise. This foolish guy decided to build his house on the sand. Maybe it was easier. Maybe he didn't have to travel as far for supplies. Maybe he liked the view. But when the winds blew and the rains came and the water rose up all around him, that house came crashing down. What did Jesus mean by this story? Who are the builders? And what are the rocks and the sand? |
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The builders are you and me and everyone. We're all building our lives. The question is, are we building our lives on rock or on sand? The sand is the world. When we listen to the world and let it tell us what is important, that's like building our house on sand. Because just like sand, the world is always moving and changing. If you count on being the best soccer player, the smartest kid in the class, or the most popular to make you feel important and special, then your house is sitting on sand. What if you sprain your ankle? What if you flunk the test? What if the cool kids decide someone else is more popular? The sand will shift, and your house will come crashing down! The rock is God. If you let Him tell you why you are important and special, then you've built your life on rock. Because God never changes. Make Him the most important thing in your life, and no storm of life — no flunked test, no lost friend, nothing in this world — will be able to knock you down. Lord, help me not to build my life on unimportant things. Teach me, instead, to build my life on You. Amen. |
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Hey, kids, are you building your life on the Rock of Jesus? There's no safer place! There's nothing more secure than doing life with God, keeping connected to His Word, and letting Him determine your worth. He loves you and He won't ever leave you alone! ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Helping kids draw closer to God |
You Can Count on God: 100 Devotions for Kids |
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From New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado, these 100 devotions will help kids worry less, bravely try new things, and draw closer to God as they learn to trust His faithfulness. Adapted from the encouraging devotional for adults, You Can Count on God teaches children that they can depend on God because He will never leave them and will love them unconditionally. Each of the 100 entries - includes a comforting Bible verse and a short devotion that show an example of God's faithfulness
- presents the message that God is trustworthy in a way that children, ages 6 to 10, can understand
- reassures kids that God can help them with their challenges, sorrows, loneliness, and questions
- offers a takeaway section with a key point, reflection question, or prayer to guide kids in understanding and applying the biblical truth
- is perfect for families to read together or for older readers to enjoy alone
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What our readers are saying |
"I bought these to give to the 3-4 grade Sunday School class. This is very material that the children would use every day before school or at bedtime to keep God's word flowing into their lives all week." — David D. |
"I love this kid's devotional. It not only gives explanations of scripture, but so many life lessons that children need to learn. Max Lucado writes like a gentle father naturally sharing things with his children. It's enjoyable and fun. They might not even know they are learning anything, but they'll never forget what they learned." — Colleen D. |
"I just read the first devotion to my grandson. He got happy after hearing about God's love for us." — Geneva G. |
Give your child the gift of knowing that they can count on God, no matter what. This kids devotional is perfect for - families who want their children to feel secure in their faith
- a present to commemorate a decision of faith, baptism, or confirmation
- a gift for an Easter basket, Christmas present, or other religious holiday
With a ribbon bookmark, presentation page, attractive textured hardcover, and bold color interiors, this hope-giving devotional for kids is the perfect gift for any child needing courage for a new challenge; peace from anxieties about the future; or relief from disappointment, insecurity, and feeling overwhelmed. You Can Count on God will guide children into a deeper relationship with God as they learn about His faithfulness in the past and build confidence that they can always trust Him to help them. |
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You Can Count on God: 365 Devotions |
Today's worries and anxieties can seem overwhelming, but trusted pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado leads you to greater peace through this 365-day devotional of short, powerful readings and Scripture verses. No matter what happens in this ever-changing world, God invites us to count on him because he never changes. Each dated entry in You Can Count on God includes: - an engaging devotion from Lucado with his trademark inspirational style
- comforting Scripture to bring us back to God's promises
- encouragement to receive God's peace even in challenging circumstances
- reminders of how God gives us courage to try new things
- strength to make it through any trial we face.
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