Good Shepherd

“Sam, wake up! We’re going to be late for church.” Samantha stuffed the pillow over her head and groaned as her father’s knock sounded on the bedroom door. The last thing she wanted to do on a Sunday morning was sit through a boring sermon. She had to deal with school...

The Door

Andrew stood on the sidewalk, his heart pounding in his ears. The paint was faded and peeling, but he’d recognize that door anywhere. The only house on the street with a bright yellow door. His mom insisted it was welcoming. Hopefully that was still true. Would he be...

Comforter

             Alexis surveyed the vehicle, hands on her hips. “We’re lucky there’s room for us in the car.”             Ken maneuvered the last box into the back of the SUV. “How can one girl have so much stuff?” He wrapped his arm around Alexis’ shoulders. “I’m sorry...

Counselor

                      Garrett hung up the phone and stuffed it in his gym bag, thankful for an excuse to get off the call. Sure, he loved his parents, but he could only handle these conversations in small doses. He palmed his basketball and headed to the court,...

Cornerstone

              Sarah slid her laptop bag off her shoulder and set it by the foyer table. Stretching her neck, she moved into the kitchen to make dinner for the family. Kayla sat in the family room, slumped on the sofa. Something was off.             “Kayla, honey? Are...