The Circuit Rider's Story

Well, we've taken five weeks off of school, and we are starting back up gradually. My plan is for us to gradually increase the subjects we study each day until we are at a full schedule again in September. This way we get to enjoy a lighter summer schedule yet don't have to go from nothing to a full schedule all in one day. It's nice to have such a light schedule. Right now, we are just focusing on reading comprehension. Today we read "The Circuit Rider's Story" which is an excerpt from Magical Melons by Carol Ryrie Brink.

What a heartwarming, faith-building reading that was. I love to have the kids read stories that are filled with biblical teachings. Today's story was based on Ecc 11:1 and how when you put your faith in God, He will provide. This is a great story about a circuit-riding preacher who had unwavering faith in God. He was a good Samaritan to an Indian that he found on the road who would have frozen to death had it not been for him. What a great example of obedience to God in the face of people telling you to do otherwise.

Many times it seems that obedience to God will require disobedience to others. I admire a person who will step out in obedience to the Lord at all costs. It's amazing how God is so faithful to provide for every need for his people. And he is always on time!

This reading inspired great conversation between me and my children. It is such a blessing to be able to have them read stories that will encourage them to be doers of the Word and to have unwavering faith in God. Obedience and faith...a winning combination.