Kathy's Kids Storytime

Have you ever had to do something you did not want to do but you knew it was the right thing? In our story today, Sandra learns that important lesson herself. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

Have you ever known what you should do, but it doesn't make sense so you might do what you shouldn't? In our story today, we learn about the importance of staying true to our convictions and that God will take care of the rest.Today's Bible Verse:"I will prevent pests from devouring your crops, and the vines in your fields will not drop their fruit before it is ripe,” says the Lord Almighty." Malachi 3:11 NIVIf you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

When you have something bad or unfortunate happen and you are trying to figure out how to fix it or get out of the predicament, what do you do first? Do you try and figure it out on your own or do you stop and pray for God to help you figure out what to do first? In our story today and young boy and his friends learn from his mother how important it is to stop and pray first. Putting your faith in God to come to your rescue verses you trying to save yourself. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

Have you ever been on a mission trip? In our story today, Anne really wants to go. But she has to raise the money before hand. Listen to how God made it all happen.If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

Have you ever had to have surgery? In our story today, a young girl realizes that calming assurance found in Psalms 40:4 — "Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods."If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Do you know what a drainpipe is? It is a pipe that directs everything into a different direction. In our story today a young boy while swimming in a cove of a river but actually was diverting the river. Listen to see what happens. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever had to watch someone get bad news? It isn't fun is it? How was their reaction? In our story today, we see how one godly woman responds when she is faced with news that isn't the best. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever had a friend that you wanted to share Jesus with but they were not that interested? In our story today, a young girl faces that same situation...listen to find out what happened in the end. Bible Text:“Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline, or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?"  — 1 Corinthians 4:21b NIVIf you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

Have you ever been in a situation where you are scared and you knew instinctively to pray? In our story today, a young boy and his dad are on a camping trip and find themselves in a bit of a situation. But he knew exactly who to turn to, and you can turn to Jesus too if you find yourself in a sticky situation. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

Have you ever had a bug in your food? It's not fun, is it? In our story today, a young girl learns about obeying her parents but also her parents learn to take their daughter at her word.Bible Text:“Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you."  — Exodus 20:12 NIVIf you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever heard of a "Tidal Wave?" In our story today, a young family learns an important lesson about their faith in Jesus in the midst of an oncoming tidal wave.If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Do you have family members that don't know Jesus? Have you prayed for Jesus to help you introduce them to Him? In our story today, a young girl decided to ask Jesus for help in sharing Him and His love with her uncle and cousin. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever thought that your parents were keeping you from fun by not letting you do things you might want to? In our story today, two young boys realize that their parents and teachers were just trying to keep them safe. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever needed something and been tempted to steal for it? In our story today and young boy listens to the still small voice in side him and asks God to help him come of with an alternative to stealing. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

Have you ever been afraid of something? In our story today, a young boy learns how to replace his fears with faith.If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Rachel Beaver, Communication Summer Intern

In our story today we learn how we get into trouble, we need to stop and ask God for help first before trying to help ourselves get out of the situation. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

In our story today, we learn how we should have unshakable faith just like our pets do that we will always take care of them and come back for them. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department

In our story today, a young girl learns that she is never alone even in the dark of the night. If you’re interested in any other books published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, please visit adventistbookcenter.com or call 1-800-765-6955.Visit our website: www.kathyskidsstorytime.org We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at:Kathy@kathyskidsstorytime.orgorKathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043Special Thanks:Recorded by: Kathy Russell, Children's Ministry Director Edited by: Communication Department