Peering Through Life's Window

Anita Mellott shares a devotional about trust from her new book, School Is Where the Home Is, 180 Devotions for Parents She'll give away an e-book. To enter to win leave a comment and an email address. He’ll Catch You “I will trust and not be afraid.” (Isaiah 12:2) “How do I know you’ll catch me?” Seven-year-old Caleb peered down from a tiny ledge five feet off the ground, a deep gorge behind him. “Look at us,” yelled a homeschool co-op buddy. A dozen kids and adults faced each other as their intertwined arms formed a safety net. Caleb had been the first in line for Trust Fall, a team-building exercise for our co-op kids at camp. Now he took a half step backward, bringing his back up against the solid tree trunk. “Well, I trust you with my secrets,” his voice faltered. “But not to catch me.” “But we’re your friends,” a chorus of voices replied. “You can do it, Caleb,” the adults encouraged. He sighed and turned around to face the tree. He closed his eyes, lea...