The Sketchbook

Unlocked: Daily Devotions for Teens · Sep 20, 2021 · 4m

“Wish I could join in,” Juan thought bitterly, nursing his sore ankle while his friends played soccer in the park. “Everyone’s changing. Cole has left church, and Tre constantly demands his own way.” Loneliness crept inside Juan as he held on to his brand-new sketchbook. “Lord, help me,” he prayed. “I don’t fit in anymore.” A gust of wind blew open the sketchbook, and a drawing of Cole appeared with a message: Personal tragedy last summer. He’s not sure anymore if God is good. He’s struggling, but he’s afraid to open up because of his broken heart. Juan rubbed his eyes and stared. Within…