The Captive

Unlocked: Daily Devotions for Teens · Jan 28, 2026 · 6m

READ: EXODUS 34:6; 2 KINGS 5:1-16; EZEKIEL 36:26; LUKE 6:27-36 Aiyanna huddled behind a barrel as the raiders galloped into town. They were looking for slaves to take back to their tower cities. She had to get out of town—to the forest hut, the home of the prophet of Elohim. Hands grabbed her from behind, and the world turned upside down as she was slung over a raider’s shoulder. Immediately, a sweet smell smothered her into darkness. The next time her eyes opened, she screamed. She stared into cloud space. “Turn her away from the window,” a woman commanded. Rough hands pushed her onto her…