Biblical Fiction For Kids

Are you looking for a kid-friendly way to introduce Jesus to your young child? You feel they're growing up too fast, and you want to make sure they truly know and understand God. You're a parent or caregiver, but because you're so busy during the day, it's hard to make time to help your child grow their faith in Christ. If this sounds like you, then Only One Life has the exact answers you're looking for. Children learn through stories, and so do the children of God. Many parents strive to teach their children about God, but they want to ensure they're doing it correctly.

Jesus Listens, the bestselling 365-day prayer devotional from Sarah Young, is now available for children. This book invites your children (and you) into an ongoing conversation with God, growing a meaningful prayer life and closer relationship with Him. In this inspiring 365-day book of prayers, Sarah Young, author of Jesus Calling, helps children talk to God every day. Kids will learn how to pray honest prayers and know that Jesus is always listening to them.

Danny and his cousin Grant are all set to enjoy some fishing time up in the Northwest Angle before school resumes. However, a thief is wreaking havoc for the Orlises and their neighbors. Unjustly accused of these crimes, Danny and Grant are determined to identify the real culprit. Amid danger and challenges, they discover that having a good name and reputation pays off.

Danny and Ron Orlis have been asked to go to Africa to supervise the construction of a new mission hospital. However, a delay in building materials and a stray elephant cause trouble. Then Ngida, the son of a tribal chief, is nearly killed while hunting the stray elephant, and the natives blame the Orlises for not having first sacrificed to the “god of waterholes.” Danny insists that the God who created heaven and earth will protect them, and they all go for one last hunt in an ultimate test of physical strength and faith.

Isn't it amazing how quickly children learn when they're young? Their brains are like sponges, soaking up all the information they come across. They are intrigued about Jesus and God, but by the time they reach adolescence, the majority may have stopped asking questions about the Lord Jesus and may have begun to doubt their faith entirely.

Danny and Kay Orlis are asked to go along on a chartered boat cruise off the coast of Guatemala to help translate for the captain and lead Bible studies for the crew. They take along Matt and Mark, twin sons of coworkers at the mission. But something fishy is going on with one of the passengers on this boat and his interest in an old shipwreck. Mark, Matt, and their new friend Gil try to discover what their shipmate is up to and solve the mystery of the wreck below.

Triplets Del, Doug, and DeeDee are orphaned missionary kids. Rejected by their aunt and uncle in Texas who were offended by the triplets’ faith in Jesus, the kids have now found a permanent home with Danny and Kay Orlis. The triplets have a place to live but still have many things to figure out. As they are growing up, they realize that although they look alike, they have unique talents and abilities. Doug finds his skill on the basketball court, but a fawn discovered during a walk in the woods reveals one of the exceptional talents God gave Del.

Sandy had a crush on Doug, DeeDee's brother. Sandy was rich, spoiled, not a Christian, but liked Doug, and partly because of that, made friends with DeeDee in order to get to know her brother Doug. Dee-Dee started envying Sandy, because of everything she had, even though Sandy wasn't happy. Then, Sandy introduces DeeDee to a boy, Wally Crowder, who also is popular, but not a Christian. Both Sandy and Doug, through this all, drift away from God. Eventually DeeDee gets in trouble, and realizes that her friendship with Sandy is influencing her the wrong way, and she determines to honor God.

Linda and Becky Penner continue to live with Danny and Kay Orlis so they can enjoy a stable and safe Christian home life. But when their dad brings over his fiancée to meet the girls, Linda is outraged, scared, and determined to allow no one to take the place of her mother. It takes a supernatural work of God to change Linda’s mind and bring her home to her family again.

Johnny Larson’s life is in turmoil after the death of Fritz McCloud. It is his fault that Fritz is dead, and now the case is going to court. To make matters worse, Johnny’s friends no longer want to hang out, and while he really needs some money, who wants to hire a criminal? But then Fritz’s dad, Lester, speaks up on Johnny’s behalf in the courtroom, citing his new faith in Christ and distinctive character changes as the reason for his support. The judge postpones the sentencing to investigate further, keeping everyone in suspense. A bright spot, however, is some newfound friends ...

Doug, Del, and DeeDee Davis are eager to visit their cousins, the Ropers, on their sprawling Texas ranch. Now that their Aunt Carmen has turned to Christ, the ranch seems an entirely different place. The kids are looking forward to time with the Ropers and horseback riding, but then, unexpected lights in an old, abandoned house and glimpses of someone hiding in the grass add more mystery to their visit than they bargained for.

Robin Evans and Alex Smith were advised not to get married, but they did anyway. Now, Alex needs to find a job and finish high school at the same time. However, he quickly discovers that few employers are willing to hire a part-timer. Quitting school seems like his only option, but what about his future? How will he provide for Robin and their future family? This challenge, combined with the fact that he is not a Christian, adds stress to their fragile marriage. Will they get the help they need before it’s too late?

When Hal Seybold, a new Christian, declines an invitation to join a gang in town, he finds himself entangled in a web of challenges that test his moral compass. From resisting the temptation to cheat on a test, to enduring physical attacks and false accusations, Hal's resolve is relentlessly tested. He is aided by his friends, Jim and Danny, and an evolving relationship with his father, who has been less than kind to Hal over the years. As the mystery of a local drugstore robbery unfolds, Hal's faith and the strength of the community shine as beacons of hope, eventually leading to ...

Kent Gilbert is desperate to be friends with Stub, Buford, Carl, and the other “cool” guys in high school. However, when the gang plans a party in an old, abandoned barn, Kent is invited – to stay away. In an attempt to prove that he can fit in, Kent comes up with a plan, but it goes horribly wrong and results in a blinding explosion. The doctor says that, tragically, Kent’s eyesight appears to be lost. This lesson comes at a high price, but as is often the case, this overwhelming event in his life results in a most wonderful change of heart.

Ron and Darlene Orlis are serving at the mission station near High Rock in Canada. The Indigenous people who live there do not want Ron and Darlene there. One of them, Guy Ferebee, tells them to leave. Ron and Darlene try to find a way to stay and share the Gospel but fail. To complicate matters, a forest fire rages nearby. What can they do? Sadly, they make arrangements to fly out of there and pack up their belongings. Why did God bring them there only to have them leave before anyone accepted Jesus as their Savior? What happens next is totally unexpected.

Danny Orlis organizes an ice fishing expedition for some boys on Mille Lacs, a renowned walleye lake in Minnesota. Their winter adventure quickly becomes a dire survival situation when a blizzard sweeps in, causing the ice to crack treacherously beneath them in the dead of night. Faced with no other options, Danny and the boys must navigate the perilous, snow-covered ice. Hidden cracks loom as silent threats, ready to plunge the unwary into icy waters. Amidst this physical danger, a deeper concern weighs on Danny: some of the boys do not yet know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Aware...

Kirk Meyer loves to read comic books. He chooses to read them instead of going to Sunday School and then things go from bad to worse. The post office gets robbed, and the sheriff pays Kirk a visit. Kirk knows the truth, but will he answer the sheriff's questions honestly? Meanwhile, Danny faces a life-changing decision. Will he choose fame and fortune by attending a more-prestigious college with his friend Tim, rather than a Bible college? Peer pressure only complicates the matter. Danny must confront his own feelings of jealousy and spite in order to maintain a clear head and a clean ...

In addition to a pet deer, Del now also has a pet crow named Blackie, and he’s determined to teach Blackie to talk. But his brother Doug thinks he’s crazy for spending so much time with animals, and he's a little jealous too. And now, DeeDee is being defiant about where she’s going and what she’s doing. Things are definitely spiraling out of control for the triplets. The three of them are charting their own course – will their love and care for one another be rekindled before it’s too late?

Join Danny Orlis on an unforgettable journey from the heart of Cedarton to the rugged beauty of Minnesota. Amidst plans gone awry, Danny finds himself aboard the Valiant, navigating through not just the physical challenges of treacherous waters and a sick skipper, but also confronting the turbulent seas of faith, friendship, and forgiveness. From thrilling rescues in stormy weather to dilemmas on the riverbank, Danny and his friends face trials that test their courage and convictions.

Linda Penner wants to date. She’s old enough, at least in her mind, and the boys like her! But everything that seems fine isn’t always right, and Linda gets caught between two jealous boys who seem more interested in hugs and kisses than in truly loving and caring for Linda. Later, she “borrows” a dress from Maybelle’s Dress Shop to impress Tom—a decision that backfires spectacularly. Will Tom ever forgive her for lying to him? Can situations gone horribly wrong be made right?