Construction Project

"Milo, listen to me say this verse," Joel said as he helped his little brother learn a memory verse for Sunday school. He recited each word slowly. "Okay, now see if you can repeat it."

Milo tried to repeat the verse, but he stumbled over the unfamiliar words. Joel tried to help him but eventually gave up. "You're hopeless," he said. "Go practice on your own. I have to finish my homework."

Milo looked forlorn. "I'll do better," he said

Joel rolled his eyes. "Yeah, right."

As Milo got up from the table, Joel saw his mom standing in the doorway. She smiled at Milo. "Go work on your verse in your room, and I'll be in to help you in a few minutes."

After Milo left, Mom turned to Joel. "I'm disappointed in your attitude toward your brother. He struggles to learn things and needs help and encouragement."

"Okay. Sorry," Joel said, flipping open his math book.

Later that day, Joel's dad put his tablet on the table and scrolled through some pictures. "These were taken before, during,