May 27, 2026 – Daily Devotional
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” -Colossians 3:12
For over fourteen years, Krista Richard has spent her free time collecting bicycles and giving them away. Krista believes that every kid should have the opportunity to play outside, explore their neighborhood, and enjoy the freedom that comes with riding their own bike. Because she is so passionate about helping kids enjoy being kids, she started collecting a few bikes, repairing them, and giving them away.
Since that first time giving away bikes, Krista Richard has collected and given away thousands of bikes. Her kindness has helped to launch Bikes and Trikes for Everyone. Krista has created a volunteer group that helps collect and repair the bikes and trikes. They put in countless hours of work, restoring the bikes for new children to enjoy. Krista says, “With all these video games, there’s no social contact, and people don’t know who their neighbors are anymore.” She has seen that when a group of kids has bikes, they socialize.
Krista and the Bike and Trikes for Everyone group recently held a large giveaway. In just one day, they helped 88 kids choose a new bike. The day was filled with smiles, laughter, and lots of fun. The joy on each child’s face was worth the work and time invested in each bike.
Helping kids succeed and enjoy life is Krista’s passion. She wants them to enjoy the blessings of sports and being connected to one another. Krista has dedicated much of her life to helping children. Her kindness and passion have come together to help thousands.
Bikes and Trikes for Everyone is a reminder to us that kindness makes a difference. When we are passionate about something and use our gifts to help others, we, too, will make a difference. Krista started this exciting ministry from her own driveway. Her expression of kindness has put smiles on faces and wheels in motion throughout her community. Krista’s kindness has, and our kindness will make a difference.
-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship
