The Wonder of Nature: 7 Simple Ways to Teach Kids About God’s Creation
As parents, caregivers, or teachers, one of the most powerful gifts we can give children is a sense of awe and appreciation for the world around them. Nature is a profound reflection of God’s creativity and love. From towering trees to tiny ants, every part of creation tells a story about God’s majesty and care. Teaching kids about God’s creation not only nurtures their connection to nature, but also helps them understand their place in God’s beautiful world. Here are 7 simple ways to help children appreciate and learn about God’s creation. Take Nature Walks and Explore God’s Creation One of the best ways to help kids experience God’s creation firsthand is by taking regular nature walks. Whether it’s a stroll through the park, a hike in the woods,...
Read MoreStop, Drop, Roll Out…
Jesus said, “Believe me, woman. The time is coming when you will not have to be in Jerusalem or on this mountain to worship the Father. You Samaritans worship what you don’t understand. We Jews understand what we worship. Salvation comes from the Jews. The time is coming when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth. That time is now here. And these are the kinds of worshipers the Father wants. God is spirit. Those who worship God must worship in spirit and truth.” The woman said, “I know that the Messiah is coming.” (Messiah is the One called Christ.) “When the Messiah comes, he will explain everything to us.” Then Jesus said, “He is talking to you now. I am he.” Just then, his followers came back from town. They were...
Read MoreA Day At The Beach With Daddy
Ellie woke up one morning thinking about her big project. She needed to paint a giant cardboard castle for her school play. Paints, brushes, and a glittery crown sat in a pile, ready for her to start. But as she grabbed her brush, she stopped. Remembering her promise to spend time with her dad, she hurried into his bedroom and pulled her little red rocking chair close to his desk. “Hi, Daddy. It’s me, checking in,” Ellie said aloud. She flipped open the book he kept on his desk and began to read. She loved reading Daddy’s writings, and even though she couldn’t recall his voice, she imagined how he might have spoken the words. As she read, her mind wandered back to her castle. Should the flag be blue or red? “Red is a good color,”...
Read MoreBible Lessons from the Chicken Coop
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” — Ephesians 4:2 People act a lot like chickens. Chickens are not all the same. Some have feathered feet. Others have feathers on their heads that stick out everywhere. Different types of chickens can lay different colored eggs. Grandpa raises chickens for their eggs. He has four pens, each with a different kind of egg. Some are large or small, brown or white. One of his chickens even lays light green eggs. Have you read Dr. Seuss’s book Green Eggs and Ham? God made real green eggs—they’re prettier than the ones in the book. But what about chicken personalities? It’s interesting. Some chickens act bossy toward others. Some ignore you and only come to the fence...
Read MoreRed Apples and Kind Words
Sparkling dew drops slipped off the apple tree leaves and hit me on the nose. Squinting, I tried to avoid the splash against my eyelashes. I stretched as I tried to reach the shiny red apple hanging just out of my reach. With one final effort, I stood up on my tippy toes and grabbed the apple. “UGG!” I exclaimed as I fell backward, a shower of cold dewy sprayed on me. My jacket was damp, but I had secured my prize. I looked down at the beautiful red apple in my hands. It almost felt wrong to eat something so beautiful. I wish I could save it forever. But apples only last so long, so I brought the apple up to my lips and took a big munch. The sweet flavor of the apple exploded in my mouth. It was better than any candy I had ever eaten! Proverbs 25:11 says, “A...
Read MoreSpiritual Strength
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 How strong would you have to be to defeat the Incredible Hulk? You’d probably need biceps the size of boulders and superhuman strength. How strong is the Hulk exactly? He’s so strong that he could lift a planet over his head or destroy an asteroid in one punch. While it would be nice to have limitless physical strength like the Hulk, as Christians, we have something even better…spiritual strength. The apostle Paul said “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” Paul was imprisoned for five years for preaching the Gospel, and although his body was weak, Jesus gave him the spiritual strength to overcome his circumstances. He continued spreading the Good News by...
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