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Day 1 of 31
God Starts the Story
Genesis 1:1 · World English Bible
In our own words
In our own words: the Bible begins by saying that God created the heavens and the earth.
Reflection
Before there was a family breakfast, a school day, or even a sunrise, God was already making a world. Genesis opens with that huge, kind idea. The sky, the ground, and the air you are breathing are part of a story God started. You do not have to solve every science question tonight. Wonder is enough. Look around the room and name one ordinary thing that is good to have. A window, a blanket, a pet, or a glass of water all belong in God's big beginning. When children hear that God made the world, they also hear that they are not here by accident. You are part of the story God chose to begin.
Prayer
God, thank you for starting the world and for giving our family a place in it. Help us notice your gifts today. Amen.
Talk about it
What is one thing in our home or outside that you are glad God made?
Try this together
Step outside or look out a window together and thank God out loud for three things you can see.