Picnic Under the Stars
Have a late night picnic with Dad out under the stars. Lay down a blanket and stare into the night sky.
Verse to Share
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place Psalm 8:3 NIV
Devotional
Have you looked at the stars lately? Don’t just glance over them and say, “Wow, what pretty little stars!” Look at them carefully, study them, and really think about them. Sure, stars are a beautiful backdrop to our world, but they are so much more. They remind us that God is bigger than we think, more powerful than we know, and has plans we cannot begin to imagine. He is bigger than the universe, wiser than anyone, and His creativity is immeasurable. If he can create the stars, the planets, and the expanses of space, he can handle anything we throw at Him. Problems with our sister or brother or friend issues at school are a piece of cake for the creator of the stars. The amazing thing is, even though he is so big and powerful, He loves and cares about the small, tiny details of our lives. He provides for our needs, listens to the cries of our heart, and even knows the thoughts pouring out of our heads. It’s good to know God is listening to us when we can’t even find the words to ask for help. Let God know when you have trouble. Ask Him for help. Talk to Him about whatever is keeping you up at night or troubling you during the day. Let the creator of the stars guide you. He’s ready. Are you?
Let’s Chat
What is your favorite part of the night sky?
Can you make your own picture out of the stars?
Dad- What do you think about when you look at the night sky?
Daughter- How does the “hugeness” of space make you feel?
Read Psalm 8:3 again and talk about the issues that seem small when we think of the “hugeness” of God?
Capture the Moment
Cut a star out of yellow paper and write tonight’s date on it. Place it in your memory box to remember your night with the stars.
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Verse to Share
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place Psalm 8:3 NIV
Devotional
Have you looked at the stars lately? Don’t just glance over them and say, “Wow, what pretty little stars!” Look at them carefully, study them, and really think about them. Sure, stars are a beautiful backdrop to our world, but they are so much more. They remind us that God is bigger than we think, more powerful than we know, and has plans we cannot begin to imagine. He is bigger than the universe, wiser than anyone, and His creativity is immeasurable. If he can create the stars, the planets, and the expanses of space, he can handle anything we throw at Him. Problems with our sister or brother or friend issues at school are a piece of cake for the creator of the stars. The amazing thing is, even though he is so big and powerful, He loves and cares about the small, tiny details of our lives. He provides for our needs, listens to the cries of our heart, and even knows the thoughts pouring out of our heads. It’s good to know God is listening to us when we can’t even find the words to ask for help. Let God know when you have trouble. Ask Him for help. Talk to Him about whatever is keeping you up at night or troubling you during the day. Let the creator of the stars guide you. He’s ready. Are you?
Let’s Chat
What is your favorite part of the night sky?
Can you make your own picture out of the stars?
Dad- What do you think about when you look at the night sky?
Daughter- How does the “hugeness” of space make you feel?
Read Psalm 8:3 again and talk about the issues that seem small when we think of the “hugeness” of God?
Capture the Moment
Cut a star out of yellow paper and write tonight’s date on it. Place it in your memory box to remember your night with the stars.
Back to Fun Activities with Dad.