How can I help my child have a strong faith in God part 3

Part 3: Seeing God through what He has created.

"Ever since the wolrd was created it has been possible to see the qualities of God that are not seen. I'm talking about his eternal power and about the fact that he is God. Those things can be seen in what he has made" Romans 1:20

The awesomeness of human beings is an incredible testimony to God's power and love. Whenever you see a news article or television show about medical discoveries and the awesome inner workings of the human body, or when your children learn about such things at school, take the opportunity to point out God's incredible design and the love he demonstrated in making us so wonderful and so complete.

Next time you're looking out at the stars, or your children are learning about the incredible vastness of the universe, take the opportunity to help your children see how unlimited and powerful God is.

Point out to your children how everything in creation works in perfect harmony and balance: the way the food chain works; how our atmosphere is perfect for sustaining life; how the atmosphere is maintained by the amazing cooperation of different systems that we take for granted; how each creature that God has made, from bacteria to whales, has a special role in maintaining the balance of life on earth. All of this demonstrates God's loving character through his care for us and for all of creation.

And when your kids watch a butterfly just because it's beautiful, or spend time with a playing cat just because it's funny, or sit by the gutter in the rain just because they're intrigued by the ever changing patterns in the water, we can help them see God in the beauty of everyday life.

We're surrounded by the best tools available to help strengthen our children's faith in God. When we show our kids that what they believe is reasonable, their faith is anchored; when we help them experience God's love, their faith is made real and practical; and when we help them see God's power and character in his creation, their faith is inspired.