God is Mysterious

Hey, Bridge Family,
Hope you’re doing well. I’ve been thinking about the thought-provoking question from the take-home: “What’s one question about God you’d love to know the answer to?” I hope you’ve had a chance to consider it. Years ago, there was a show called “Kids Say the Darndest Things.” Maybe you’ve seen one of its many remakes over the years. This show highlighted how a child’s view of life can differ greatly from that of an adult, encouraging us to see the world anew through their eyes. I mention this to suggest that your child might ask innocent yet thought-provoking questions such as, ‘What is God like?’, ‘How old is God?’, or even, ‘Will there be animals in Heaven?’ These are questions that, in our journey of faith, we may have moved past or never considered. It’s completely normal if you don’t have all the answers—don’t panic! Because, as we learned this week, “God is Mysterious.” Here are a couple of tips to help you out.

1) Read the Bible or a Bible storybook with your kids throughout the week. This will help you understand the Bible better and prepare you more effectively for the more challenging questions as your child grows older.

2) If you don’t know, just own it! Don’t hesitate to admit you don’t have the answer. Tell your child you’ll find out and follow up with them. Just don’t delay. It’s best to get back with an answer in a day or two. Use a study Bible, find a commentary you like, ask a fellow believer, or even give us a call; we’d love to help.

Remember, it’s never too late to engage. As long as your child is at home, you have an excellent opportunity to share the Bible and explore these questions together, making faith an exciting and meaningful adventure. God Bless, and hope to see your family on Sunday.
Pastor Bob