As you read together, help your child notice God’s goodness, how He cares for His people, and the many blessings He gives. Talk about why we can thank God even during difficult times and look for everyday gifts we sometimes overlook. Keep a family gratitude journal or take turns naming one blessing each day.
What does this passage teach us about being thankful to God?
What blessings or gifts from God do you notice in this passage?
What does this passage teach us about who God is and how He cares for His people?
Why can we thank God even when we are sad, worried, or going through something hard?
What happens to our attitude when we focus on what we do not have instead of what God has given us?
Was there a promise or truth about God in today’s reading that you want to remember?
What is one blessing from God that you sometimes forget to notice or thank Him for?
What is one way you can show your thankfulness to God today?
Simple question for younger kids:
“What did today’s Bible reading teach me to thank God for?”