We start at the dawn of everything—stars, land, sea, animals, humans—all coming into existence through God's spoken Word. It’s a story about new beginnings, about divine creativity whispering life into the universe.

Devotional thought:
God's first act was to create with purpose and love. Everything was made good—and that means you are part of something beautiful and intentional.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
If you could create anything, what would it be? Why?

Things aren’t perfect in this world. Adam and Eve is a story about sin and brokenness. But even in this story, we see God's love and longing for us to return home.

Devotional thought:
Sometimes we make mistakes or choose the wrong thing. But God's love isn’t gone—He’s always waiting to restore us, to help us find our way back to Him.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
Have you ever done something you wish you hadn't? How do you feel when someone forgives you?

God’s heart is broken over how far humans have fallen, but He chooses to start over with Noah—saving him and his family from a great flood. It’s a story about hope, trust, and God's promise never to forget His creation.

Devotional thought:
Even when things seem totally washed away, God's plans include new beginnings—like the rainbow that reminds us He keeps His promises.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
What’s a time when you had a fresh start? How did it feel?

God calls Abram (later Abraham) into a journey—away from everything familiar—because He has a plan. Through faith and trust, Abraham begins a story of relationship with God that changes the world.

Devotional thought:
Trusting God often means taking a step into the unknown, but it’s where relationship and faith grow strongest. God invites us into that kind of adventure.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
What’s your favorite story about adventure and the unknown? Would you ever want to live a story like that?

Abraham’s trust is tested when God asks him to sacrifice his son, Isaac. It’s a story about faith—trusting that God's plans are good, even when we can't see the whole picture.

Devotional thought:
God’s invitations challenge us to trust even in the hard times. Sometimes, what we love most is part of God's bigger plan of goodness.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
Have you ever had to trust someone even when it was hard? What did you learn?

Joseph's story is full of dreams, betrayal, and unexpected twists. Despite the hurt, Joseph learns that God's presence is with us, guiding us through the hardest valleys toward a bigger purpose.

Devotional thought:
Even when life doesn’t go how we expect, God's promises stay true. Our difficult moments can become part of a bigger story of hope.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
Have you ever been upset about something that later turned out to be okay? What did it teach you?

Over these chapters, we see a story that’s full of beginnings and brokenness, promises and trust. It’s a story about how God works quietly and powerfully—bringing life from chaos, hope from despair, weaving a story of love that’s still ongoing.

Devotional thought:
Genesis is like the opening act of a great story—God’s story of love, renewal, and life. He invites us to be part of it, trusting that His plan is good.

Conversation starter for your kiddos:
What part of God's story do you like best? How can you be part of that story today?