Day 4 - God Created the Sun, Moon, Stars

Before the fourth day, there was a type of light, but on this day, God created the sun to give a bright light that was called day. He also created the stars and moon we see in the night sky. Because of this, there could be seasons and time as we know it today.

Bible verses used in this episode:

• Genesis 1:14-19
• Psalm 19:1-2
• Deuteronomy 4:19
• Psalm 84:11
• Job 9:9-10
• Psalm 147:4-5
• Philippians 2:14-16

Outline:

1. The creation story is found in Genesis chapters 1 and 2
2. God created the sun, moon and stars. (Genesis 1:14-19)

Tips for teaching children:

• Take the children outside to stargaze at night or notice sunlight and shadows during the day.
• Young children can practice drawing circles for the sun and moon and then master the skill of drawing stars.
• Make crafts using black paper and star stickers or glitter.

Tips for teaching adults:

• Begin the class by mentioning these fun facts about the sun:
  • The sun is about 100 times wider than the earth.
  • It takes light 8 ½ minutes to travel from the sun to the earth.  When you look at the sun you are seeing   what it looked liked 8 ½ minutes ago.
  • The hottest part of the sun is its core – 15 million0 C (27 million F.). It’s surface (photosphere) is a balmy 5,5000  C (10,000 F).  The big mystery is that its atmosphere (corona) gets hotter the further away from the sun and can reach temps around 2 million0 C (3.5 million F). 
•  Choose four people to read the following texts, Psalm 50:1-2; Psalm 84:11; Isa.60:19-20 and Malachi 4:2.  Lead a discussion around the question, “What are some analogies between God and the sun?” 
• Organise a trip outside either during the day or during the night. Have the group look up at the sky and ask them to think about God.  While they are looking at the sky, read Psalm 8 and Psalm 136:1-9.   Ask the class the following questions: What word best describes what you are experiencing: awe, humility, wonder, love, being special?  Why?  How does the sun, moon or stars remind us of God’s love?  Lead the class in prayer praising and thanking God for his wisdom, power, love, and goodness. 

Full teaching instructions free from Mission Bible Class:

Bible Lesson:  Day 4-God Created Sun, Moon, & Stars 

Scriptures quoted from the International Children’s Bible®, copyright ©1986, 1988, 1999, 2015 by Tommy Nelson. Used by permission.

Excerpts from Mission Bible Class used by permission.

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