Bible verses for children
God saw that it was very good.
Genesis 1:31
God saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. There was evening and there was morning, a sixth day.
Genesis 1:31 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
At the end of the creation account, God looks at everything he has made and calls it very good. Land, plants, animals and people belong to a world worth delighting in. This tells us to value creation; it does not mean every hurtful thing people do is good.
After planting seeds, notice the soil, water and sunshine that help them grow. Taking time to enjoy something good can help us want to protect it too.
Talk about it
What good thing have you noticed today that you might usually hurry past?
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Bible context & readings +
This sentence closes the sixth day in Genesis 1. Earlier parts of the chapter repeatedly call what God makes good. Here God considers everything together, before the story turns to the seventh day and rest.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, thank you for the goodness of your creation. Help us enjoy it without damaging it. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.
