Psalm 18:14 | God Scatters What Scares You
A bedtime look at Psalm 18:14 that helps a child hand their worries to God, who scatters scary things like wind blowing leaves.
For Parents
Some nights a worry from the day follows a child right into bed. This episode shows God scattering the trouble that came after David, the way a gust of wind blows leaves away. Tonight, name the worry out loud together, then picture the wind carrying it off. Let your child loosen their hold, and rest in the quiet calm.
The One Thing for the Ride
“The worry that felt so big today is like leaves to God, and He can blow it away.”
Scripture
Psalm 18:14
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Key Takeaways
- God sent out arrows and lightning to scatter the trouble after David.
- Scatter is like a gust of wind blowing leaves away in every direction.
- The worry that felt so big today is like those leaves to God.
- Tonight you can let go of the scary things and rest in the quiet.
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Questions Kids Ask
What does Psalm 18:14 mean when it says God scatters?
In Psalm 18:14 God sends out arrows and lightning to scatter the trouble coming after David (Psalm 18:14). Picture a bunch of leaves on the ground, and a big gust of wind blows them all away in every direction, because that is what God did to the things threatening David. He is strong enough to scatter the things that scare you too, so tonight you can let go of your worries and rest in the quiet calm He gives.