Kids grow up so fast, one day running pell-mell into another. All the more reason to put on the brakes and take a look at the unrelenting, spectacular pageant of passing time—together.

Use the Internet to create a custom calendar with sunrise, sunset, and twilight times for your area. After choosing some optimal dates, pick a spot known for its breathtaking backdrop—maybe a sandy beach or a pull-off near a towering peak. No matter which location you choose, take along extra blankets for cool breezes, a few folding chairs, some snacks, and plenty of water.

Park safely off the road. Then unload and get your chairs situated for your own personal viewing of one of the most spectacular light shows on earth. The unfolding drama, the glimmering glow, the fireworks—take it all in. Notice how the sky transforms as the sun makes its move.

The regular movements of the sun should assure your children that God is the same moment to moment, day to day, and year to year. They won’t have to worry about waking up to cold darkness, for God Himself set the sun on its perch above. Observe the exploding light rays, the bright oranges, golds, reds, and yellows.

God will send other beautiful mornings, other stunning nights, to give your children pure joy and delight. And every single shining scene will remind them of that time you all clearly saw God’s finger painting the sky—a memorable moment in the unrelenting course of time.