Daily Devotional

God’s Asterisks in the Night Sky

February 16, 2026
Pastor Jerry A. Burns
KEY VERSE
Psalm 19:1“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.”

You often find in a book or manuscript a small star calling your attention to a footnote—something important that should not be missed. That little symbol, the asterisk, quietly points you to a deeper explanation. In much the same way, the stars scattered across the night sky are God’s asterisks. They are not random decorations or distant accidents; they are deliberate markers, drawing our eyes and hearts upward, reminding us that there is an all-observing, all-knowing Creator who stands behind it all.

When we pause long enough to consider it, creation itself begins to speak. Every nerve in the human body reads like divine handwriting. Every muscle works with intentional design, every bone bears the marks of careful craftsmanship, and every eye reflects the wisdom of the One who sees all things. Nothing about us is accidental. We are fearfully and wonderfully made, living testimonies that God is not distant, detached, or unaware. He is intimately involved in what He has created.

In a world that often rushes past wonder and ignores truth, these divine asterisks still quietly point us back to God. They remind us to slow down, to look up, and to remember that our lives are lived before His watchful eye. Let the stars above and the design within you draw your attention again to Him today—not merely to admire His power, but to rest in His presence and walk in humble awareness that every moment of life is lived under His gracious gaze.

Application

Slow down and notice God’s reminders around you. Let creation and your own design draw your heart back to Him, and live each day with humble awareness that your life is seen, known, and lovingly watched over by God.

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Pastor Jerry A. Burns

Pastor Burns has served as the Senior Pastor of Kitchener Baptist Church since assuming that role after several years of faithful ministry. He graduated from Bible College in 2005 and joined the staff at Kitchener Baptist Church in 2006. Prior to becoming Senior Pastor, he served in both Youth Pastor and Assistant Pastor roles. Pastor Burns holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theology and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Ministry with a concentration in Biblical Counseling.

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