Outer Space: Moon Travel is Optional
I think it was the fourth grade when Attention Deficit Disorder discovered me. About that time, I realized I could travel anywhere in the universe without restrictions. While this didn't help much in fourth-grade academics, it did allow me to explore the world without leaving my wooden unpadded school chair. Through the gateway of boredom, I stumbled into the wonderful world of daydreams. I could now travel to the moon because I had found "outer space" — a realm beyond the normal, physical, and tangible — indescribable yet explorable.
What is a Daydream?
A daydream is more than just idle wandering of the mind; it's a canvas where creativity and reflection come alive. As spiritual beings navigating a temporary human experience, our minds naturally drift to things unseen. The psalmist captured this beautifully:
"Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night." (Psalm 1:1-2)
The word "meditate" here comes from the Hebrew word that means to imagine, muse, or ponder deeply — sounds a lot like daydreaming to me.
The Power of Healthy Imagination
Psalm 1:3 continues:
"And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper."
Imagine a life where your dreams, grounded in truth and guided by God's wisdom, blossom like that fruitful tree. How often have creative ideas or innovative concepts stirred within you, only to be stifled by doubt or the belief that you should wait for some divine sign?
Believers often overlook the power of God-inspired imagination, waiting instead for grand prophetic moments. Yet those same dreams frequently find life in the hands of others who dare to pursue them.
Could it be that what you perceive as mere "daydreaming" is God whispering inspiration into your heart?
Dreaming God's Way
Philippians 4:8 lays the groundwork for healthy daydreaming:
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things."
This passage is your invitation to dream with purpose. Abraham envisioned a city whose architect was God. Moses envisioned his reward. Their minds weren't idle; they were actively engaging in godly imagination.
God Himself is the ultimate daydreamer.
He imagined the universe into existence, breathed life into humankind, and designed a redemption plan for all humanity. As His children, we carry that same creative potential.
Paul reminds us:
"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." (Ephesians 3:20)
God's "more" begins where our imagination dares to go. We are called to imagine big, dream boldly, and trust that His power works in us and through us.
The DHT: Daydream Health Test
So, how healthy are your daydreams? Here are a few questions to consider:
Do my daydreams reflect God's truth and goodness? Are they rooted in what is pure, noble, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8)?
Are my daydreams aligned with God's purpose for my life? Do they inspire hope, purpose, and action?
Do my daydreams empower me to serve others? Are they more about blessing the world than just satisfying personal desires?
Do my daydreams drive me toward growth? Are they catalysts for learning, creativity, and spiritual development?
If you answered yes to these questions then you are cleared for orbit!
Daydreaming isn't just a mental escape; it's an opportunity to co-create with God.
So go ahead — take a trip to "outer space." Moon travel is optional, but dreaming big is essential.