Monarch butterflies make an incredible migration journey. But do all monarchs take this long voyage? Monarch expert Kayla White joins us as we explore God’s design in these long-distance insects.

Here’s our trail map:

Why Do Monarch Butterflies Migrate?
How Do Monarch Butterflies Know When to Migrate?
How Do Monarch Butterflies Find Their Way?
Does Every Generation of Monarch Migrate?
What Are 3 Ways We Can Follow God’s Plan On Life’s Journey?

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Watch a monarch emerging from its chrysalis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7Qh8PGdy64

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Kayla White’s Blog (Monarch post) https://lucytheladybug.com/video-have-you-ever-seen-a-monarch-emerge/

Monarch Migration Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/monarch-butterflies-migrate/

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Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts; let them proclaim your power.” Psalm 145:4 (NLT)

“Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.” Proverbs 15:22 (NLT)

“Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105 (NLT)

“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.” James 1:5 (NLT)

“The Lord says, ‘I will make you wise and show you where to go. I will guide you and watch over you.’” Psalm 32:8 (NCV)

Terms Learned in This Episode:

Generation: All the people born at about the same time. Like layers of people born throughout history.

Diapause: When an insect goes dormant (stops growing or developing) to survive the cold. Similar to hibernation.

Circadian Clock: The system God designed in a body similar to an internal clock. It helps our bodies wake, rest, and function throughout day and night.

Imaginal Discs: A group of cells in a caterpillar that become the new parts of the butterfly.

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