Genesis 1:1 begins with one of the most foundational declarations in all of Scripture:
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
This verse establishes that God is eternal, self-existent, and the source of all things. Creation did not come by chance or by any pre-existing matter, it came into being by the will and power of God through His Word. Psalm 33:6 confirms:
“By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and all the host of them by the breath of His mouth.”
Genesis reveals several important truths about God as Creator:
God Created by His Word: The repeated phrase “Then God said…” (Genesis 1:3, 6, 9, etc.) shows that creation was accomplished through divine command. This demons/”>demonstrates God’s absolute authority and power.
Creation Was Ordered and Purposeful: God brought order out of chaos, forming the heavens, earth, and everything in them according to His perfect plan. Each day of creation builds toward the creation of humanity, who was made in His image (Genesis 1:26–27).
God Created Everything Good: After each stage, Scripture says, “God saw that it was good” (Genesis 1:10, 12, 18, 21, 25). When creation was complete, “God saw everything that He had made, and indeed it was very good” (Genesis 1:31). This affirms the goodness of God’s design.
God Is Separate from Creation: Unlike pagan beliefs that identify gods with nature, Genesis teaches that God is distinct from His creation. He is transcendent, yet personally involved.
Creation Glorifies God: The world reflects His wisdom and power (Psalm 19:1). Our existence points to His greatness and invites us to worship Him as Creator (Revelation 4:11).
Genesis also lays the foundation for understanding humanity’s purpose, to glorify God and exercise stewardship over the earth under His authority. The doctrine of creation shapes our worldview, affirming that life has meaning, order, and accountability to the Creator.
