Is It True That We Were Created for A Purpose?
What purpose is there for creation, especially humanity. Is there a reason for our existence? And, if so, what is that purpose?
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. (2 Cor. 4:7 NIV)
What purpose is there for creation, especially humanity. Is there a reason for our existence? And, if so, what is that purpose?
Was there death in the world prior to the fall? Many would deny it. But I see no reason not to accept that death was a natural part of life.
Beyond the mechanics of creation, this first chapter of Genesis has much to teach us about God and what he did. In the beginning . . . God.
O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name. When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers . . . what is mankind that you are mindful of them?
What does a huckleberry bush have to teach us about the majesty of God? Lessons from sitting on the river bank thinking about God.
Why did God create the universe, and us? It is not possible for humanity to fully understand God’s reasons. But I believe grace is at the heart of it.
As modern day readers, how should we understand the creation story in Genesis 1. Is it a literal and factual history, a myth, or somewhere in between?
I love being out in the creation. And when I am, the words of this psalm are often on my lips. The heavens. and all of creation, declare the glory of God.
At Christ’s return, when he comes for his chosen ones, the whole creation itself will be transformed and renewed. The groanings of the creation now are compared to childbirth. It will come to an end when God’s children are fully revealed. Until then, it suffers in anticipation.
The creation itself bears witness to God’s power and majesty. And so men are without excuse when they deny the one true God.