This document summarizes the biblical account of creation on the sixth day according to Genesis chapter 1. It describes God creating land animals and wild beasts on the sixth day, and then creating man and woman in God's own image to have dominion over the earth. The document emphasizes that humans are uniquely made in God's image, unlike any other part of creation, and that we will one day be transformed to be fully like God when Jesus returns.
The disciples gathered together and prayed to God after being threatened by religious leaders for preaching about Jesus. They recalled how kings and rulers had opposed God and his anointed one in the past. Though faced with hostility from both religious and political authorities like Herod and Pilate, the disciples acknowledged that their plans to harm Jesus were already predetermined by God. The disciples boldly asked God to continue empowering them to preach his word and to perform signs and wonders through the name of Jesus. In response, the place they were meeting was shaken and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, enabling them to continue preaching God's word with boldness.
Islam expects humans to conserve the environment for several reasons based on Quranic verses. The Quran establishes God as the creator of all things in the heavens and earth, including regulating all affairs. As God's creation, Muslims should seek to protect and preserve the environment and God's creatures within it. Moreover, all beings praise God, though humans may not understand how. Islam's view of humans as stewards of the environment appointed by God to care for it according to God's instructions, and as the only creature able to fulfill this role, establishes an Islamic duty to protect the environment.
Paul addresses the people of Athens, explaining that God created the world and everything in it. God is not contained in temples or need anything from humans, as he gives life to all. God made all nations from one man and determined their times and places. God did this so people would seek him, as they live and move in God. Therefore, people should not worship idols of gold, silver or stone, as God commands all to repent, and he will judge the world through Jesus, who he raised from the dead.
The document provides details from Genesis chapters 1 and 2 about the creation of man and woman. It summarizes that in chapter 2, man is created alone from dust and given life by God breathing into him. God puts the man to sleep and creates woman from one of the man's ribs to be his companion and suitable helper. The document discusses how man and woman are equally created in God's image but with different roles and responsibilities within a relationship of interdependence.
The document discusses passages from the books of John and Genesis in the Bible. It notes that in John 1:1-3, the "Word" is referred to as "Him" and "He," existed in the beginning with God, and was God. Everything was created through the Word. Genesis 1 shows that God created all things through speaking them into existence by saying "Let there be...". The document argues this establishes that the Word mentioned in John is God the Son, as Genesis 1:26 refers to God using the plural pronoun "Us," indicating more than one person in the Godhead, including the Son and Holy Spirit.
The document discusses several biblical passages about God creating the heavens, earth, land, sea, animals and humans. It also discusses passages about Jesus being tempted by the devil and being mocked while on the cross. The document explores whether God is in control and questions how we should respond to God's parenting style of love versus trying to control situations.
Genesis 1 describes God's creation of the heavens, earth, plants, animals, and humanity over six days. It explains that God created light, sky, land, vegetation, the sun and moon, sea creatures, birds, land animals, and finally humans, both male and female, in God's image on the sixth day. The chapter concludes by stating that God saw all creation as "very good."
Who is God ... Biblically, spiritually ... what does all that mean? Here is an opportunity to see who God is and may be answer some of those questions that have been nagging you.
The disciples gathered together and prayed to God after being threatened by religious leaders for preaching about Jesus. They recalled how kings and rulers had opposed God and his anointed one in the past. Though faced with hostility from both religious and political authorities like Herod and Pilate, the disciples acknowledged that their plans to harm Jesus were already predetermined by God. The disciples boldly asked God to continue empowering them to preach his word and to perform signs and wonders through the name of Jesus. In response, the place they were meeting was shaken and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, enabling them to continue preaching God's word with boldness.
Islam expects humans to conserve the environment for several reasons based on Quranic verses. The Quran establishes God as the creator of all things in the heavens and earth, including regulating all affairs. As God's creation, Muslims should seek to protect and preserve the environment and God's creatures within it. Moreover, all beings praise God, though humans may not understand how. Islam's view of humans as stewards of the environment appointed by God to care for it according to God's instructions, and as the only creature able to fulfill this role, establishes an Islamic duty to protect the environment.
Paul addresses the people of Athens, explaining that God created the world and everything in it. God is not contained in temples or need anything from humans, as he gives life to all. God made all nations from one man and determined their times and places. God did this so people would seek him, as they live and move in God. Therefore, people should not worship idols of gold, silver or stone, as God commands all to repent, and he will judge the world through Jesus, who he raised from the dead.
The document provides details from Genesis chapters 1 and 2 about the creation of man and woman. It summarizes that in chapter 2, man is created alone from dust and given life by God breathing into him. God puts the man to sleep and creates woman from one of the man's ribs to be his companion and suitable helper. The document discusses how man and woman are equally created in God's image but with different roles and responsibilities within a relationship of interdependence.
The document discusses passages from the books of John and Genesis in the Bible. It notes that in John 1:1-3, the "Word" is referred to as "Him" and "He," existed in the beginning with God, and was God. Everything was created through the Word. Genesis 1 shows that God created all things through speaking them into existence by saying "Let there be...". The document argues this establishes that the Word mentioned in John is God the Son, as Genesis 1:26 refers to God using the plural pronoun "Us," indicating more than one person in the Godhead, including the Son and Holy Spirit.
The document discusses several biblical passages about God creating the heavens, earth, land, sea, animals and humans. It also discusses passages about Jesus being tempted by the devil and being mocked while on the cross. The document explores whether God is in control and questions how we should respond to God's parenting style of love versus trying to control situations.
Genesis 1 describes God's creation of the heavens, earth, plants, animals, and humanity over six days. It explains that God created light, sky, land, vegetation, the sun and moon, sea creatures, birds, land animals, and finally humans, both male and female, in God's image on the sixth day. The chapter concludes by stating that God saw all creation as "very good."
Who is God ... Biblically, spiritually ... what does all that mean? Here is an opportunity to see who God is and may be answer some of those questions that have been nagging you.
Starting from the eternal ages we trace the journey of the Son of God culminating in the fulfillment of God's plan in having sons and daughters, who would inherit His Kingdom.
For audio, slides, series archives and other free resources like daily devotions, TV programs, books etc., please visit our website https://apcwo.org or install our mobile app "All Peoples Church Bangalore" from the app store.
1) God created the heavens and the earth over the course of six days, populating it with light, sky, land, vegetation, stars, sea creatures, birds, animals, and finally humans who were created in God's image.
2) Each day of creation is described, from the creation of light on the first day to the creation of humans on the sixth day. God saw that all he had created was good.
3) On the seventh day, God rested from his work of creation.
The document discusses why humans are here based on several Bible passages. It argues that the purpose of life is not to accumulate wealth or status, but to be transformed through faith and obedience to God. The conclusion is that humans should fear God, keep his commandments, and allow their lives to be judged, as life's ultimate meaning is spiritual transformation, not material gain.
God created the universe over 7 days according to the biblical account:
On the first day, God created light and separated it from darkness. On the second day, God created the sky. On the third day, God created land, seas, and vegetation. On the fourth day, God created the sun, moon, and stars. On the fifth day, God created sea creatures and birds. On the sixth day, God created land animals and humans. God rested on the seventh day.
The Bible is a collection of 73 books composed over 1600 years by 40 authors that tells the story of God's relationship with humanity. It is divided into the Old Testament containing 46 books about God's dealings with the Hebrew people,
God created light on the first day and separated night and day. On the second day God created the sky and heavens. The third day saw the creation of land, seas, and plants. God made the sun, moon, and stars on the fourth day. Living creatures were created in the seas and skies on the fifth day. Animals and the first humans, Adam and Eve, were created on the sixth day. On the seventh day, God completed his creation and rested.
Families offer us a unique insight into God's process of restoration. It was a family that fell in the garden and today it is families that are restoring God's image.
The document discusses different views on reconciling the biblical account of creation with scientific theories like evolution. It presents various Christian perspectives on the age of the Earth and humanity, such as young earth creationism, theistic evolution, and literary framework views. It also discusses the order of creation presented in Genesis 1-2 and how sin fractured this order, with God now working to restore order until the new heaven and new earth in eternity.
The document discusses the concept of a worldview and provides examples to illustrate the Christian worldview framework of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. It explores how Christians view the creation of humanity in God's image, humanity's rebellion and broken relationships, and the longing for salvation from the fall through redemption by God. Examples of how activities and jobs fit within the kingdom of God or are considered holy are also presented.
The document summarizes passages from 1 Corinthians 12 about how all parts of the body of Christ are important. It discusses how Christians, though diverse, were all given the Holy Spirit and make up one body. Just as the body has many parts with different functions, so does the church, and all parts are necessary and should care for each other. No part is more important than another, and harm to one part harms all.
Canaan English Gospel Service: April 14, 2013Tim Tseng
This document appears to be the order of service for a church gathering on April 14, 2013. It includes songs, scripture readings, and testimony that follow the biblical creation story and fall of man, the redemption offered through Jesus Christ's sacrifice, and a call for people to commit their lives to following him. The service concludes by announcing a new membership class beginning the following Sunday.
The document discusses arguments for why God exists, including that the Bible says those who seek God with all their heart will find him, the author feels God's presence daily through the Holy Spirit, and Genesis chapter 1 proves God is the creator of all things. It also states that non-believers will not experience God's gifts and that God created humans in his image as described in Genesis.
This prayer asks God to bless efforts to care for the environment and reduce waste. It requests guidance to protect the earth's beauty through recycling, proper rubbish disposal, and making the campus garbage free. The prayer expresses gratitude for the gifts of creation and asks God to continue showering love, so that through working together the community can set an example of cleanliness reflecting Godliness.
A very brief look at the Garden of Eden throughout the Bible. Based on G.K. Beale's God Dwells Among Us: Expanding Eden to the Ends of the Earth. InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition
The document discusses key concepts of the Christian worldview including creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. It defines a worldview as a framework through which people view the world. The creation section notes how Genesis describes humans being made in God's image to be responsible for the earth. It discusses how everything God made was good. The fall section notes how rebellion led to broken relationships between humanity and God, each other, creation, and a loss of shalom.
This document provides an overview of a 4th-6th grade Sunday school lesson on Acts 1 about the early church after Jesus' ascension into heaven. It discusses how Jesus spent time with the disciples for 40 days teaching them about heaven and their mission on Earth. It explains that the disciples waited in Jerusalem as Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit. It describes how Jesus ascended into heaven and the disciples were told he would return in the same way. The document notes that the disciples returned to the upper room in Jerusalem as instructed while waiting for Christ's return, and they chose Matthias to replace Judas and restore their number to 12 apostles.
Book of Genesis - The Creation [Heavens and Earth]Bibilium
The Book of Genesis - God creates the universe, our earth, and all the life in it. Find out how the Almighty God created the heavens and the earth and all that is in therein in six days and why He sanctified the seventh day.
How special is mankind to God.
Next Lesson: 07 - GARDEN OF EDEN
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Organizational structure and Church Governance slidesZebach SDA Church
Organizional Structure and Church Governance forms two phases where the church of Christ has formed and operated for the delivery of the Gospel to humanity and the receiving of humanity into the fold of Christ in preparation for his second coming. It is God’s divine plan to function separate and apart from worldly structure and governance that it be a bacon of administration for humanity
The document discusses different perspectives on what it means to be human from both Christian and secular viewpoints. It explores ideas from philosophers and theologians such as Augustine, Jonathan Edwards, Rene Descartes, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and William James. The document also examines what the Bible says about humanity's origin and relationship to God as his image-bearers. Specifically, it looks at passages from Genesis describing God creating humans in his image and likeness to have dominion over the earth. Finally, it discusses what reflecting God to the world through one's life looks like according to scripture.
The document discusses different perspectives on what it means to be human from Christian and secular viewpoints. It then examines what the Bible says about humanity's origins according to Genesis, including that humans are created in God's image. This means we have attributes like the ability to think, reason, make moral decisions, and have an eternal soul. However, sin has distorted this image. The best reflection of God is Jesus Christ. To live a life that images God means growing closer to God through worship and service, and representing Him with truth, justice, and love for others.
1. God created humans in His image to resemble Him in character, plurality, purpose, and relationships. Both men and women reflect God.
2. Humans were created to represent God by multiplying, filling the earth, caring for creation, and having dominion as God's representatives.
3. Being made in God's image means humans are exalted over nature, designed for God's glory and joy, and blessed with what they need to fulfill their purpose of representing the Creator.
Starting from the eternal ages we trace the journey of the Son of God culminating in the fulfillment of God's plan in having sons and daughters, who would inherit His Kingdom.
For audio, slides, series archives and other free resources like daily devotions, TV programs, books etc., please visit our website https://apcwo.org or install our mobile app "All Peoples Church Bangalore" from the app store.
1) God created the heavens and the earth over the course of six days, populating it with light, sky, land, vegetation, stars, sea creatures, birds, animals, and finally humans who were created in God's image.
2) Each day of creation is described, from the creation of light on the first day to the creation of humans on the sixth day. God saw that all he had created was good.
3) On the seventh day, God rested from his work of creation.
The document discusses why humans are here based on several Bible passages. It argues that the purpose of life is not to accumulate wealth or status, but to be transformed through faith and obedience to God. The conclusion is that humans should fear God, keep his commandments, and allow their lives to be judged, as life's ultimate meaning is spiritual transformation, not material gain.
God created the universe over 7 days according to the biblical account:
On the first day, God created light and separated it from darkness. On the second day, God created the sky. On the third day, God created land, seas, and vegetation. On the fourth day, God created the sun, moon, and stars. On the fifth day, God created sea creatures and birds. On the sixth day, God created land animals and humans. God rested on the seventh day.
The Bible is a collection of 73 books composed over 1600 years by 40 authors that tells the story of God's relationship with humanity. It is divided into the Old Testament containing 46 books about God's dealings with the Hebrew people,
God created light on the first day and separated night and day. On the second day God created the sky and heavens. The third day saw the creation of land, seas, and plants. God made the sun, moon, and stars on the fourth day. Living creatures were created in the seas and skies on the fifth day. Animals and the first humans, Adam and Eve, were created on the sixth day. On the seventh day, God completed his creation and rested.
Families offer us a unique insight into God's process of restoration. It was a family that fell in the garden and today it is families that are restoring God's image.
The document discusses different views on reconciling the biblical account of creation with scientific theories like evolution. It presents various Christian perspectives on the age of the Earth and humanity, such as young earth creationism, theistic evolution, and literary framework views. It also discusses the order of creation presented in Genesis 1-2 and how sin fractured this order, with God now working to restore order until the new heaven and new earth in eternity.
The document discusses the concept of a worldview and provides examples to illustrate the Christian worldview framework of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. It explores how Christians view the creation of humanity in God's image, humanity's rebellion and broken relationships, and the longing for salvation from the fall through redemption by God. Examples of how activities and jobs fit within the kingdom of God or are considered holy are also presented.
The document summarizes passages from 1 Corinthians 12 about how all parts of the body of Christ are important. It discusses how Christians, though diverse, were all given the Holy Spirit and make up one body. Just as the body has many parts with different functions, so does the church, and all parts are necessary and should care for each other. No part is more important than another, and harm to one part harms all.
Canaan English Gospel Service: April 14, 2013Tim Tseng
This document appears to be the order of service for a church gathering on April 14, 2013. It includes songs, scripture readings, and testimony that follow the biblical creation story and fall of man, the redemption offered through Jesus Christ's sacrifice, and a call for people to commit their lives to following him. The service concludes by announcing a new membership class beginning the following Sunday.
The document discusses arguments for why God exists, including that the Bible says those who seek God with all their heart will find him, the author feels God's presence daily through the Holy Spirit, and Genesis chapter 1 proves God is the creator of all things. It also states that non-believers will not experience God's gifts and that God created humans in his image as described in Genesis.
This prayer asks God to bless efforts to care for the environment and reduce waste. It requests guidance to protect the earth's beauty through recycling, proper rubbish disposal, and making the campus garbage free. The prayer expresses gratitude for the gifts of creation and asks God to continue showering love, so that through working together the community can set an example of cleanliness reflecting Godliness.
A very brief look at the Garden of Eden throughout the Bible. Based on G.K. Beale's God Dwells Among Us: Expanding Eden to the Ends of the Earth. InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition
The document discusses key concepts of the Christian worldview including creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. It defines a worldview as a framework through which people view the world. The creation section notes how Genesis describes humans being made in God's image to be responsible for the earth. It discusses how everything God made was good. The fall section notes how rebellion led to broken relationships between humanity and God, each other, creation, and a loss of shalom.
This document provides an overview of a 4th-6th grade Sunday school lesson on Acts 1 about the early church after Jesus' ascension into heaven. It discusses how Jesus spent time with the disciples for 40 days teaching them about heaven and their mission on Earth. It explains that the disciples waited in Jerusalem as Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit. It describes how Jesus ascended into heaven and the disciples were told he would return in the same way. The document notes that the disciples returned to the upper room in Jerusalem as instructed while waiting for Christ's return, and they chose Matthias to replace Judas and restore their number to 12 apostles.
Book of Genesis - The Creation [Heavens and Earth]Bibilium
The Book of Genesis - God creates the universe, our earth, and all the life in it. Find out how the Almighty God created the heavens and the earth and all that is in therein in six days and why He sanctified the seventh day.
How special is mankind to God.
Next Lesson: 07 - GARDEN OF EDEN
http://www.slideshare.net/lsotorv/07-garden-of-eden-presentation
(hilite+rightclick+open)
Organizational structure and Church Governance slidesZebach SDA Church
Organizional Structure and Church Governance forms two phases where the church of Christ has formed and operated for the delivery of the Gospel to humanity and the receiving of humanity into the fold of Christ in preparation for his second coming. It is God’s divine plan to function separate and apart from worldly structure and governance that it be a bacon of administration for humanity
The document discusses different perspectives on what it means to be human from both Christian and secular viewpoints. It explores ideas from philosophers and theologians such as Augustine, Jonathan Edwards, Rene Descartes, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and William James. The document also examines what the Bible says about humanity's origin and relationship to God as his image-bearers. Specifically, it looks at passages from Genesis describing God creating humans in his image and likeness to have dominion over the earth. Finally, it discusses what reflecting God to the world through one's life looks like according to scripture.
The document discusses different perspectives on what it means to be human from Christian and secular viewpoints. It then examines what the Bible says about humanity's origins according to Genesis, including that humans are created in God's image. This means we have attributes like the ability to think, reason, make moral decisions, and have an eternal soul. However, sin has distorted this image. The best reflection of God is Jesus Christ. To live a life that images God means growing closer to God through worship and service, and representing Him with truth, justice, and love for others.
1. God created humans in His image to resemble Him in character, plurality, purpose, and relationships. Both men and women reflect God.
2. Humans were created to represent God by multiplying, filling the earth, caring for creation, and having dominion as God's representatives.
3. Being made in God's image means humans are exalted over nature, designed for God's glory and joy, and blessed with what they need to fulfill their purpose of representing the Creator.
God created a perfect world without suffering or death, where humanity lived in harmony with their Creator and each other. However, when Adam and Eve disobeyed God, original sin entered the world. As a result, humanity is now inclined to make moral decisions in imperfect ways, such as based on power, cultural norms, pleasure, or utility. However, God gave humanity the natural moral law, written on our hearts, to help guide us towards true happiness and fulfillment. The natural moral law upholds universal moral principles, such as that human life is intrinsically good and should never be directly harmed. An upright conscience, informed by God and the Church, can discern these moral truths amid our fallen state.
The document describes the biblical account of God creating the world over six days according to Genesis. It provides details of what God created on each of the six days: on day one light, day two the sky, day three dry land and plants, day four the sun, moon and stars, day five sea creatures and birds, and on day sixth land animals and humans. It then discusses different Christian views on interpreting Genesis, from a literal six-day creation to accepting scientific theories like evolution and the big bang. Christians have a range of responses to environmental issues based on their beliefs about stewardship of God's creation.
The document describes the biblical account of God creating the world over six days according to the book of Genesis. It provides details of what God created on each of the six days: on day one light, day two the sky, day three dry land and plants, day four the sun, moon and stars, day five sea creatures and birds, and on day sixth land animals and humans. The document also discusses different Christian views on interpreting Genesis, from a literal six-day creation to accepting scientific theories like evolution and the big bang. It explores Christian beliefs around stewardship of the environment and responses to environmental issues.
The document describes the biblical account of God creating the world over six days according to the book of Genesis. It provides details of what God created on each of the six days: on day one light, day two the sky, day three dry land and plants, day four the sun, moon and stars, day five sea creatures and birds, and on day sixth land animals and humans. The document also discusses different Christian views on interpreting Genesis, from a literal six-day creation to accepting scientific theories like evolution and the big bang. It explores Christian beliefs around stewardship of the environment and responses to environmental issues.
The document describes the biblical account of God creating the world over six days according to the book of Genesis. It provides details of what God created on each of the six days: on day one light, day two the sky, day three dry land and plants, day four the sun, moon and stars, day five sea creatures and birds, and on day sixth land animals and humans. The document also discusses different Christian views on interpreting Genesis, from a literal six-day creation to accepting scientific theories like evolution and the big bang. It explores Christian beliefs around stewardship of the environment and responses to environmental issues.
Canaan English Gospel Service April 14, 2013Tim Tseng
This document appears to be the program for a church service that follows the creation story from Genesis. It is divided into four acts:
Act I discusses the creation of the world and calls it good. Act II talks about sin entering the world. Act III discusses Jesus' sacrifice and salvation. Several songs are referenced. Act IV calls the congregation to come together and follow Jesus, and announces a membership class beginning next week.
Exposing the flaws in Theistic EvolutionSimon Fuller
A Bible class given on the 24th January 2018 at Laindon Old Paths Christadelphian ecclesia on the flaws in TE and the truth of Creation (as explained in the Bible)
The document summarizes the biblical creation story from Genesis 1. It describes each of the six days of creation: on the first day God created light; on the second day he created the sky; on the third day he created land and plants; on the fourth day he created the sun, moon, and stars; on the fifth day he created sea creatures and birds; and on the sixth day he created land animals and humans. The seventh day was a day of rest for God. The document also briefly discusses God as the creator of all things and spiritual beings, as well as emphasizing living in the present.
1. God created the first human beings, Adam and Eve, in His own image to have authority over creation.
2. God created all life from nothing through His powerful Word alone and has a plan for reproduction of living things according to their kinds.
3. Christians respond that God created the beginning of the world, not evolution, though they are open to theories of evolution regarding other aspects of creation.
God's Plan for Us Begins with Creation - SFX RCIA 2014 - Luke Reutens' presen...Luke Reutens
God's plan for us, begins with creation; a presentation on the key aspects of Catholic teaching, in Divine Revelation, as revealed in the first two chapters of Genesis, in Holy Scripture.
God created the heavens and the earth over six days. On each day, God created a new part of the world: light, sky, land, plants, stars, animals, and finally humans. God created the first humans, Adam and Eve, and saw that all He had made was good. On the seventh day, God rested from His work of creation, making the seventh day holy. The creation story establishes God as the all-powerful creator and that the world and humanity were made to depend on and reflect God.
The document appears to be a slide deck for a church service. It includes the titles and song numbers for several Christian songs that will be played. It also includes the full text of several passages, including a reading from Psalms 8 and the poem "The Creation" by James Weldon Johnson. The slides include commentary on these passages discussing humanity's place in the vast universe, but that each person matters greatly to God.
God's Plan begins with Creation - RCIA- SFX-PJ_2009-2010maximilianyong
The document discusses the biblical account of creation according to Genesis. It explains that Genesis describes creation as planned and orderly, with mankind created in God's image on the sixth day. Genesis does not intend to provide a scientific explanation but rather convey theological truths about God and humanity's relationship with Him as stewards of creation. The document also addresses perspectives on reconciling biblical creation with scientific theories like evolution.
The document discusses the biblical account of creation according to Genesis. It explains that Genesis describes creation occurring over seven days by God speaking things into existence. On the sixth day, God created humans in His image to have dominion over the earth. God rested on the seventh day. The document also addresses perspectives on creation from science and religion and affirms the Church's position that life originated through God's supernatural creation rather than naturalistic processes alone.
All things came to be when "In the beginning, God created" everything in six days, with man and woman as the crown of His creation. God constantly watches over you and sends his angels to protect you. God causes all plants to grow and provides food for every living creature, demonstrating his ongoing care for his creation.
This document discusses the relationship between Genesis and modern scientific theories like evolution. It argues that Genesis should not be read as a scientific account but as a poetic literary work that conveys theological truths. The creation account uses the cosmological understanding of its time but affirms that God created an orderly world and imbued humanity with dignity and responsibility within it. Evolution does not contradict this unless it is coupled with philosophies that deny purpose or meaning. Integrating science and faith follows Genesis' example of expressing timeless spiritual insights in the language of each era.
The document summarizes the biblical account of creation from Genesis. It describes how over six days God created light, the sky, land, plants, stars, sea creatures, birds, animals, and finally humans. On the seventh day God rested. The focus is on God preparing the earth and creating different things each day until creating humans to have a relationship with.
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The document discusses the importance of knowing God and being known by God. It explores what it means to truly know God through personal dealings with Him, involvement in one's relationship with Him, and experiencing His grace. True knowledge of God is mutual understanding between God and humanity. God knows His people intimately just as a shepherd knows his sheep. Christians are called to listen to God's voice and follow Him in response to His initiative to draw people into a saving relationship through Jesus Christ.
The document contains a passage from Jeremiah 31 describing a new covenant God will make with Israel where he will put his law in their minds and write it on their hearts so they will all know him. It then shares a sermon from C.H. Spurgeon where he argues that the proper study of God's elect is God, and contemplating the divine nature humbles the mind while expanding it and providing consolation. Spurgeon encourages devoting time to meditating on what is known about God's attributes and applying it to oneself in order to clarify one's vision of God and allow his truth to have its proper impact.
This document provides an overview and analysis of key aspects of understanding the Book of Revelation. It discusses:
- The book's intended meaning and time frame, noting it was meant to be understood by early Christians facing persecution.
- Two common approaches to interpreting Revelation (historicist and futurist) and arguments for understanding it in its original context.
- Important symbols and their meanings, either explained directly in the text or through comparisons to other Bible passages.
- Features like repeated themes of judgment, paired opposites representing good and evil, and the need to solve Revelation like a puzzle rather than view it as a mystery.
The document discusses salvation through faith in God and Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that salvation is a gift from God and not by works or observance of religious laws, so that no one can boast. Faith is shown through love for God and others by obeying God's commands to love him and your neighbor. God's grace and mercy, not human righteousness or deeds, are what lead to eternal life.
The document discusses the life journey of John Newton, including that he was born in 1725, went to sea at age 17, became a slave trader in 1744, underwent a spiritual conversion and became ordained as a clergyman in 1748 and 1764 respectively, wrote hymns in 1773, and opposed the slave trade later in life until his death in 1807 at age 82. It emphasizes his dramatic transformation from an "infidel and libertine" who worked in the slave trade to preaching the gospel that he had once tried to destroy.
This document discusses the biblical uses of the word "Amen" in three sentences or less:
The document explores different biblical references to the word "Amen", which is used to affirm that what was spoken or written is reliable, as well as its use by Jesus 75 times in the Gospels and by King David's advisor Benaiah to agree that Solomon should be king after David. It also mentions Jesus saying he is coming quickly and John's response of "Amen, come Lord Jesus" in Revelation 22:20.
The document discusses several biblical figures' acknowledgement of their sinfulness before God, including Isaiah, Job, David, a tax collector, and the prodigal son. These figures express feelings of unworthiness, ruin, and being unclean due to their sins. However, they also find forgiveness, atonement, or justification from God through humbling themselves and acknowledging their sin.
Jesus was cursed, rejected, oppressed, and shamed for our sins. He was scourged and crucified on the cross to redeem us, cleanse us from sin, and provide salvation. Through faith in Jesus as the Son of God, we can overcome the world, receive sonship with God, and live together with Him for eternity.
King Jehoshaphat of Judah faced a vast invading army. He proclaimed a fast and gathered the people to seek help from God. God assured them that he would fight for them. When the armies met, God caused the invading forces to turn against each other, and Judah was delivered without even entering the battle. The kingdom was then at peace as God had given them rest from their enemies.
The document provides biographical information about Paul, originally known as Saul. It describes that he was born in Tarsus and trained under Gamaliel in Jerusalem. It mentions that Saul took part in the stoning of Stephen and that he later had a conversion experience where he embraced Christianity and changed his name to Paul. The rest of the document focuses on Paul's missionary work, preaching of Jesus, theological focus on grace and faith, and his faithful service until his death.
The document discusses the concept of sin and forgiveness. It acknowledges that all people are sinners and have sinned. It references biblical passages about God forgiving sins and His provision of atonement and mercy for sinners. The document highlights that forgiveness is received through faith as a gift of grace from God.
3. Animals – Gen 1:24-25 And God said, "Let the land produce living creatures according to their kinds: livestock, creatures that move along the ground, and wild animals, each according to its kind." And it was so. God made the wild animals according to their kinds, the livestock according to their kinds, and all the creatures that move along the ground according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good.
4. Human Beings – Gen 1:26-28 Then God said, "Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground." So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, "Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and over every living creature that moves on the ground."
5. Conclusion – Gen 1:29-31 Then God said, "I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. And to all the beasts of the earth and all the birds of the air and all the creatures that move on the ground—everything that has the breath of life in it—I give every green plant for food." And it was so. God saw all that he had made, and it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day.
31. Someday, we'll be like him! 1Jn 3:2 NLT Dear friends, we are already God's children, but He has not yet shown us what we will be like when Christ appears. But we do know that we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He really is.
Last time — "What do the first five days of creation tell us about God?"Today look at Day 6 of creationWhat does creation tell us about ourselves?
Days 1, 2, 4 & 5 each had one creative act: Light; sky; celestial bodies; fish & fowlDay 6 repeats pattern of Day 3: two distinct creative actsDay 3: Separation of land/sea & creation of plant lifeDay 6 also has two distinct creative actsSame themes as on Days 1-5:Only God createsGod creates orderly, intentionally & purposefullyGod's creation is good
Animals to inhabit the earth — vv 24-25Three groups of land animals here: Livestock (domesticated),Creatures that move along the ground (reptiles)Wild animals (undomesticated).The three terms are general classifications without specific details.
"Man" (Adam) is generic: Hebrew "adam" sometimes "man" vs. "woman"Not so here:Singular ("in the image of God he created him") –mankindPlural ("male and female he created them") – affirms that focus is mankind, not man distinct from womanRefers here to humankind, comprised of male and femaleUsage elsewhere in Genesis 1-11 supports this as wellGenesis 5:2 NIV He created them male and female and blessed them. And when they were created, he called them "man." (e.g. "mankind")"Adam" also refers to humankind in Genesis 6-9 in the flood narrativeIn Genesis 2 "adam" becomes personal name — details of Day 6God pronounced His blessing on the male and the female: they were to be fruitful and increase in number. In Genesis, to be blessed was to be enriched and fertile.
Conclusion of the creation storyProvides for his creationNote:all are vegetarian – meat given as food after the floodGenesis 9:3 NIV Everything that lives and moves will be food for you. Just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you everything.V 31 — final benediction that it is very good
Day six was Creation's climax for it included mankindGod focuses less attention on vast universe, & world's ecosystem, than on puny, insignificant manPsalm 8 NIV O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens. (2) From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise because of your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger. (3) When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, (4) what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him? (5) You made him a little lower than the heavenly beings and crowned him with glory and honor. (6) You made him ruler over the works of your hands; you put everything under his feet: (7) all flocks and herds, and the beasts of the field, (8) the birds of the air, and the fish of the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas. (9) O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!
Theme: people are the apex, the climax, of creation*** Literary crescendo builds to climaxLength of the description of each day increasing(The bigger the creation, from our perspective, the less space is devoted to it)Creation of light (1) shorter than celestial light giving bodies (4)Creation of sea & sky (2) shorter than fish & birds (5)Creation of land & vegetation (3) shorter than animals & man*** Literary pattern changes from Days 1-5 & Animals from Day 6Rhythm/pattern to days 1-5"Let there be … and it was so" — "according to kind" — Good*** Changes in middle of day 6 re humankindFamiliar "Let there be" becomes "Let us make" Instead of creation reproducing "according to their kind," Adam and Eve are created "in our image"Instead of just filling the earth — also rule the earth"Rule" the earth itselfDominion over the inhabitants of the earth
You and I are not some Darwinian accident*** We didn't make it to the "top of the evolutionary ladder" because we have opposing thumbs and the ability to think abstractly.*** Man was last creature mentioned;did not evolve from lower forms of life; intentionally created*** We are the crowning point of God's creation. Why?*** Omniscient, omnipotent God said, "Let us make man in our image"*** Wanted to create something that was more like himself than animals, birds, fish, plants, celestial bodiesMade you/me in his image, in his likeness
Who is the plural "us" — "our image"?Why does vs 27 return to singular "his own image"?Creation emphasizes that there is only one God — monotheism (v 27)But here is a hint that there is more to God than meets the eyeIn his singularity there is some sort of plurality
"Trinity" ("3-in-1") Hierarchy, unity; seen in creation Each is God; None is identical with the others*** Father — decides to create"In the Beginning, God created … And God said …"Finally, "Let us make … our image … our likeness"*** Son — agent, does workCol 1:15-16 NLT Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, (16) for through Him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can't see—such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through Him and for Him.Jn 1:1-3 NLT In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) He existed in the beginning with God. (3) God created everything through Him, and nothing was created except through Him.***Spirit (v 2 "hovering") — completes, gives lifeThis is the "us" of Genesis 1 — we're in image of triune God
What is this "image" of the triune God ("imago dei")?Image imparted only to humans (Gen_2:7). "Image" is figurative, for God does not have a formSomehow, we share, though imperfectly and finitely, in God's nature, that is, in His communicable attributes (life, personality, truth, wisdom, love, holiness, justice), and so have the capacity for spiritual fellowship with Him.God's purpose in creating human life in His image was functional: man is to rule or have dominion (Gen_1:26, Gen_1:28). God's dominion was presented by a "representative." (Egyptian kings later, in idolatry, did a similar kind of thing: they represented their rule or dominion by making representative statues of themselves.)
*** Key Hebrew word "likeness" — similar but not the same*** "Image" refers to qualities that together enable us to resemble GodSeen in context — God wanted to make something more like himselfMore like himself than the animals, birds, fish, vegetation & starsSo he made human beingsHeavens declare the glory of God, but you and I look like himNo mountain/starry night/sunset can do.*** We alone of all are made in the image of God — we alone reflect God to creationSpiritual qualities — more than flesh and bones — awareness of God (unlike animals)Mental qualities — intellect, reason (abstract)Relational qualities — walk with God (Gen 2)Moral qualities — conscience (right/wrong)Image of GodWe were made like himWe were made to reflect him to creation
The "what" (the fact that we bear the image of God) leads us to a couple of "so what's".
Image of God is source of all human dignityI'm somebody because God infused his likeness into me*** World's idea of dignity is distortedClaims dignity apart from GodMeasures dignity by performanceSays some earned dignity — "beautiful people"Hold awards ceremonies so we can admire themTells the rest we are worthless. Why?Can't jump as high, tackle as hard, not as rich — not very pretty*** There is no human dignity apart from GodDignity lies solely in the fact that God created usImage of God — "very good"Who I am — Why I am here — Meaning of life — Source of my dignityI am worthwhile not because of what I have done.I am worthwhile because created in his imageWe're all of same value, worth, have same dignityIt doesn't matter how others view you or me; only matters how God views usYou are createdin his image & therefore his treasure
Relationship between creation and our spiritual growthContinuumWe were created in God's image*** Image marred by sin, but not lostSon of God died so that his own image in us could reach its full potential*** Spiritual transformation is such that we are to look more and more like Him*** 2 Cor 3:18
*** Matthew 17:2 NIV There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.*** Rom 12:2 NIV Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.*** 2 Cor 3:18 TNIV And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.*** 1Jn 3:2 NLT Dear friends, we are already God's children, but He has not yet shown us what we will be like when Christ appears. But we do know that we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He really is.
"Great Stone Face" (N Hawthorne) — "by beholding …"White Mountains of NH looked like kindly man's face*** Ernest asked mother about prophecy that a great man, raised in village, destined to become noblest personage of his time & would resemble GSFGrew up contemplating GSF & apparent wisdom, gentleness & kindness*** Gathergold wealthy, opulent lifestyle of conspicuous consumption. Miserly, “Scattercopper".*** Gen. Battleblast military hero. Iron will, but no gentleness, wisdom, or tenderness.*** Old Stony Phiz politician wanted to capitalize on prophecy to be elected President.Ernest grew & became preacher, blessing & molding lives. Ordinary & unassuming. In the end, his neighbors recognized Ernest as the fulfillment of the prophecy*** They saw in him the GSF.
Why should we bother with spiritual growth?Painful and full of disappointments!This is what we were made to be and to doGod created us so that his image can become more and more visible in usWhy it is worth the effort and the disappointments and the joySomeday, we will be like him*** Never be God — but we will be him — 1 John 3:2Lets get ready
Mat 22:17-21 TNIV Tell us then, what is your opinion? Is it right to pay the imperial tax to Caesar or not?" (18) But Jesus, knowing their evil intent, said, "You hypocrites, why are you trying to trap me? (19) Show me the coin used for paying the tax." They brought him a denarius, (20) and he asked them, "Whose image is this? And whose inscription?" (21) "Caesar's," they replied. Then he said to them, "Give back to Caesar what is Caesar's, and to God what is God's."*** Another way of saying this – Give God that which bears his image – yourself!