What does it mean that God is the Creator?

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TL;DR:

People can only create new things from preexisting materials made by God, but God is unique in that He created the universe out of nothing. Only God exists independently of everything else; therefore, God, who has always existed, is the one and only true Creator.

from the old testament

from the new testament

implications for today

Acknowledging God as our Creator should fill us with a sense of awe and reverent fear, keeping us humble and rightfully aligned in our relationship with Him. God designed each of us to relate to and reflect Him. Yet, because of our sin, if left to ourselves, we are headed down a path of eternal death and destruction. The good news is that Jesus, Creator of all, came to earth to save humanity. He rescues His own creation from death and sin by His own death and resurrection. He offers eternal life, forgiveness of sin, the Holy Spirit, and the right to become children of God to all who believe in Him. Knowing that Christian believers are God’s workmanship with a specific purpose and good work to complete during our time on earth gives our lives meaning, direction and fulfillment. With the knowledge that the present heavens and earth are passing away, Jesus instructs us to store up treasures in heaven rather than earth, living to glorify Him in the present while looking forward to a heavenly eternity with Him.

understand

  • God uniquely created the universe and everything in it out of nothing and made humanity in His image.
  • Jesus, the Creator, restores our relationship with God through His death and resurrection.
  • Recognizing God as Creator gives life purpose and hope for eternity.

reflect

  • How does recognizing God as Creator and seeing how He came and died for our salvation impact your response to Him?
  • How does knowing that God created you with intentionality and purpose shape your view of your life and identity?
  • How does recognizing God as the Creator impact the way you worship and trust Him?

engage

  • How can we help others see God’s existence and power through creation?
  • How does understanding God as the Creator challenge or deepen our view of human value and purpose?
  • How can we help others live intentionally in light of the purposes for which God created us?