The Creator, God

Background Scripture: Genesis 1
Lesson Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31; Ephesians 3:9

Introduction

“Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching” (Luke 12:37). Although Jesus refers here to a state of readiness for his return, this could also apply to recognizing the day of the Lord’s visitation through life. Those who are half-hearted, worldly, and casual about Christian life will not understand what God is trying to tell them. When God spoke from heaven over his Son near the end of Christ’s ministry, some of those around him didn’t hear the words of God; they simply thought it thundered (John 12:28-30). “Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand” (Dan. 12:10).

In the symbolic and prophetic language of the Bible, God’s call to man is portrayed as a trumpet sound. He uses the power of nature, disaster, or other circumstances and events to get our attention. The question for us today is this: are we interpreting the signs of God’s call and listening to what He is trying to tell us?

Life is comprised of seasons. In many ways, the seasons of youth, parenthood, middle age and beyond offer only one chance—it’s over and gone so quickly. Would God not visit and speak to his children in due season? Surely He is speaking—why are some only hearing it thunder?

In the past when men have sensed God speaking and have availed themselves in prayer and earnest desire, God has answered in a remarkable way. Churches, communities, and even nations have been powerfully affected by revival, spiritual awakening, and renewal. This is prophetically illustrated in Revelation 8:3-5. As the angel offered the incense of Christ’s atonement mingled with the prayers of the saints, the golden censer was filled with fire and hurled into the earth.

Watching and praying are closely connected. “But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer” (1 Pet. 4:7). We are to watch in order to pray effectually. As God’s people fervently and sincerely pray, his power will be upon our homes and congregations and will be witnessed in nations around the world.

These lessons have a call to watchfulness embedded in them. They are sent forth with a prayer that God’s people will not only lightly read them but study and apply them.

The Creator, God

Lesson 1

September 6, 2026

Background Scripture: Genesis 1

Lesson Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31; Ephesians 3:9

Introduction

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork” (Ps. 19:1). The Bible clearly teaches that God is the Creator of everything: heaven, earth, and all that exists. This truth establishes God’s absolute authority and supremacy over all creation, including our own lives. To acknowledge Him as Creator is to recognize his right to rule, guide, and sustain us.

For many this truth is uncomfortable. Rather than submitting to God’s authority people search for alternatives, often embracing evolutionary theory. In many cases, these ideas are not driven by scientific discovery but by a desire to live independently of an absolute authority.

In his love, God created mankind with care and purpose. He formed man from the dust of the earth and breathed into him the breath of life. Humanity is uniquely made in the image of God: created to know Him, reflect his character, and glorify his name. What a mighty God we serve!

Key Verse

He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his wisdom, and hath stretched out the heavens by his discretion (Jer. 10:12).

Lesson Scripture

Studying the Lesson

Why did God create everything? The Bible says it was for his glory, honour, and pleasure. “Even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him” (Isa. 43:7). “Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created” (Rev. 4:11).

We believe that the Genesis time frame of creation was six literal days. Nowhere in Scripture do we find any other thought than that all of God’s creation work was accomplished in six days of “the evening and the morning.” “For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it” (Exod. 20:11).

“Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear” (Heb. 11:3). It takes faith to believe that God created all things. For example, God created light on the first day, and the sun, moon, and stars on the fourth day. What was the light before the fourth day?

Practical Truths for Today

A father’s young daughter once asked him if water was in existence before the world was created. If not, she wondered, when was it created? It took him a bit to figure out how to answer because too often we fail to think about the details of creation. How interested should we be in the details, and when do we need refreshing?

How big is your God? Do you unquestionably believe in a literal, six-day creation, or have other viewpoints subtly affected you?

How do you see God? One way is to observe creation—especially humankind—and notice the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life itself.

When we look at the beauty, precision, and order of the universe, we see powerful evidence of a Creator. The laws of physics are so finely tuned that even the smallest change in gravity or atomic mass would make life impossible. Earth itself sits in the perfect position—not too close or too far from the sun—with just the right tilt, rotation, and atmosphere to sustain life, a position that indicates intentional design.

The incredible complexity of life adds to this wonder. Every human cell contains DNA, that detailed instruction code far surpassing human technology, again showcasing the work of a Master Designer. The earth’s natural systems, like the evaporation cycle and magnetic field, operate in flawless balance, renewing and protecting life every moment. Even the human mind and soul, capable of love, creativity, morality, and worship, point to something higher than chance, echoing the truth that we are made in the image of God. From the grandeur of galaxies to the hidden complexity within a single cell, creation reveals intelligence, harmony, and purpose.

Should we be acquainted with the mainstream beliefs of today? The evolutionist view teaches that the universe began about 13.8 billion years ago with the Big Bang, when all matter and energy rapidly expanded from a dense point. From this stars and galaxies were generated. Over time the earth formed, and simple chemical reactions on early earth produced the first living cells. Through millions and billions of years, life supposedly developed into plants, animals, and humans.

From the Bible, the infallible Word of God, we know that man was created in God’s image and likeness, not in the evolutionary processes of blind chance, natural selection, death, and competition. “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul” (Gen. 2:7).

On the sixth day after creating everything, God said “it was very good.” That which is created by man often undergoes a time of research and development, tearing apart that which didn’t work and redoing it. There was none of this with God; his creation was perfect.

When man sinned and ruined God’s perfect creation, God already had a plan for man’s redemption.

John Holdeman writes: “Creation itself teaches us that there must be a God, for nothing has ever been found that originated of its own self. We know very well that everything we see, be this a pocket watch, a house, or any other object, has been made or constructed by someone. If now we view the firmament and its glory, the sun and stars in their splendor, the moon in its luster, the earth and its capacity to produce all manner of herbs and trees which bear the tasty fruits for our sustenance, the various creatures and the noble creature, man, we cannot but submit to the fact that there must be a creator and designer of all this.

“Suppose a man were born into this world to whom God’s Word was unknown. He soon would ask: Who made all this? Especially after he would have learned that all tools and all houses are being made and constructed by someone, while the gold, silver, stones, wood, iron and all other raw materials of which tools and houses are made are not being made by man; his inevitable conclusion would be that there must exist an Exalted Being which created all the materials as well as those who use them. It is for this reason that Paul says: ‘Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. For the invisible things of Him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse’ Rom. 1:19, 20. With these verses Paul emphasizes that it is creation itself which teaches man that there is a God. Anyone who dares to deny this is foolish, for it is impossible for even a simple and visible object to originate of its own self, then there must be a Creator who made this great universe and all the fullness thereof.” 1

To claim that lesser things like houses and tools cannot make themselves, yet to insist that the vast and beautiful universe somehow created itself is nonsense. Therefore David says, “The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God.”

As God’s creation is greater than the works of human hands, so the Creator is infinitely greater than man. If we recognize that creation proves there is a God, we must also acknowledge that, as his creatures, we owe Him service and reverence.

Creation reveals three divine attributes: God’s omnipotence, God’s wisdom, and God’s goodness.

God’s omnipotence: Creation reveals such magnitude that we must acknowledge only omnipotent power could have created such a vast universe. Therefore, we should fear and revere such a mighty God, for He is able to punish those who show no respect for his power.

We see that the objects and articles men produce serve useful purposes. Men with authority rule over their subjects. How much greater is the right of the Most High, who is above all, to rule and command us!

If we destroy or rebuild the works of our own hands, and if earthly governments punish wrongdoers, how much greater authority does God have to destroy both body and soul of the unfaithful and disobedient in hell? (Matt. 10:28).

God’s wisdom: Just as his omnipotence is visible in creation, his unsearchable wisdom is seen in the order of the sun, moon, and stars, in the variety of trees and vegetation, in the diversity of animals, and in mankind, his most noble creature.

All of this teaches us to seek wisdom from the all-wise God. He has planned everything according to his wisdom, and there is no lack in what He has ordained.

God’s goodness: Creation also convinces us of God’s goodness. The sun warms and makes the earth fruitful; rain and dew cause vegetation to grow. God’s goodness is evident in all creatures, even in those we might think harmful. His goodness teaches us to turn to Him and never forsake his care, compassion, and mercy.

Illustration

What a Mighty God We Serve!

Our Father’s wondrous works we see In the earth and sea and sky;

He rules o’er all in majesty, From His royal throne on high.

Refrain: What a mighty God we serve! What a mighty God we serve!

Reigning now above on His throne of love, What a mighty God we serve!

The raging winds and waves are calm, When He says to them, “Be still”;

The heavens praise Him in a psalm, And the angels do His will.

He maketh worlds by His command, Weighs the mountains great and high;

He metes the waters in His hand, Spans the lofty, starlit sky.

Our God, to save from sin’s control, Gave His Son a sacrifice;

His grace, abounding in the soul, Makes the earth a paradise.2

Questions

1. What part of creation most clearly speaks to you of God?
2. Hebrews 11:3 says, “Through faith we understand.” Why does it take faith to believe in creation and a Creator?
3. If creation clearly points to a Creator, why do many people still reject this truth? How should we respond?
4. God even created a day of rest. What are ways to use it?
5. 1 Mirror of Truth, pg. 17-18
6. 2 Clara M. Brooks, “What a Mighty God We Serve!” Christian Hymnal

Source: COGICM Daily Bible Readings (Daily Bible Readings, PO Box 124, Glenn, CA 95943).