Creator God
Read: John 1:1-5
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. All things were created through him, and apart from him not one thing was created that has been created. In him was life, and that life was the light of men. That light shines in the darkness, and yet the darkness did not overcome it.”
We notice how the noun Word is representative of a name. The Bible tells us that Jesus is called the Word of God. Jesus is referred to as the Word in John 1. He is the Messiah; He is the message of hope for all of the world. The Word here was with God in the beginning, He had no beginning. God became flesh to dwell among us, but Jesus was not a created being. It says here that the Word was God.
Reflect: As you ponder Jesus being God the Creator, how does it humble you that He became a man and suffered on your behalf? How can you celebrate His love for you today?
Read John 1:10-14
“He was in the world, and the world was created through him, and yet the world did not recognize him. He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. But to all who did receive him, he gave them the right to be children of God, to those who believe in his name, who were born, not of natural descent, or of the will of the flesh, or of the will of man, but of God. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
There is this amazing concept that the Word, Jesus, was in the world that He created. He became flesh. Not only do we read of God creating people and the world, but through Jesus, He created a family of believers. All of whom accept Him and believe in Him become children of God.
Reflect: Think about the joy of being part of the family of God. What causes you fear when the word family is brought up? What leads your thoughts to delight? Remember that this family of God is forever; He is the perfect Father, and there is 100% safety and security in His unchanging love. How can you rest in that today?
Read Genesis 1:1-3
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. Then God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.”
God exists infinitely and always. In the beginning, when He created time, He made the world. Matthew Henry explains in His commentary: “The first verse of the Bible gives us a surer and better, a more satisfying and useful, knowledge of the origin of the universe, than all the volumes of the philosophers. The lively faith of humble Christians understands this matter better than the elevated fancy of the greatest wits, Heb 11 3.”
Yes, it takes faith to believe that God is our Creator. However, we have evidence of His Divine Sovereignty and Lordship. We have His Word. We have nature around us. We have our own intricate lives. Creation points to a Creator. The Bible tells us Who that Creator is and enables us to have a deep relationship and understanding of Him.
Reflect: Think about the fact that we do not wake up worried about if they sun will rise each morning. There is something within us that trusts that the world and the universe are working around us. God is the answer. He made all and He holds everything together. His very breath created everything. How could you be more in awe of Him today?
Read: Revelation 19:11-16
“Then I saw heaven opened, and there was a white horse. Its rider is called Faithful and True, and with justice he judges and makes war. His eyes were like a fiery flame, and many crowns were on his head. He had a name written that no one knows except himself. He wore a robe dipped in blood, and his name is called the Word of God. The armies that were in heaven followed him on white horses, wearing pure white linen. A sharp sword came from his mouth, so that he might strike the nations with it. He will rule them with an iron rod. He will also trample the winepress of the fierce anger of God, the Almighty. And he has a name written on his robe and on his thigh: King of Kings and Lord of Lords.”
Jesus is returning at the end of time, and He is called Faithful and True. Our Creator and Savior who spoke life will also open His mouth with destruction for sin and rejection of His love. He is perfection. He is forever reigning over all. We take great delight in praising Him. Verse 13 clearly tells us, “his name is called the Word of God.” Jesus has a name and it is Word of God. He is the Word. He is our Creator. He is our God.
Reflect: How have you been tempted to try to separate Jesus from God? How does this remind you that He is three in one? How can you rest in the mystery of it, but press into the truth of this fact given by God Himself?
As you read this Psalm, you see that God is the cause of the creation and the sustaining factor of our world. He established the earth and everything in it. Take time to rejoice in His creativity.
Reflect: How does a chapter like this remind you that God is creative and He is in control? How can it help you rest in His capable hands? How can you rely on Him for strength and trust that He sees all the details of your life?