01_Gen 1:1 In the beginning God Genesis 1:1 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The Bible begins with these simple but majestic words: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). This opening line is foundational to our understanding of the world and our place in it. It does not attempt to prove God’s existence. Instead, it declares it as self-evident. God is, and everything begins with Him. His existence and creative power are revealed through His works. Psalm 19:1 reminds us, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” The story is told of a man whose car broke down on the road. He tried everything he could think of to get it running again but in vain. Finally, another man stopped to help. He made a quick but thorough inspection, adjusted something in the car’s innards, and said, “Try it now.” To the owner’s surprise, the car started immediately. Bewildered, he asked, “How did you fix it so fast?” The man replied, “ I built the car. I know how it works.” The creator knows his creation best. The manufacturer's deep understanding of the car he designed mirrors the far greater knowledge God has of all creation. He is also the ultimate authority over all for this very reason. Everything around us and within us begins with God. He is the source of everything. Just as a car owner turns to the manufacturer to understand or repair his car, we too must turn to our Creator for answers, direction, help, and purpose in life. Creation reveals the fingerprints of the Creator. The intricate design of a leaf, the vastness of the stars, the complexity of the human body—all point to a wise and purposeful Designer. True science teaches humility, and leads us to marvel at God’s wisdom in his beautiful and intentional design. Yet, this creation is only a partial revelation of God. Knowing that we need to know him in order to receive his grace and peace, God has lovingly revealed himself to us in the scriptures, the words recorded by holy men led by the Spirit of God. The Bible tells us not just that God is, but also reveals who He is. Through stories, parables, and teaching, God shows us His character, His purposes, and His desire for a relationship with us. The Scriptures are God’s service manual for life, guiding us into right alignment with our Creator. In these last days, God’s revelation has been made complete in his Son Jesus the Anointed. Hebrews 1:1-2 declares, “God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom He also made the world.” In Him, we see God as he truly is. Through his life, death, and resurrection, Christ reveals God’s incredible love for mankind. In him we understand the great destiny God has for us. He forgives and puts away sin