There is a God, and you are not Him.

That is the starting point for all theology.

" In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth ."

But how did He create the world? And for what purpose?

That will be the focus of this episode, as we look at Genesis 1. Questions That We'll Answer:

A) The Power and Nature of the Creator: What does the repeated phrase "And God said..." reveal about God's power and the mechanism of creation? What does the orderliness and declared "goodness" of creation teach us about the character of the Creator? B) Humanity's Unique Place in Creation: What does it signify that humanity is created "in the image of God" according to Genesis 1:26-27? What responsibilities and privileges come with this unique status, particularly concerning our role as stewards over creation? C) Purpose and Design in God's Creation: How does the Genesis account of creation provide foundational answers to questions of meaning, purpose, and our relationship with the world? You can find our other podcasts on your favorite app, including 'Genesis Explained,' 'Exodus Explained,' 'Matthew Explained,' and more.

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Questions this sermon helps answer:

1. What is the main issue raised in Understanding Creation?

2. How does this passage point listeners to Christ, grace, repentance, and faith?

3. How should Christians respond in worship, obedience, and daily life?

Dr. Toby Holt is President of New Geneva Theological Seminary, and his sermons have been downloaded more than 1.9 million times on SermonAudio. Find more Bible teaching at newgeneva.org.