Christians Believe (1): The Universe

Today we are going to start a series which will delve into what Christians believe. Do you consider yourself Christian? Lets explore what scripture has to say.

Scripture is very clear that this amazing universe we live in was created and is sustained by God (Genesis 1:1-2). The Genesis account details the aspects of creation: God creates the Sun (let there be light), the sky, land and vegetation, the moon and stars, animals and finally, the pinnacle of his creation- humankind made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27). Not only has God made humans in his image, but he has carefully formed and moulded you in your mother’s womb. God states that all he has made is good, very good to be precise (Psalm 139:13).

We clearly see God and his Spirit at work in creating everything. Scripture attributes God the Father as authoritative behind creation and the world being made through the Son (Jesus - Colossians 1:16; Hebrews 1:3) and we see his Spirit working, by giving life while hovering over the waters. Scripture is Trinitarian in language and relationship orientated from the beginning of Genesis.

But why would God do this? What are his motives? Scripture states that God created the Universe to display his majesty and glory, and through this we know that God exists, leaving all humans without excuse (Psalms 19:1; Romans 1:19-21). Additionally, God made the universe because he is a good, loving and powerful God. This goes along way at explaining why as humans, we love art, singing, music etc. We are created in the image of the one and only creative God (Father, Son and Spirit). We belong to God. This is so important to understanding the world we live in and the story behind the scriptures. If God made everything, should we not pay attention and listen? Look at the awesome power and creativity behind this great God; and he would love you so much that he would come into the world to rescue us.  

But what has gone wrong? How come all of humanity doesn't worship God? Additionally, if God is so good, then why do we experience pain and suffering? In our next post, we will examine the problem that has engulfed creation. I will also post some amazing facts about our universe.

Stay posted till next time.