Beginnings are important to remember. So today, let’s remember—from the beginning.
In the beginning was God and His Christ and the Spirit hovering over the deep (1). They were in perfect unity, before time began. And all They created was good (2).
Let’s remember that . . .
He brought about order. And into the darkness He brought light (3).
Let’s remember that . . .
We are made in His image (4). For He breathed life into Adam (5) . . . for purpose (6).
Let’s remember that . . .
God blessed mankind (7) and graced bountiful provision (8).
Let’s remember that . . .
We are susceptible to the enticements of the evil one, to partake of that which is forbidden, or prone to follow after my own selfish desires (9).
Let’s remember . . .
When I disobey the word of the Lord, I shouldn’t run away from Him or try to hide (10). That is precisely the time when I need most to turn to Him (11), without excuse or blame (12)—and so be covered by His grace (13).
Let’s remember . . .
Elohiym. And the fullness of His power to create the cosmos.
In these opening chapters of history’s beginning, let’s remember together God’s glory and goodness. His promise and provision. And so let Him capture our hearts anew with wonder.
Elohiym, along with the totality of all You created in heaven and earth, You also created order, relationship, and assigned onto humans purpose (14)—with such significance I, too, am blessed. I am especially blessed for remembering. May the display of Your majesty, glory, and power in creation dethrone any desire in my heart that is not of You.
1 - Gen 1:2
2 - Gen 1:31
3 - Gen 1:3
4 - Gen 1:26
5 - Gen 2:7
6 - Gen 1:26; 2:15
7 - Gen 1:28
8 - Gen 1:29
9 - Gen 3:6
10 - Gen 3:8
11 - Gen 3:10
12 - Gen 3:12ff
13 - Gen 3:21
14 - Gen 1:2; 2:18, 15