Bible Study - Step By Step 3 - Various - February 1, 2026
Bible Study – Step By Step 3 – Various - February 1, 2026
Our past two Bible Studies have been based upon how GOD organizes
and plans what HE creates.
In the Book of Genesis, GOD revealed to Moses HIS
creation and formation of earth and all that is in it.
We get to see GOD at work creating earth and equipping
earth to sustain all life forms.
GOD created “earth life” based upon time.
GOD spoke earth time into existence, as we read in Genesis
1:1: In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.[a]
2 Now
the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the
watery depths, and the Spirit of God was hovering (checking every
detail to make certain all that was needed for this planet to support all forms
of life was in place) over the surface of the waters. 3 Then
God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. 4 God
saw that the light was good, and God separated the light from the
darkness. 5 God called the light “day,” and the
darkness he called “night.” There was an evening, and there was a morning: one
day.
GOD set earth time in motion. Time and seasons would
operate according to GOD’S design and plan to sustain various life forms upon
earth.
John
4:24 (Christian Standard Bible)
“God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in
Spirit and in truth.”
In order to worship GOD in Spirit and truth is the reason
why all people must be born again to become an eternal child of GOD, through
the miracle of Spiritual Birth, into GOD’S eternal Family.
Spiritual Birth is a gift from GOD through faith in JESUS
and available to all who will accept JESUS as their Savior, the propitiation
for sin.
Spiritual birth is a conception. It is the union of the Holy
Spirit (Divine Sperm) with the human spirit (the egg). The miracle of Spiritual
Birth changes the human spirit. Consider the human spirit as an egg. When The
Holy Spirit, The Divine Sperm, and the human spirit, the egg, unite through
faith in JESUS, that person is born again Spiritually, to be GOD’S eternal SON
or DAUGHTER.
Sin came into the world through disobedience by our original
parents, Adam and Eve. They sinned by disobeying GOD when they ate the
forbidden fruit. The first Adam blew it -------
GOD had to send JESUS as the second Adam to give the
human race an opportunity to be redeemed from eternal death, which is the fate
of Satan/Devil and his angels.
All people (humans) have a choice:
Eternal life through GOD’S redemptive plan, which is accepting
and acknowledging JESUS, GOD’S only SON, WHO paid, in full, the price for all
sin. HE left Heaven and came to earth to live a 100% human life, subject to human
death, yet GOD.
If JESUS hit his finger while he was upon earth he yelled,
“OUCH”!
JESUS was and is the second Adam, WHO paid the sin debt
in full by the shedding of HIS sinless blood and giving HIS sinless life upon
the cross.
The bodily resurrection of JESUS is proof that HE paid
the sin debt in full and authenticates that JESUS is the promised Messiah in
WHOM we can place our trust and faith.
So, here we are. How did we get here? Of course, we know
our human existence is the result of the union of the male sperm with the
female egg. I contend GOD had us in HIS mind and heart until we were conceived
physically and born physically.
I chose you before I formed you in
the womb; I set you apart before you were
born. I appointed you a prophet to the
nations.
GOD has a plan and purpose for each person who places
his/her faith in JESUS. HE does knock upon the heart’s door of every person,
but HE gives each person the freedom whether or not to open his/her heart’s
door.
GOD gives all humans the right to choose. In WHOM do you
place your trust? While you have breath and life, you have a choice --- Eternal
life through faith in JESUS and citizenship in Heaven or eternal life in Hell.
I ask you to choose eternal life through faith in JESUS.
When a person experiences the miracle of Spiritual birth, the Holy Spirit
unites with the human spirit, and a miracle takes place quicker than the
twinkle of the eye. That person’s human spirit is born again, Spiritually, by
the Holy Spirit and that person instantly becomes GOD’S eternal Son or
Daughter. The Holy Spirit confirms that transition instantly and equips the
person of faith in JESUS with Spiritual Gifts to be used as GOD directs him/her.
Let’s review and consider: (Copied from Bible Hub)
What was God's purpose in creating the world?
I. Scriptural Anchor: God’s Glory and
Sovereign Will
God’s purpose in creating the world is rooted in His own
eternal nature, sovereignty, and desire to manifest His glory. The Berean
Standard Bible opens with the declaration: “In the beginning God created the
heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1).
This foundational text situates creation as an intentional act of God’s will.
Later, we read that all things were created through and for Christ: “For in Him
all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible…
all things were created through Him and for Him” (Colossians 1:16).
Creation itself testifies to God’s glory. In Revelation,
the twenty-four elders proclaim, “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive
glory and honor and power; for You created all things, and by Your will they
existed and were created” (Revelation 4:11). His purpose is revealed: that
everything exists and thrives by His will and for His praise.
II. The Expression of His Goodness and Love
Beyond glory, Scripture repeatedly shows that God’s
creative work is motivated by love and goodness. According to Psalm 136:5-9, each step of creation is a reflection of
God’s lovingkindness. He “made the heavens with skill… spread out the earth
upon the waters… made the great lights” (vv. 5-7). This repeated theme of God’s
loving nature underlines that creation is an overflowing of His benevolence.
Jesus speaks of God’s love for the world as the driving
force behind redemption (John 3:16). Though this verse
highlights salvation, it also underscores that God’s love for the cosmos is
deeply woven into His plan. Divine love upholds and sustains creation (Acts 17:24-25), ensuring it reflects God’s kindness toward
all living things.
III. Humanity’s Unique Role and Relationship
Central to God’s purpose in creation is humanity’s place
as stewards and image-bearers. “So, God created man in His own image; in the
image of God He created him; male and female He created them” (Genesis 1:27). Humans are unique bearers of God’s image,
entrusted with the responsibility to cultivate and care for the earth (Genesis 2:15).
This role is not arbitrary. God intended to forge a
genuine relationship with humanity. Scripture describes humanity’s fellowship
with God as a central reason behind creation, offering a context in which
people can know and enjoy their Creator (GOD). The apostle Paul explains that
God desires people to “seek Him and perhaps reach out for Him and find Him” (Acts 17:27). From the outset, God’s purpose included
walking with humanity in faithful communion (cf. Genesis 3:8).
IV. Display of God’s Attributes Through
Creation
Creation shines a spotlight on God’s attributes. Psalm 19:1 declares, “The heavens proclaim the
glory of God; the skies display the work of His hands.” In the intricate
details of the natural world, from the vast galaxies to microscopic biological
systems, His creative genius and meticulous design are evident.
Modern scientific investigations have only further
magnified the awe surrounding these complexities. For example, discussions of
the “Cambrian Explosion” highlight a sudden appearance of diverse life forms in
the fossil record, which some researchers argue is difficult to reconcile with
gradual evolution by purely natural processes. These observations point toward
what many see as an intelligent and purposeful Designer.
Additionally, geological discoveries of catastrophic
flood layers in various parts of the world align with accounts of a global
flood (Genesis 6-9), underscoring the
historical foundations of the biblical narrative. Such instances remind us that
the created order, both ancient and modern, holds evidence of God’s character
and acts.
V. Culmination in Redemption through Christ
Though creation was declared “very good” (Genesis 1:31), it did not remain unblemished. Humanity’s
fall brought corruption, yet even this tragedy ultimately serves to highlight
God’s ultimate redemptive plan. Creation was never meant to remain static but
to find its greatest meaning in the revelation of God’s grace through Jesus
Christ.
In Ephesians 1:11-12, Paul explains that God “works out
everything by the counsel of His will, in order that we… might be for the
praise of His glory.” Redemption and creation are inseparable, demonstrating
that the original purpose of creation-to glorify God-extends definitively into
Christ’s saving work. The resurrected Christ exemplifies the power of God,
confirming His dominion and intention to restore all creation.
Outside biblical testimony, historically documented
evidence of the resurrection of Christ serves as a cornerstone for believers.
Early manuscripts, such as those discovered among the Dead Sea Scrolls and
other archaeological findings, uphold the authenticity and integrity of
Scripture, lending credence to its claims of God’s overarching plan. Scholarly
investigation of these manuscripts consistently shows remarkable alignment of
biblical texts over centuries of transmission.
VI. The Call to Worship and Reflect the
Creator
God’s primary purpose in creating the world is to receive
worship from all that He made. Isaiah 43:7 reassures that God formed His people
for His praise. Yet, this worship is not merely a duty; it is also an
invitation to live in alignment with the One who bestows life and breath (Acts 17:25).
True worship arises when people embrace their calling to
reflect God’s nature: “Be holy, because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). Such holiness flows from a relationship
with God, made possible through Christ. Creation, in turn, becomes the stage on
which humanity can obey, worship, and enjoy Him forever.
VII. Conclusion: Living in Light of His
Purpose
God’s purpose in creating the world encompasses the
display of His glory, the manifestation of His love, the creation of a context
for authentic human fellowship with Him, and the backdrop against which
redemption unfolds. By recognizing creation’s design for His honor, believers
and seekers alike can discover meaning and fulfill the chief end for which
humanity was made: to know, love, and glorify God.
In this grand tapestry, each person is
invited to step into the role that our Creator envisioned from the beginning.
The world’s grandeur-and the evidence found in Scripture, historical
manuscripts, archaeological research, and nature’s design-points to a loving,
intentional Maker whose greatest desire is that we find life, hope, and abiding
purpose in Him. (My underline)
“Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and
honor and power.” (Revelation 4:11)
Back to my writing:
We read in John 4:24 - Christian Standard Bible
24 God
is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in Spirit and in truth.”
GOD knows our true hearts and minds. We cannot con GOD.
GOD desires for us to come to HIM to build upon the
foundation HE has laid, which is all people have the opportunity to place their
faith in JESUS, HIS physical birth, as a human, and lived a sinless life upon
earth.
The sacrifice pleasing to God is a broken spirit. You
will not despise a broken and humbled heart, God.
Ecclesiastes 3:2 a time to give
birth and a time to die; a time to plant and a time to uproot;
While we have life, we have opportunity to
accept JESUS as our Savior.
If you have not already chosen, how do you choose?
Matthew 7:7 Ask, Search, Knock
“Ask, and it will be given to you. Seek,
and you will find. Knock, and the
door will be opened to you.
My prayer is that, if you have not already chosen JESUS
as your Savior that you will choose HIM and ask HIM to forgive you for your
sins and for HIM to come into your life and to be the LORD of your life!
If you are not already in a Bible teaching church or
fellowship, then pray and ask JESUS to lead you to where you can be fed and
grow Spiritually.
actsclass.blogspot.com is a resource.
See you in Heaven!!! Blessings!!!
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