What the Bible says: Genesis 1:2 2Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. What it means today: Who created God? To ask that question is to assume there was another creator before God. At some time, however, we are forced to stop asking that question and realize that there had to be something that has always existed. God is that infinite Being who has always been and who was created by no one. This is difficult to understand because finite minds cannot comprehend the infinite. For example, we can try to think of the highest number, but we can’t do it. Likewise, we must not limit the infinite God by our finite understanding. The statement “the earth was formless and empty” provides the setting for the creation narrative that follows. During the second and third days of creation, God gave form to the universe; during the next three days, God filled the earth with living beings. The “darkness . . . over the surface of the deep” was dispelled on the first day, when God created light. The image of the Spirit of God hovering over the waters is similar to a mother bird caring for and protecting its young (see Deuteronomy 32:11, 12; Isaiah 31:5). God’s Spirit was actively involved in the creation of the world (see Job 33:4; Psalm 104:30). God’s care and protection are still active. Lord I pray that you will bless those greatly today who have taken time to read and study your wonderful word. Amen Taken from the Life Application Bilbe NIV My favorite Bible.
Posted on: Fri, 02 Jan 2015 12:12:19 +0000