GOD is the GENESIS (creator) of all things.

“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1).

This statement is a foundational truth that establishes God’s existence and His unparalleled power. As Creator, God brought everything into being out of nothing, speaking life and order into the void. The intricate design of the universe, from the vast galaxies to the smallest particles, testifies to His wisdom and omnipotence. This truth is said also of Jesus, “For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him” (Col 1:16). But some do not recognize the Creator, “Who is the LORD, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I know not the LORD…” (Exo 5:2_

Everything that exists owes its existence to Him. This includes not only the physical universe but also the moral and spiritual dimensions of life. Since He is the source of all life, He possesses an inherent authority over His creation.

GOD is the OWNER of all things.

Because God is the Creator, He is also the Owner of all that He has made. Psalm 24:1-2 proclaims, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; for he founded it on the seas and established it on the waters.” Ownership implies a deep and comprehensive authority. Just as an artist has rights over their masterpiece, God has the ultimate right and claim over His creation.

God’s ownership extends to every aspect of our lives. Our talents, resources, and even our very breath belong to Him. This perspective shifts our focus from self-centered living to a life that honors and glorifies Him. But some would not honor Him, “Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful” (Rom 1:21a).

GOD is the DEFINER of Righteousness, Justice, & Salvation.

Flowing from this truth that God is Creator and Owner, He possesses the sole right to define and decide what is right, just, and necessary for salvation. This divine prerogative is evident throughout Scripture. In Isaiah 45:9, the prophet declares, “Woe to those who quarrel with their Maker… Does the clay say to the potter, ‘What are you making?’” This rhetorical question highlights the absurdity of creation questioning its Creator.

God’s authority encompasses defining moral and ethical standards. In a world rife with moral relativism, God’s Word stands as the absolute standard. His laws and commandments, revealed through Scripture, are not arbitrary rules but reflections of His holy and righteous character.

Moreover, God’s authority extends to the realm of salvation. Throughout the Bible, He has clearly delineated the path to reconciliation with Him. The New Testament emphasizes that salvation is through Jesus Christ alone. In John 14:6, Jesus asserts, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” This exclusivity underscores God’s right to determine the means by which humanity can be saved. But some say that salvation can be found another way, “And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked” (Acts 17:32). For some, the gospel is foolishness, (1Cor 1:18).

Understanding God as the ultimate authority challenges us to submit to His will and to obey the gospel (Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38). We trust His wisdom, even when it contradicts our limited understanding or societal norms.

Agape,

Spencer