Different Christian Beliefs About The Creation Including The Role Of Word And Spirt Flashcards
What is one teaching about the creation and role of word and spirit?
In the Old Testament it says “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth”(Genesis 1:1). Christians disagree about how exactly God created the world, whether the story should be accepted literally or symbolically. However, they are agreed that God is their creator.
Give another teaching about creation and role of word and spirit.
The Genesis account of creation also states “Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the face of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters” (Genesis 1:2). Christians see this as a reference to the third person of the trinity the Holly Spirit. The Spirit shows God in action, transforming chaos into order as seen in the rest of Genesis.
How does the belief in God the creator influence Christians?
Christians believe the world was planned and ordered by God. In this respect human lives have a purpose and meaning because God created the planet and in particular created humans in his image. We are no mere accident as might be suggested by atheists.
Another way the belief in God the creator influence Christians is, Christians believe God is worth worshipping as he is our creator, we owe him everything. Christians sing hymns praising God for the wonder of his creation. For example, All things bright and beautiful.
