GOD'S GRAND DESIGN
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was formless and empty, and darkness covered the deep waters. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters.
Genesis 1:1-2 (NLT)
The first verses of the Bible introduce us to a remarkable scene: nothing but a vast emptiness, a formless void. Yet God was already there, preparing to create something magnificent. With a word, He transformed the chaos into a beautifully ordered universe, bringing light, life and purpose to every corner of creation.
I can still remember the awe I felt during my first visit to the Grand Canyon. As I stood on the edge, gazing at the endless expanse of rock carved by time, I was overwhelmed by the sheer grandeur of God's creation. In that moment, I realized how small I was compared to the vastness of His handiwork—and yet, at the same time, I felt deeply known by the Creator of it all. The God who shaped the universe also shaped my heart.
In our everyday lives, it's easy to forget this awe-inspiring truth. We get caught up in the busyness of life, often overlooking the fact that we live in the midst of God's grand design. Every sunrise, every star-filled night, every breath we take is a testament to His creative power. And just as God brought order to the chaos in Genesis, He continues to bring order and purpose to our lives when we invite Him in.
Take a moment to reflect: What areas of your life feel formless or chaotic right now? Just as the Spirit of God hovered over the waters, He is present and ready to work in the spaces where you feel overwhelmed or uncertain.
APPLICATION: This week, take time to marvel at God's creation—whether in a park, under a starlit sky, or simply in the quiet of your own home. As you do, ask God to reveal His purpose in the areas of your life that feel disordered. Trust that He, the same God who brought beauty from chaos, will continue His grand design in you.
PRAYER: God, help me to remember that You are with me. You're omnipotent and omniscient, yet You still choose to know and love me. Help me to draw comfort from this truth. In Jesus' name, amen.
“… Our Father in heaven…” Matthew 6:9b (NLT)
- What do You want to say to me today as my Father?
“… may Your name be kept holy.” Matthew 6:9c (NLT)
- What do You want to reveal to me about Your power today?
“May Your Kingdom come soon.” Matthew 6:10a (NLT)
- Help me make Your priorities my priorities today.
“Give us today the food we need,” Matthew 6:11 (NLT)
- Is there anything specific You want me to do with my time or the people I’m around today?
“and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us” Matthew 6:12 (NLT)
- Reveal to me anyone I need to forgive or ask for forgiveness.
“And don’t let us yield to temptation…” Matthew 6:13a (NLT)
- Is there anywhere I’m vulnerable to temptation?