Wednesday – April 8 : God in Creation
God in Creation – Sabbath School Lesson Study
This Sabbath School lesson study, “God in Creation,” reveals how the Bible presents God as both powerful and personal, inviting us into a deeper relationship with Him.
Bible Focus
Genesis 1:1
Genesis 2:7
Acts 17:27–28
Job 36–39
Spirit of Prophecy Focus
- The Desire of Ages, p. 24 by Ellen G. White
- Steps to Christ, pp. 9–10 by Ellen G. White
Summary
- The Bible presents God as both powerful and personal.
- In Genesis 1, God is Elohim—the all-powerful Creator of everything.
- He speaks, and creation comes into existence.
- In Genesis 2, God is Yahweh—a personal and close God.
- He forms man with His hands and gives him life.
- This shows God’s nearness and care for humanity.
- God is both great and close at the same time.
- He rules over all creation but is near to each one of us.
- In Him we live, move, and have our being.
- Nature and creation reveal God’s character.
- His power, wisdom, and care are seen in everything around us.
- Creation shows that God provides, sustains, and cares for life.
- God is not distant or uncaring.
- He understands our struggles and desires a relationship with us.
- Through Jesus, we see clearly that God is close to humanity.
- A balanced view of God is important.
- We must see both His greatness and His closeness.
- The more we know Him, the more we will love and trust Him.
Question
What do the names Elohim and Yahweh teach us about God?
Answer
They show that God is both all-powerful over creation and deeply personal, close, and caring toward us.
Reflection
Do you relate to God more as powerful or as personal—and how can you grow in seeing both?
Takeaway
God is both mighty Creator and loving Father—He rules the universe yet draws near to you personally.
Continue Studying
- To explore the official lesson, visit: https://absg.sspmadventist.org/en/2026-02/02
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