Genesis 1:3-25

John 1:3-13

Matthew 6:25-34

God created the world and everything in it. He separated day from night, earth from sea, animals from plants. God MADE everything, and Jesus was there at the beginning, too. He, with the Father and Holy Spirit, created the ground you walk on, the air you breathe, the food you eat. In those first five days of creation, Jesus was part of the process of separating and making distinctions between day and night, earth and sea, animals and plants. 

Jesus is also the separating distinction between those who are children of God and those who are not. This is the most important distinction: to be a child of God or not. To be with Him in Heaven or separated from Him forever. 

We know God cares for the world He created. In Matthew 6, Jesus reminds us that He takes care of the birds and flowers, so how much more will He take care of us? Jesus tells us not to worry about our lives because He cares so much about us. As children of God, we have a Heavenly Father we can rely on for EVERYTHING. He asks us to “seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself” (Matthew 6:33-34). Jesus remains involved in His creation; He walks with us every day, intercedes for us, and loves us. 

God MADE YOU and YOU MATTER. 

Group/Family Discussion Questions

• Jesus is called the Light many times in the Bible, and particularly in John 1. How is Jesus being the Light an example for us?
• How else is Jesus described in the Bible? How do those characteristics mirror His actions? How are those actions an example for us?

Personal Questions

• How can you be a light to those around you this week? 
• Actions often speak louder than words. What actions do you need to do as a child of God?
• Who in your life needs reminding that they are a child of God and they matter? How can you be an encouraging light to them? 

Go outside this week and spend time in God’s creation. Think about the beauty of what God has made, and remind yourself that you are part of His creation. Pray or journal this week about how nature reminds you of God’s love for you. 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your creation and for creating me. Thank You for Jesus and my salvation. Please help me be a light to others. Amen.