2 January | Teens
«So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. » Genesis 1:27
Who doesn't like to get gifts, right? What about you? Have you ever received an unforgettable gift? I remember when my dad surprised me with a beautiful bike for my birthday! It was so exciting to wake up and see that bike waiting for me! When God created the first human beings, He also wanted to give them a very special gift. And just as my father prepared the surprise of the bicycle, God prepared an incredible surprise. When Adam and Eve opened their eyes, they saw a wonderful gift: an entire world created just for them! A whole world for us! If today our world is still full of beauty, imagine how perfect it was when God created it!
But of all that He has created, we are the masterpiece of God's creation. Among all the wonders He has done, only human beings have been formed with God's own hands. That is why today's song says: “God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female He created them, and God blessed them. And God blessed them.” So, the next time you look in the mirror, you will see someone who is made in God's image, someone He loves deeply!
This shows how important we are to Him, for we were created in His image and likeness. As God's beloved children, we have a great responsibility to take good care of the wonderful world that He created and gifted to us.
Take Action
How about creating a reminder of your special origin? Take some playdough or clay and make a doll. As you shape the figurine, think about how God has shaped us with His own hands. Once it's done, put it in a place where you can see it and remember how special you are to God.