The World as It Was Meant to Be | Pastor Krist Norsworthy | May 03, 2026

1. Introduction: His Story, Our Hope• The Bible tells one unified story• Genesis gives the foundation for understanding reality.• If we misunderstand the beginning, we will misunderstand everything else.2. God the Sovereign Creator (Gen 1:1–2)• God exists before all things and is not part of creation.• He creates out of nothing (ex nihilo).• Creation depends fully on Him.• God is the Creator; we are the created. 3. God Creates by His Word (Gen 1:3–25)• “And God said…” shows His authority and power.• Creation responds perfectly to His command.• The world is not an accident; it is ordered and intentional.• Jesus is the Word through whom all things were made (John 1)• God’s Word is powerful, trustworthy, and life-giving.4. Humanity in the Image of God (Gen 1:26–28)• Identity: Our worth comes from God, not culture• Purpose: We are made to glorify God• Relationship: We are created to know Him• Your value is not earned… it is given by God.5. Creation Declared Good (Gen 1:31)• God calls His creation “very good.”• The world was originally whole, ordered, and without sin.• Humanity lived in harmony with God and creation.• God’s design is good, and life works best when lived His way.6. Response1. Anchor Your Identity in God• Reject defining yourself by culture, performance, or comparison • I am created by God and for God2. Trust and Submit to God• Prioritize Scripture over your feelings or opinions • Act on what God says, even when it’s difficult 3. Live with Purpose as an Image-Bearer of God• Represent God’s character (truth, love, justice) in everyday life • Steward your responsibilities for His glory (Gen 1:28)Series Overview1. Creation — We were made for God 2. Fall — We are broken by sin 3. Redemption — We are saved by grace in Christ 4. New Creation — We will be restored forever