Genesis - Chapter 1

God Creates the Universe

Day 1:

• God created the universe.

• At first, there was nothing but darkness and chaos.

• God created light, separating it from darkness.

• This is when day and night began.

Day 2:

• God created the sky — the atmosphere that separates water on Earth from water in clouds above.

Day 3:

• God gathered the water into seas and oceans.

• Dry land appeared.

• Plants, trees, and crops were created on the land so Earth could support life.

Day 4:

• God created the Sun, Moon, and stars to give light, mark seasons, days, and years.

• The Sun lights the day; the Moon lights the night.

• Stars are in the sky to help track time and guide people.

Day 5:

• God created sea creatures and birds.

• Life in water and air was made to fill the Earth.

Day 6:

• God created land animals, including livestock, wild animals, and humans.

• Humans were made in God’s image, capable of thinking, making choices, and caring for the Earth.

• Humans were given responsibility to take care of all living things.

Day 7:

• God rested.

• This established the concept of rest and reflection, showing that rest is important for life.

Key Points in Today’s Language

1. It’s a story of order being created from chaos — light, sky, land, plants, animals, humans.

2. Humans have a special role: to think, create, and care for the Earth.

3. The seven-day structure emphasizes planning, work, and rest, which is still relevant today.