Genesis 1:31: “Then God looked over all he had made and saw that it was very good!”
God left no room for imperfection or insignificance in the intricate artistry of creation. Nothing He has made—no moment, no person—is without purpose or value. To doubt this is to misunderstand the nature of the One who orchestrates the universe with precision and love.
The Magnificence of Creation
Colossians 1:16: “For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.”
Before the universe existed, God meticulously designed every molecule, every life form, every celestial body. Every detail was woven into existence with intentionality, from the smallest nano-cell to the billions of galaxies. He knew our need for a Savior and prepared for it before the first breath of creation. When He finished, He gazed upon it all and said, “It is very good.”
Colossians 1:15: “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.”
Consider the world’s unfathomable complexity. A cardiovascular scientist I once met described his work on the lymphatic system, an essential yet unseen part of human health. God created the visible wonders of our world and the invisible marvels that sustain life. The intricate design of proteins ensuring the functionality of microscopic valves is a testament to a Creator whose brilliance exceeds human comprehension.
John 17:24: “Father, I desire that they also, whom You have given Me, be with Me where I am, so that they may see My glory which You have given Me, for You loved Me before the foundation of the world.”
Yet even these complexities pale in comparison to the significance of Jesus’ birth—a moment planned with divine precision before the foundation of the world.
The Birth of Christ: A Incomparable and Timeless Gift
The lymphatic system and its intricate design seem mundane compared to the eternal importance of Christ’s arrival. His birth was not just an event in history; it was a pivotal act of divine love ordained to reconcile humanity to God.
As you reflect on Christ’s birth, consider this profound truth: the same God who declared the birth of His Son “very good” also declared the same over your creation. While you and I were not born to save humanity, we were born with a mission uniquely significant to someone in this world.
Your Role in God’s Story
Romans 10:14: “But how can they call on someone if they haven’t trusted in him? And how can they trust someone if they haven’t heard about him? And how can they hear about someone if no one is proclaiming him?”
We are not saviors, but we are vessels. God created us to lead others to the Savior. Every moment of our lives holds the potential for eternal significance. Just as God wastes nothing in His creation, our story has no insignificant chapter.
When God created us, He infused us with purpose—a purpose tainted by the fall but redeemed through Christ. Our task is to embrace this purpose, living lives that glorify Him and lead others to the path of salvation.
Job 42:2: “I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted.”
Each of us is a part of God’s unshakable plan. Our mission is to glorify Him from generation to generation, spreading the Gospel through word and deed.
A Call to Celebrate Purpose
Have you ever considered your birthday as significant as Christmas? While your birth does not carry the same weight as Christ’s, it carries purpose. You cannot save the world, but you can point someone to the One who can.
When God created you, He declared, “It is very good.” He crafted you to reflect His glory and fulfill a divine mission.
Matthew 5:16: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
This Christmas, let us remember that the same God who sent His Son into the world also sent us into it—with purpose, love, and a call to shine His light.
“My prayer today is that the message of this Christmas time will be a personal message to you that Jesus will be Prince of Peace in your life and will bring peace and satisfaction and joy to you.” – Billy Graham.