Genesis 1: Parents

The Divine Artist's Masterpiece"

Genesis 1:27 (New Living Translation)
"So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them."

Imagine a hushed moment, where you and your child are crafting together. The house is quiet except for the soft rustle of paper, the soft clinking of scissors, and the shared laughter over shared creativity. As your child beams at you, presenting their humble creation made of paper and colors, you see your reflection - not just in their physical likeness, but in their innate joy of creating.

That's a glimpse of what Genesis 1:27 conveys. In the vastness of His creation, God chose to imprint His divine image in us, filling us with innate creative ability. Like an artist who imbues his masterpiece with his own essence, God has done the same with us.

As parents, let's use this truth to cultivate our children's understanding of their identity. When they're crafting a school project or building a Lego structure, use those moments to remind them - they're not just creating; they are reflecting God's nature. Each of their creations is a mirror of the Divine Artist's work in them.

Each day provides an opportunity to affirm our children's worth as God's image bearers, their potential unexplored as the very universe He crafted. Let's guide them towards understanding their creative power as a divine gift, a constant connection to their Creator, and as a conduit to express His love and grace in our world.