Genesis 1:26-27
26 Then God said, «Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.». 27 So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.
‘'It is astonishing to think that human beings, male and female, were created in the image and likeness of God. This truth reminds us that in our original creation there was no stain, no sin, but perfection and holiness. We were designed to reflect God's character: His justice, His love, and His wisdom.'.
But we were not only created with dignity, but also with a mission. God entrusted us with dominion over all living beings, which implies a profound responsibility: we are called to be faithful stewards of His creation. This dominion is not for exploitation, but to care for, preserve, and lovingly manage what He has placed under our care.
Sadly, sin entered the world and marred that perfect creation. The image of God within us was distorted, though not destroyed. However, God's grace continues to work. He calls us and empowers us to restore that lost image through Christ, who is the Son of God. That is why it is vital that we remember this truth: we were created by God with an eternal purpose. We are not an accident or a coincidence. We are the work of His hands, bearers of His image, called to live with purpose, with dignity, and with authority over creation, under His sovereignty.
Let us pray,
Dear God, we thank you for your infinite love for us, thank you for creating us in your image and likeness, thank you for giving us purpose in our lives, thank you that we are not an accident or a mistake. Help us to restore that lost image in you and to be good stewards of your creation.