What The Bible Says About THE UNIVERSE // Why God Designed it

Summary

In this thought-provoking video, Jerren explores the concept of the universe and its relationship to God, addressing the common modern phrase of 'thanking the universe.' Through biblical references, Jerren highlights that while the universe reflects God's glory, it is not God itself. He emphasizes that the vastness and beauty of the universe serve as a portrait of God's majesty. Drawing parallels between the invisible God and the visible universe, the video encourages viewers to appreciate the universe while understanding the deeper connection to the Creator behind it.

Takeaways

• 😀 The word 'universe' is often used instead of 'God' in modern culture to express gratitude or understanding of a higher power.
• 😀 The Bible describes the universe as a creation of God that reflects His glory and power.
• 😀 In the book of Psalms, the heavens (the universe) declare the glory of God and the work of His hands.
• 😀 The Hebrew word for 'heavens' refers to the visible sky and universe, emphasizing God's creation as a reflection of His nature.
• 😀 According to the Bible, God is invisible, and the universe is a way for Him to make His eternal power and divine nature visible to us.
• 😀 The universe is not God, but it is a visual representation or portrait of God's majesty and eternal nature.
• 😀 The infinite size and beauty of the universe reflect the magnitude of God's glory, which is beyond human comprehension.
• 😀 The universe had to be vast and seemingly endless to capture even a fraction of God's infinite nature.
• 😀 Comparing the creation of the universe to a portrait, the universe is like a painting of God's majesty, created on a cosmic scale.
• 😀 The moment the universe began, through the Big Bang, can be seen as the point when God decided to reveal Himself to us in a tangible way.
• 😀 While it's good to recognize a higher power, thanking the universe instead of God is like thanking a portrait rather than the person it represents.
• 😀 The universe serves as a reminder to appreciate both the beauty of creation and the Creator behind it, leading to a personal relationship with God.

Q & A

Why do people commonly thank the universe instead of God?

Many people use the term 'universe' as a substitute for a higher power or divine force, often because it feels more neutral or open to interpretation. This trend reflects a broad spiritual worldview that sees the universe as a guiding force, but it doesn't necessarily align with any specific religious tradition.

What does the Bible say about the universe?

According to the Bible, the universe was created by God to declare His glory. The book of Psalms states that 'the heavens declare the glory of God' (Psalm 19:1), meaning that the vastness and beauty of the universe point to the majesty of God.

How does the Hebrew word 'shamayim' relate to the universe?

The Hebrew word 'shamayim' refers to the heavens, which includes both the sky and the universe. In the biblical context, it is the visible creation that God uses to reveal His power and glory.

Is the universe equivalent to God, according to the Bible?

No, the universe is not God. The Bible teaches that God created the universe as a reflection of His glory. While the universe declares God's majesty, it is not the same as God Himself. The universe is more like a portrait of God's nature.

Why does the Bible describe God as invisible?

The Bible describes God as invisible because God is spirit, not a physical being. His essence transcends human perception, which is why He created the universe as a visible representation of His eternal power and divine nature.

What does Romans 1:20 say about God's qualities?

Romans 1:20 explains that since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen in what has been made, meaning the universe serves as a visible manifestation of God’s invisible attributes.

What is the significance of the universe's vastness in relation to God?

The immense size of the universe is a reflection of God's eternal and infinite nature. To capture even a fraction of God's glory and magnitude, He needed to create a universe that was vast, powerful, and seemingly without end.

How does the speaker compare the universe to a painting?

The speaker compares the universe to a painting of God. Just as a portrait of a person represents that person but is not the person itself, the universe is a representation of God's nature, power, and glory, but it is not God Himself.

What scientific discovery aligns with the biblical account of the universe’s creation?

Scientific findings about the expanding universe align with the biblical creation narrative. The Bible suggests that the universe had a beginning, and science shows that the universe is expanding, which implies that it started from a single point and later exploded outward.

Why is thanking God preferred over thanking the universe in the biblical view?

According to the Bible, while the universe reflects God's glory, it is essential to thank God directly, the Creator, rather than just the creation. Thanking the universe is like admiring a portrait but neglecting the person it represents. Knowing God personally is the deeper and more meaningful connection.