God’s Perfect Work

Sermon Opening (Ice Breaker)

Children, have you ever made something—maybe a drawing or a building with blocks? How did you feel when it turned out well?

Now imagine this: who made the sky, the sea, the animals, and the plants?

Today we will learn that God is the Creator whose work is perfect.

Background of Genesis 1

Genesis 1 teaches us that the universe did not happen by accident. Everything exists because of God.

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”

Before anything existed, God already was.

I. God Creates by the Power of His Word (vv. 1–5)

The key phrase is: “And God said…”

The Hebrew word “bara” means to create out of nothing.

Theological Meaning

• God needs no materials.
• God’s Word is powerful and effective.

When God spoke, light came into existence.

Parallel Scriptures:

• Hebrews 11:3 – The universe was formed by God’s word.
• John 1:1–3 – All things were made through the Word.

Transition: How does God carry out His creative work?

II. God Creates with Order and Purpose (vv. 6–13)

God created the sky, land, and seas step by step.

The word “good” (tov) means fitting God’s purpose.

Theological Message

• God is not a God of chaos.
• Everything has a purpose.

Parallel Scriptures:

• 1 Corinthians 14:33 – God is a God of peace.
• Psalm 104:24 – How many are Your works, O Lord.

Transition: What about living creatures?

III. God Creates Life with Perfection (vv. 14–25)

God created the sun, moon, stars, fish, birds, and animals.

Everything was made according to its kind.

Main Truth

• God’s work is never careless.
• Creation reflects His wisdom.

Character Message: Because God’s work is perfect, we trust Him and live gratefully.

Applications by Age Group

I. Toddlers (Ages 1–5)

• Application: Know God as Creator.
• Activity: Name God’s creations using pictures.

II. Young Children (Ages 6–10)

• Application: Be thankful for body and environment.
• Activity: Create a “God’s Creation Book”.

III. Preteens & Teens (Ages 11–15)

• Application: Believe life is not an accident.
• Activity: Group discussion: “Why did God create me?”

Short Spiritual Illustration

A child once said, “If God cares about tiny insects, He surely cares about me.”

Sermon Closing (Call to Response)

Let us trust the Creator whose works are perfect.

Poetic Closing:

The morning sun, the evening sky,
All declare God’s works on high.
His creation, perfect and true,
My life is safe, O God, in You.