Where Did We Come From?
Have you ever wondered where we came from? The Bible gives us a clear answer: God created everything, including us. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1)
Just think about it, for every painting, there’s an artist; for every building, a builder; so, for all of creation, there is a Master Designer. “All things were made by Him; and without Him was not anything made that was made.” (John 1:3)
Our design is no accident. We are too intricately and purposefully made to have come about by chance. Therefore it must only make sense that there was a creator. God says that he created us, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” (Genesis 1:26a)
But if God created everyone and everything in the world, why is it so broken today?
Where Did Sin Come From?
Although we were created by God in His image, humanity chose to disobey Him. The first humans, Adam and Eve, lived in a perfect world and enjoyed a close relationship with God. But when God gave them one simple command—not to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil—they chose to disobey.
This act of rebellion brought sin into the world, breaking humanity’s perfect relationship with God. From that moment, sin spread to all people. “By one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.” (Romans 5:12)
To help us understand right from wrong, God gave us His law, we know as the Ten Commandments:
1 “Thou shalt have no other gods before me.”
2 “Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.
3 “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.”
4 “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.”
5 “Honour thy father and thy mother.”
6 “Thou shalt not kill.”
7 “Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
8 “Thou shalt not steal.”
9 “Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.”
10 “Thou shalt not covet.”
Be honest with yourself—have you ever lied, stolen, hated someone, or looked at another with lust? We’ve all broken God’s laws, which makes us guilty before Him. “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23), But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; (Isaiah 64:6)
If we are to be honest with ourselves, we would have to admit that we have broken not only one of God’s commands, but several, For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. (James 2:10).
But what does that guilt mean for us?
What Are the Consequences of Sin?
Sin has consequences. God is holy and just. Like a judge who must punish crime, God must punish sin. “It is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.” (Hebrews 9:27)
The penalty for sin is separation from a Holy God—eternally in a place called Hell. “For the wages of sin is death…” (Romans 6:23), But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death. (Revelations 21:8)
Imagine committing the same crime against different people. If you steal from a friend, you might lose their trust. If you steal from a store, you face legal consequences. The severity of punishment reflects the authority of the one you offend. How much greater is the punishment when we sin against God, the holy and perfect Creator? The truth is, our sins deserve eternal separation from God in Hell.
But is there any hope?
What Is the Solution to our sins?
Yes, there is hope! God, in His great love, made a way for us to be forgiven. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to take the punishment we deserve.
But why Jesus? Jesus lived a sinless life and willingly died on the cross in our place. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
Through Jesus’ sacrifice, the debt of sin is paid. “The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)
How do you receive this gift so you be forgiven?
If you are to receive God’s gift of forgiveness, you must:
What Will You Choose?
You have a choice: believe that Jesus paid your sin debt and receive eternal life, or reject it and face the punishment for your sins.
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” (Romans 10:9-10)
God loves you and offers you forgiveness today. Call out to Him in prayer, confess your sins, and put your trust in Jesus. Don’t wait—your eternity depends on it.
A Plea for forgiveness
Dear Jesus,
I come to You admitting that I am a sinner. I have broken Your laws and gone my own way. I know that my sins have great consequences, and I am truly sorry.
Right now, I turn away from my sins and ask You to forgive me. I believe that Jesus Christ, Your Son, died on the cross for my sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day so that I could be forgiven and have eternal life.
I place my trust in Jesus alone for my salvation. Thank You for Your mercy, grace, and the gift of eternal life.
Lord Jesus, Thank You for hearing my prayer and forgiving me.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.