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02-11-25 Genesis 1 v2628 God Created Mankind in His Image

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The Book of Genesis Chapter One V- 26 and 28

26 Then God said: Let us make human beings in our image, after our likeness. Let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, the tame animals, all the wild animals, and all the creatures that crawl on the earth. 27 God created mankind in his image; in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. 28 God blessed them and God said to them: Be fertile and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it. Have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, and all the living things that crawl on the earth.

Genesis 1:26-28 reveals a profound truth about the creation of humanity. These verses state, “Then God said, ‘Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness...’” This divine declaration emphasizes that God intentionally created man and woman, each with a distinct purpose and identity. The creation of humanity was not random or arbitrary; rather, it was a deliberate act of God, who designed male and female to complement one another and to fulfill His command to be fruitful and multiply, filling the earth and stewarding it.

In today’s world, there is a growing confusion surrounding gender identity and sexual orientation. It is crucial to remember that God did not create humans with the freedom to redefine their sexes or identities. Instead, He established a clear framework for human existence, one that reflects His own nature. To stray from this design is to embrace a lie that can lead to profound personal and family turmoil. This distortion often stems not from God’s creation, but from the adversary, Satan, who seeks to sow discord and confusion in the hearts of individuals and families.

When individuals, especially children, are encouraged to question their God-given identities, it can lead to a crisis of soul that disrupts the family unit. The consequences are far-reaching, creating dissension and emotional pain. It is essential for families to affirm and uphold the truth of God’s design, embracing the unique identities bestowed upon each person. In doing so, we honor the Creator’s intent and foster a sense of belonging and purpose rooted in His unchanging truth. Let us stand firm in our faith and guide our loved ones with love and clarity, reminding them of their intrinsic worth as created in the image of God. Amen.

Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.

At the Savior's command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.

I am a poet obedient to Christ,

Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins

†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®

Ephesians 6:17-20

02-11-2025 Genesis 1 v2628

**God Created Mankind in His Image**

In the beginning, God spoke with grace,

“Let us make mankind in My image, a sacred place.”

Male and female, in harmony designed,

Reflecting His essence, in love intertwined.

With purpose divine, He breathed life anew,

To fill the earth, and in His likeness, pursue.

To multiply, nurture, and tend to creation,

In unity and strength, a holy foundation.

Yet shadows of doubt may whisper and sway,

To challenge the truth in a world gone astray.

But steadfast we stand, in God’s perfect plan,

Rejecting the lies, embracing who we are as man.

So let us honor the gift of our birth,

And cherish the roles that reflect our worth.

In family and faith, may we boldly proclaim,

The beauty of creation, in His holy name. Amen.

© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins

February 11, 2025 @ 04:37 AM EST

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