Written by BibleOne Team
October 26, 2025
The Starting Point of Everything
Have you ever felt lost, wondering what your purpose is? Have you ever looked at the huge, complicated world and asked, "Where do I fit in?" These are questions every single person asks. The Bible tells us that the answers to our biggest questions about ourselves don't start with us. They start with God. Understanding who God is gives us the foundation for understanding who we are. It’s like trying to understand a painting without knowing the artist. When we know the artist, the painting makes much more sense.
This simple idea is the bedrock of a strong faith. It's not about complicated rules or difficult rituals. It's about a relationship. Let's explore three simple but powerful truths about God that change everything about how we see ourselves.
1. God is our Creator: This gives us VALUE.
The very first verse of the Bible says, "In the beginning, God created..." (Genesis 1:1). Everything you see—the sun, the stars, the trees, and even you—was made by Him. He is the Master Artist. Out of everything He made, the Bible says He did something special when He made people. He made us "in his own image" (Genesis 1:27).
Imagine a great artist painting a self-portrait. That painting is unique and incredibly valuable because it carries the likeness of the artist. In the same way, you are valuable because you carry the image of God. You are not a random accident. Your life is not meaningless. You were designed on purpose, with love, by the Creator of the universe. This means you have incredible, built-in worth that no one can take away. It doesn't depend on how you look, how much money you have, or how many followers you have on social media. Your value comes from your Maker.
2. God is our Father: This gives us LOVE.
The Bible doesn't just show God as a distant creator. Jesus taught us to pray to God as "Our Father in heaven" (Matthew 6:9). This changes everything. A creator might make something and walk away, but a father loves, protects, and cares for his children.
Because of our sin (our choice to go our own way instead of God's way), we were separated from our Father. But God, because of His great love, sent His Son, Jesus, to bridge that gap. When we trust in Jesus, the Bible says we are "adopted" into God's family (Ephesians 1:5). We are no longer orphans, but beloved sons and daughters. This means you are deeply and unconditionally loved. God's love for you isn't based on you being perfect. He loves you because you are His child. Knowing you are loved by a perfect Father gives you a security that nothing else in the world can offer. You don't have to perform to earn His approval; you already have it through Jesus.
3. God is our King: This gives us PURPOSE.
A king is a ruler who has a plan and a purpose for his kingdom. The Bible tells us that God is the King over all creation. Because He is a good King, His rule is not about controlling us, but about guiding us into the best possible life.
When we understand that God is our King, our lives suddenly have a greater purpose than just being happy or successful. Our purpose becomes to live as citizens of His kingdom. What does that mean? It means learning to live according to His good and wise ways. It means using the unique gifts and talents He has given us to serve others and to show the world what He is like. Whether you are a student, a parent, a doctor, or a cleaner, your life has a royal purpose when you do it for the glory of your King. You are His ambassador, representing His kingdom right where you are. This gives every moment of your life meaning and significance.
Conclusion: Building Your Life on the Rock
So, who are you? You are a valuable masterpiece created in the image of God. You are a loved child adopted into the family of God. And you are a purposeful citizen living in the kingdom of God.
When you build your life on this foundation, everything changes. You can face failures because your value isn't in your performance. You can overcome loneliness because you know you are loved by a perfect Father. And you can find meaning in your daily tasks because you are serving an eternal King. This is the simple but life-changing foundation of faith. It all starts with knowing Him.