Developing a Relationship with God

Study Notes

The Purpose of Humanity's Creation

God created humanity for a special purpose, to become His children.
The writer of Hebrews quotes Psalm 8 to show that humans are to inherit eternity as glorified children of God.

Humanity's Creation in God's Image

After creating animals, God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness;"
God created man in His own image, male and female, and blessed them.
Humans were created in the very image of God, unlike animals created after their kind.

God's View of Humanity

God views humans as His sons and daughters.
Jesus, the firstborn Son, taught His disciples to refer to God as their "Father."
God Almighty wants a relationship based upon the family relationship He created.

God's Relationship with Humanity

God wants a close, personal relationship with each individual.
He wants us to "draw near" to Him and He will draw near to us.
He promises to "never leave you nor forsake you."

The Reason for God's Creation of Humanity

King David asked, "What is man that You are mindful of him, and the son of man that You visit him?"
Hebrews 2 helps answer David's question, revealing that God created humanity to become His children.
God's purpose is to bring many sons to glory, making the captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings.

Description

Explore how the Bible describes the kind of relationship God wants to have with us, the sacrifices He has made, and the promise of His constant presence. Dive into Biblical verses that highlight the importance of drawing near to Him and experiencing His unconditional love.