“In the Beginning God created . . .” The second thing that should be noted about Genesis 1:1 is that “created” is an action verb. God is at work (Genesis 2:2) to bring about creation. This picture should work against those who like to say unbiblical thinks such as, “God spoke everything into existence.” The rhythm of this first chapter is certainly that God declared what should be, and then God worked to make or create the thing(s) conceived. God in labor, so to speak. Of course, this modus operandi is important to us in understanding salvation. God certainly conceives – then He executes His plan to provide salvation (Jesus is salvation) to all the world (Mark ). Notice that at the point of launching new creation, Jesus, my God, Calls out twice to Eloi = my God.
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