In our last reflection, We “the Faith People,” we looked at the mirror of our own identity. We discovered that we aren’t accidents, but intentional masterpieces created to know and enjoy our Maker. But to truly understand who we are, we have to look past the reflection and gaze directly at the Original.
The Nicene Creed begins with, “We believe in one God.” But who is this God we confess?
The Architect of All That Is
God is not just a “force” or a vague concept of goodness. He is the Creator. John 1:1-3 tells us that “In the beginning was the Word… and all things were made through Him.” He didn’t just kickstart the universe and walk away; He is the One who currently holds everyone and everything together.
God is Spirit. He is not confined to a body or a location. He has no beginning and no end. He is the Alpha and the Omega (Revelation 1:8), the One who is, who was, and who is to come. While we are defined by our birthdays and deadlines, He simply is.
Transcendent yet Immanent
“God exists in the staggering tension of being both ‘above’ and ‘beside.’ He is the Infinite One who transcends time, matter, and the very fabric of the universe—existing far beyond the reach of the stars. Yet, in a mystery that humbles the heart, this same eternal God is Immanent. He does not just watch us from a distance; He dwells within us. He is the God of the heavens who became Immanuel—God with us (Matthew 1:23)—proving that the One who is too big for the universe is still small enough to live in our hearts.“
The Unchanging Standard
In a world where “truth” changes based on the latest trend, God stands as the only constant. He is Holy—completely set apart and pure. The angels in Isaiah 6:3 don’t just call Him “good,” they cry out, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty.”
This holiness is paired with His immutability—a fancy word that means He doesn’t change. In Malachi 3:6, He declares, “I the Lord do not change.” This is our greatest comfort. His love, goodness, wisdom, justice, and truth are perfect and permanent. You never have to worry about God having a “bad day” or changing His mind about His promises to you.
The Sovereign Will
Finally, we must recognize that God is in control. Daniel 4:35 reminds us that “He does as he pleases with the powers of heaven and the peoples of the earth.” Nothing happens—not a single event in history or a moment in your life—except through Him and by His will.
Understanding who God is changes how we live. When we realize He is the sovereign, unchanging, holy Creator, our lives shift from being self-centered to God-centered. We stop trying to control the world and start trusting the One who already does.
Reflect: If God is this great, this holy, and this constant, how does that change the way you face your “unknowns” tomorrow?