04 Genesis - Col. 1:9-22 (Creation & Design)

Because the cosmos was created through Jesus (and He holds the creation together) We can trust Him to hold us together!
I. Review
II. Colossians 1:9-22
III. Cosmology: Part I
A. Cosmology
B. Why does the study of the cosmos matter?
1. The Bible makes truth claims
Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:11, Isaiah 45:18
2. The secular world makes the opposite truth claims.
3. Paul basis His trust in the Lord on the creation
C. Cosmological possibilities
1. The universe always existed.
2. The universe had a beginning
D. Logical proofs for a created universe
E. How should we then live?
1. Decide upon what you are going to believe.
2. If new, trust in the creator.
3. If redeemed, give thanks to the creator.
4. Allow Him to hold you together (as He does the creation)