Time Space Matter
The very nature of the existence of our physical universe scientifically demands a Creator.
There used to be a commonly held belief among secular scientists that all of the matter in our universe always existed in some form, therefore a source for the universe wasn't necessary. They believed that immediately preceding "The Big Bang", all of the matter in the universe was infinitely condensed into one singular spot and then it exploded and formed into the universe we see today. This is called the "Infinite Universe Theory".
However, this theory has mostly been abandoned among even atheist scientists, because the available evidence that we have does not suggest this. According to the mathematical data that we have and the Laws of Thermodynamics, the singularity of The Big Bang actually appears to be a brick wall. A singular point of "beginning". The scientific evidence shows that the three primary mediums that create this universe - space, time, and matter - all mathematically *came into existence* at The Big Bang. They also all must exist simultaneously. You cannot have matter without space, you cannot have space without time, you cannot have space without matter etc. etc. According to the Law of Cause and Effect, our physical universe even existing demands a source that requires 2 specific characteristics:
1. It must not be bound by the mediums of space, time, and matter (remember, pre Big Bang, these mediums did not exist) and
2. It must have the authority and ability to bring these mediums into existence.
You may be familiar with such a source presented in an ancient religious text. We call it "God".
Genesis 1:1
In the beginning [*time*], God created the heavens [*space*] and the earth [*matter*].
It makes sense then that the Creator reveals himself to those He created. But also only to those He created to have a relationship with Himself.
He revealed himself to us. God created the (1) natural world we can see, and (2) our conscience, works with the laws and knowledge of right and wrong he wrote on our hearts; Morals, to prove He made it. These 2 things lead us to wonder about God, and through time He (3) revealed himself to mankind through another revelation to us the Word of God. He also revealed His perfection.... which also points to Him being the only one whose the character and nature are morally perfect. He is where morality comes from, and why #2 above makes sense.
Also, in that Scriptures, made a promise throughout the OT era and completed it in the NT era. And gave another promise. The free gift of eternal life, with Jesus in a sinless eternity.
Sin is the problem & Jesus the solution.
He told us that He created it all, and he fixed what man messed up. He made the way to God possible again, and the way he chose was through Jesus (eternal God took on human flesh to do what only God could do). Its the great news of the Bible, and the Gospel.
I encourage you to read through the Bible and see the history of the world, creation, the history of mankind, and all that God has done for us. What He's doing today through us, and what he promises for eternity.
Takes only around 80 hrs to read the Bible. You can read it in 40 days, 60 days, 90 days. Start in Genesis, push through the hard parts, into the easier parts, and finish in Revelation. It is all in there for a reason.
You can also listen through the Bible on audio as you read it in the physical book. To make it more enjoyable, and alao easier help for those who have a hard time reading.
My mom hates to read, but she reads 15 to 30 minutes in the Bible every day, as do majority of Christians. Even non Christians have read it and many are reading it more today than since 2000.
So read the Bible, & understand the gospel. If you decide to trust in Jesus... then obey the gospel (repent & believe)
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Who created God
God is not a creation. That is what distinctly sets Him apart from the universe. The Father, Word and Spirit are three persons in One called "God".
If God were a creation, by definition, He would not be God...
By asking "where", it demonstrates a lack of understanding of the nature of God. A "where", by definition, would demand the boundaries of space and time. YOU are bound by space and time. You require a "where" to exist within. God, by definition, is unbound by the physical boundaries of the universe. He doesn't need a "where" to exist because He is, by definition, not a physical being.
"How do we know God is the Creator?"
YHWH revealed Himself to us through creation, through our created being, and through the Scriptures.
Scriptures speak of all these things.
Romans 1: 18-23
For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
19Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them
20For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:
21Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,
23And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and animals, and creeping things.
[*humans made false gods with their hands and imagination, ignoring truth and clinging to lies]
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