Made for Mondays: A 7-Day Devotional to Bring Purpose Into Your Daily Grindਨਮੂਨਾ

Created to Create

From the very beginning, God established something foundational about who we are: we are made in His image. Let that sink in. You are not an accident. You are not the product of chance or evolution. You are fearfully and wonderfully made by the Master Designer, carrying His imprint on your life. No matter what anyone has said about you, you are made in God’s image and designed on purpose, for a purpose.

As an image-bearer of God, here’s something you need to know about Him: God is a working God. God, the ultimate Creator, fashioned you to reflect His creative nature. He works, He builds, and He cultivates—and He has designed us to do the same. You have been created by a Creator to create.

In Genesis, we see that God was the first one to work, and man was the second. God spoke light into existence, separated the waters, and called forth trees and plants. Each day of creation, He labored with intention, declaring it "good." Then, He trusted humanity with the privilege of continuing His creative work—to cultivate, steward, and care for creation.

Work is not a punishment—it’s a gift. Long before sin entered the world, God gave Adam the task of tending the garden. Work was never meant to be something we dread or escape—it was designed to be a way for us to partner with God, reflect His character, and fulfill the unique purpose He’s given us.

But how often do we resist the work God calls us to? Whether it’s the work of raising a family, excelling in a job, or serving in ministry, we can view it as a burden rather than a blessing. Yet, what if we saw work the way God does—not just as labor but as an opportunity to create, grow, and glorify Him?

When we embrace our work as a divine gift, we discover that it shapes us. It molds our character, strengthens our faith, and aligns us with God’s plan. Every task, whether big or small, is an opportunity to reflect His creativity and excellence. Remember—you were created to create.

Prayer:

Lord, thank you for creating me in your image and giving me the privilege of working alongside you. Help me to see work as a gift, not a burden. Teach me to honor and glorify you with every task I’m given. Take what feels mundane and make it meaningful. Amen.