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Day 2: What Makes Humans Unique?

Many of us feel the need to stand out from others or to prove ourselves in big or small ways. When we do, it often brings feelings of pride and satisfaction. But we don’t have to stand out to prove that we’re special—our very existence as humans is cause for great joy and amazement. In today’s devotional, Francis will examine what makes humans unique—and what God made us for. Turns out we have nothing to prove.

Day 2 Question and Answer:

What Makes Humans Unique?

Humans, unlike every other living creature, are created in God’s image and meant to be in a loving relationship with Him.

Reflect

Francis walked us through Genesis 1, showing us the pattern for how God created everything. After creating the first humans, He saw that His whole creation was “very good indeed” (1:31). Read Genesis 1:26–31. How are humans different from other creatures? What does this passage reveal about God’s purpose and plan for humans?

Francis said, “Maybe the most beautiful thing about being a human—we are capable of receiving love from God.” Read 1 John 4:7–8. Our capacity to receive and give love—with God and one another—comes from our creator, because God is love. In what ways have you struggled to receive God’s love? What difference has knowing He loves you made in your life?

Respond

Humans are unique among all other creatures because God made us in His image to receive His love and enjoy relationship with Him. We can set aside our feelings of inadequacy and the belief that we are less-than. Made in God’s image, we are born with significance and dignity, and we can step out with confidence, knowing that He loves us.

To remind yourself that God designed you with care and purpose, add the text of Genesis 1:27 to your phone background or post it in a notecard on your mirror to help you memorize it.