The Issuing Authority
Exploring God's original intention for His Kingdom on earth, the creation of Man in God's image and likeness, the governing role of the soul, and the necessity of living by every Word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord.
“Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness.”
God's Kingdom on Earth
The original design of creation was established under the authority, purpose and government of God.
What God created in the very beginning was His Kingdom on earth.
God's original intention
Take some time to analyze what God intended in His Kingdom from Genesis 1:26–31.
What God created in the very beginning was His Kingdom on earth.
God intended Man to administer and govern His creation for Him.
The original design was not merely a place for Man to exist. It was a Kingdom in which Man was intended to function under God's authority and purpose.
What God Intended for His Kingdom
Genesis 1:26–31 reveals the purpose and order God established when He created Man and placed him within His Kingdom on earth.
GOD'S
KINGDOM
His original
design
Man in His Image
He wanted Man to be in His image.
Man in His Likeness
He wanted Man to also be in His likeness.
Dominion
Man was given dominion over the seas, the air, animals, the entire earth and even under the earth.
Fruitfulness
He wanted Man to be fruitful biologically and in productivity.
Subdue Creation
Man was to take everything in creation and subdue it to his benefit.
Provision
God provided herbs and fruit-bearing trees so Man would not lack food.
Care for Creation
Man was to care for other creatures and ensure that they were well fed.
A Good World
There was no sickness, sorrow, fear, anxiety or stress. Everything was good — very good!
Righteousness
The world was full of righteousness because it was based on God's Word.
The Holy Spirit
The Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.
The Sabbath
God blessed the Sabbath day and ordained it as blessed.
Marriage
God ordained marriage for Man in that blessed world of God's Kingdom.
God's intention covered Man's identity, authority, productivity, provision, stewardship, righteousness and relationship within His Kingdom.