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How earth came to exist

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By Rotondwa MudzwedaPublished 8 months ago 4 min read
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How earth came to exist
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Hey there! So, I've got this amazing story to share with you, and get this, it's from an ancient book that's thousands of years old! And guess what? Every single word I'm about to tell you is true. I know, some parts might sound a bit unbelievable, but trust me, truth can be even stranger than fiction sometimes.

Alright, let's dive in. So, way back in the beginning, before humans even existed, before the earth, the sun, and the stars were even a thing, there was God. He was the one and only, without a beginning, but definitely not lonely. Unlike us finite humans, God exists as three persons in one, all equal and eternal. They're like a harmonious trio, always in sync with each other.

But here's the thing, God wanted to share his incredible life with others. He wanted friends and neighbors, you know? So, he created these amazing angelic beings to praise him around his Throne. Unfortunately, one of them, named Lucifer, decided to rebel along with a third of the angels. God had to cast them out of heaven, and Lucifer's name got changed to Satan. But hey, that's not the story we're focusing on here. This is all about God and mankind.

So, in the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. And let me tell you, the earth was just a shapeless, empty mess. But then, the Creator started moving over the face of the waters. And suddenly, God spoke into the darkness... "Let there be light!" And no, it wasn't some long process of evolution like some people think. God simply spoke everything into existence. Like, bam! Just like that.

In just six 24-hour days, God created all the plants and animals to fill up the earth. And on the sixth day, with the evil ones watching, God formed a brand new creature out of dust. And get this, he even breathed his own life into this clay body, and voila! The man became a living soul. He was made in the image of God, way higher than the animals. God named this new creature Adam, and he looked at everything he had created and said, "Wow, this is very good."

Every single day, God would chat with Adam, and life was just absolutely wonderful. He even brought all the animals before Adam so he could give them each a name. But as the animals passed by, Adam

After creating the heavens and the earth, God looked upon the shapeless and void earth covered in darkness. His spirit moved over the surface of the deep waters, ready to bring forth light and order. With a commanding voice, God spoke, "Let there be light," and instantly, light burst forth, illuminating the darkness. God saw that the light was good, and in his wisdom, he separated the light from the darkness, naming the light "day" and the darkness "night." Thus, the first day of creation came to be.

On the second day, God continued his work of creation. He spoke, "Let there be a space between the waters," and with his divine power, he created a vast expanse, separating the waters above from the waters below. This expanse, known as the sky, stretched out above the earth, providing a boundary between the heavenly and earthly realms. The second day marked the establishment of this space, a crucial element in the divine plan.

As the third day dawned, God's creative power continued to shape the earth. He commanded, "Let the waters below the sky be gathered into one place so that dry ground can appear." In obedience to his words, the waters receded, revealing the emergence of dry land. God named this newly formed land "land" and the gathered waters "seas." But God's work did not stop there. He spoke again, saying, "Let the land produce all kinds of plants, including fruit trees and seed-bearing plants." And just as he commanded, the land sprouted with an abundance of vegetation, showcasing the diversity and beauty of God's creation. The third day marked the flourishing of life on land, with plants and trees covering the earth.

On the fourth day, God turned his attention to the celestial bodies. He declared, "Let there be lights in the sky to distinguish the day from the night." With his divine power, God created the sun, moon, and stars, placing them in the sky to provide light and guidance to the earth. The sun would rule the day, casting its warm rays upon the land, while the moon and stars would illuminate the night, guiding travelers and inspiring wonder. The fourth day marked the establishment of the heavenly bodies, which would forever serve as a testament to God's power and creativity.

As the fifth day arrived, God's creative energy continued to flow. He commanded, "Let the waters be filled with fish and other sea creatures, and let the skies be filled with birds." In response to

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Rotondwa Mudzweda

Hi my name is mudzweda rotondwa and am a writer who love loving and also sharing information through teaching and writing

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