by Doreen Kajulu | 17 December 2025 08:46 pm12
Have you ever wondered why God used a plural expression when He created human beings, instead of the singular form He used for the rest of creation?
Genesis 1:26–27 (NKJV)
26 Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”
27 So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.
Why does He say, “Let Us make man in Our image,” instead of “Let Me make man”? This reveals the very nature of the Creator—that He is not solitary, but relational. God’s nature reflects fellowship and unity. Although it is God Himself who created humanity, the language used points to a divine community rather than isolation.
This shows us that we are products of relationship and fellowship, and it is through the same principle that we grow and bear fruit. Even in human reproduction, it is not something one person can accomplish alone. A man and a woman must come together, each contributing what they have, and the result is a new life like them. This is a fundamental principle—our very existence is the result of shared contribution.
The same applies to our growth and success in life. For anything to truly succeed, we must be willing to receive input from others. No one can accomplish everything on their own. Spiritual growth, for example, requires fellowship within the church. When you gather with other believers—whether two, three, or many—you are strengthened and built up. Isolation, on the other hand, limits growth.
In every area of life—both physical and spiritual—those who succeed are people who are open to others. They allow themselves to be helped, to connect, to humble themselves, to be taught, guided, and supported. Through this, they grow and eventually succeed. True inner success—joy, peace, and stability—comes from healthy relationships with others, lived out in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
A complete person lives in relationships. From today, do not take relationships lightly. Build strong foundations, and make every effort to live in peace with everyone.
Hebrews 12:14 (NKJV)
“Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.”
Remember, from the very beginning, you are a product of relationships.
May the Lord bless you.
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