The God of All Creation: Pastor Otabil at Greater Works 2024 (Opening Night)

Introduction 

At the Greater Works Conference 2024, Pastor Mensa Otabil illuminated the profound nature of God as the Creator of all things. 

With Genesis 1:1 as the foundation—”In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth”—Pastor Otabil emphasized God’s unparalleled role as the originator, sustainer, and transformer of creation.

The Sovereign Creator

Pastor Otabil began by establishing that God is the sovereign Creator of all things. He remarked, “God is the God of all Creation; He created all things and He created all things in many different ways.” This assertion underscores the vast scope of God’s creative power, extending beyond mere physical creation to encompass all aspects of existence. 

The sermon draws on Isaiah 45 to reveal how God’s creative abilities are not limited by conventional expectations or human limitations. In Isaiah 45:18, God declares, “I am the Lord, and there is no other,” affirming His unique capability to create, form, make, and establish.

Creating Out of Nothing

One of the central themes in Pastor Otabil’s message is God’s ability to create from nothing. He explained, “God can create when there is no raw material… He can take what is not and make it be.” This divine capability is illustrated through God’s promise to Abraham, who was called the father of many nations despite having no children. 

Similarly, Pastor Otabil emphasized that God can transform nothing into something substantial and beneficial, reinforcing the belief that “God doesn’t need anything to be there before He calls it to be there.”

Transforming the Existing

Beyond creation ex nihilo (creation from nothing), Pastor Otabil highlighted God’s power to transform existing materials. He pointed out, “God can take what is there and do something new with it.” This aspect of God’s nature was reflected in the creation of humans from the dust of the earth, turning lifeless material into vibrant life. This transformative power extends to all areas of life, suggesting that God can renew and repurpose our existing circumstances for greater purposes.

Making All Things Work Together

Pastor Otabil also addressed God’s ability to make all things work together for our good. Citing examples from the Bible, such as the Red Sea and the battle involving hailstones, he illustrated how God can orchestrate natural elements to favor His people. He declared, “The God of all creation makes all things work together… God is able to make all things work in your advantage.”

Perfecting What He Begins

A key aspect of Pastor Otabil’s message is God’s commitment to perfecting what He starts. “The God of creation will perfect all things and make all things beautiful in our lives,” he asserted. This divine assurance is based on the belief that God does not abandon His work halfway but ensures its completion and fulfillment. Pastor Otabil’s faith in God’s perfecting nature gives hope that the beginnings in our lives will culminate in completeness and beauty.

Conclusion

In his powerful message at the Greater Works Conference 2024, Pastor Mensa Otabil has painted a compelling portrait of the God of all Creation. By exploring the depths of God’s creative power, transformative abilities, and His assurance of perfecting what He starts, we are reminded of the boundless possibilities that lie within divine intervention. 

As we reflect on the sermon, let us embrace the truth that “God can create out of nothing,” “transform what is old into something new,” and “make all things work together for our good.” With this understanding, we can confidently face our challenges, knowing that the Creator of all things is actively working in and through our lives to bring about His perfect will.