Question 15: God Creates People

04.05.25-04.11.25|The Final Hours Series

< Back

Question: How did God create men and women?

Answer: God created men and women equally in his image, with distinct and complementary roles.

The man said, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was taken out of man.” Genesis 2:23-24

This intimate account of Eve’s creation reveals profound truths about God’s design for men and women. God declares it “not good” for Adam to be alone. God doesn’t simply duplicate Adam but creates Eve as his perfect counterpart. He forms her from Adam’s side, suggesting both equality (the same substance) and distinction (a different person). Adam’s joyful response expresses recognition of their shared humanity and essential unity. The text establishes both the equality and complementarity woven into God’s design. Both male and female are equally created “in the likeness of God” and jointly blessed (Genesis 1:27-28). Yet within this equality, God creates them with distinct roles that complement each other, providing the foundation for the marriage relationship where two become “one flesh” (Genesis 2:24).

This beautiful design speaks powerfully to how we understand gender and relationships today. Men and women, while equal in worth, dignity and status as image-bearers (Genesis 1:27-28), are created with differences that allow them to complement one another. Throughout Scripture, the Trinity models equal persons filling different roles in pure love and unity. God’s design for male and female reflects a complementary partnership rather than competition. Understanding God’s original design helps us appreciate the distinct contributions of men and women in family, church and society.

TODAY: Reflect on how you understand gender. Thank God for creating both men and women in his image with equal worth and dignity. Consider how you might better honor and respect the opposite gender, recognizing their equal value while appreciating God-given differences. If you’re married, ask for God’s help to honor him and your spouse by reflecting God’s design for complementary partnership. Learn more about being created as male and female in our We Believe document HERE.