Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, the concept of "day" is not merely a measure of time but is deeply intertwined with the sovereignty and providence of God. From the creation account in Genesis to the prophetic visions in Revelation, each day is depicted as being under the meticulous control of the Almighty.Creation and the Establishment of Days The Bible begins with the account of creation, where God establishes the framework of time. In Genesis 1:3-5 , it is written: "And God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness. God called the light 'day,' and the darkness He called 'night.' And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day." Here, the creation of day and night signifies God's authority over time and His ability to order the universe according to His will. God's Sovereignty Over Each Day Throughout Scripture, the day is portrayed as a unit of time that God governs with precision. In Psalm 118:24 , the psalmist declares, "This is the day that the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." This verse emphasizes that each day is crafted by God, inviting His people to recognize His hand in the unfolding of daily events. The book of Job also reflects on God's control over the days of human life. Job 14:5 states, "Since his days are determined, and the number of his months is with You, and You have set limits that he cannot exceed." This passage underscores the belief that God has predetermined the span of each person's life, further illustrating His dominion over time. Prophetic Days and Eschatological Fulfillment In prophetic literature, days often symbolize periods of divine intervention and fulfillment of God's promises. The "Day of the Lord" is a recurring theme, representing a time when God will execute judgment and bring about His ultimate plan for creation. Joel 2:31 prophesies, "The sun will be turned to darkness and the moon to blood before the coming of the great and awesome day of the LORD." This eschatological day is under God's control, marking a pivotal moment in redemptive history. Daily Dependence on God The New Testament continues to affirm God's control over each day, encouraging believers to live in dependence on Him. In Matthew 6:34 , Jesus instructs, "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own." This teaching highlights the importance of trusting in God's provision and sovereignty over the present day, rather than being anxious about the future. The Eternal Day Finally, the Bible points to an eternal day, a time when God's kingdom will be fully realized. Revelation 21:23-25 describes the New Jerusalem: "The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, because the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp. By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there." This eternal day signifies the culmination of God's sovereign plan, where His presence will be the perpetual light for His people. In summary, the concept of "day" in the Bible is a testament to God's supreme authority over time and history. Each day is a gift from God, crafted with purpose and under His control, inviting believers to trust in His divine plan and provision. Torrey's Topical Textbook Amos 5:8Seek him that makes the seven stars and Orion, and turns the shadow of death into the morning, and makes the day dark with night: that calls for the waters of the sea, and pours them out on the face of the earth: The LORD is his name: Torrey's Topical Textbook Amos 8:9 Library Sovereignty of God in Administration Tenth Day. Holiness and Separation. "The Kingdom of God is at Hand" All Saints' Day, or St Ursula's Day The Redeemer's Return is Necessitated by the Present Degradation ... Prayer and Trouble Called to Reach a Higher Standard Dwight -- the Sovereignty of God Sermon for St. Peter's Day Six Facts Underlying Prayer. Resources What is the Sabbath day? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is Seventh-day Adventism (SDA), and what do Seventh-day Adventists believe? | GotQuestions.org What is the Lord's day? | GotQuestions.org Day: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Gladness Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Good Tidings Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day Which the Lord Has Made Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Good Day Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Solemn Day Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Adversity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Anger Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Calamity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Darkness Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Destruction Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Evil Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Slaughter Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of The Lord Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Trouble Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Vengeance Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Visitation Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Wrath Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of God's Power Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Redemption Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Salvation Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Visitation Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Break of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Decline of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Evening Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Morning Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Noon Day: Artificial, the Time of the Sun's Continuance Above The Day: Day's Journey, Eighteen or Twenty Miles Day: Divided Into Twelve Hours Day: Judgment: A Figure of Spiritual Illumination Day: Judgment: Called the Day of the Lord Day: Later Subdivided Into Twelve Hours Day: Made for the Glory of God Day: Natural, from Evening to Evening Day: Proclaims the Glory of God Day: Sabbath Day's Journey, About Two-Thousand Paces Day: Six Working Days Ordained Day: Sometimes Divided Into Four Parts Day: Succession of, Secured by Covenant Day: Th Sixth Day of the Week Called Preparation Day Day: The First Day of the Week Called the Lord's Day Day: Time of, Ascertained by the Dial Day: Times of Adversity Called Day of the Lord Related Terms Preparation-day (1 Occurrence) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) Kibrothhattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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