Why does god create?

Answer 1

Because he wanted to. As long as we're in this mortal life, it's hard for us to comprehend.

Answer 2

Why do humans respond emotionally to beautiful sights? And why are painters, sculptors, or musicians motivated emotionally (even beyond monetary need) - to create works of beauty? We are created in the image of God (Genesis ch.5), and God himself is a master artist, who (we intuit) enjoys beauty and has made this beautiful world (see Genesis 1:31). The best human efforts to create beauty are a pale reflection of God's own designs. We respond to them because we are made in the Creator's image.

God made the Earth for people: "He did not create [the earth] simply for nothing," but "formed it to be inhabited" (Isaiah 45:18). He wanted people to exist in order to have someone to love, and to give us an opportunity to achieve godliness. All people are tested concerning their use of free-will. We possess a soul which lives on after the body dies and is held responsible for the person's actions. Anyone who is worthy can merit reward in the afterlife. When the righteous use their free-will to obey God despite His being hidden, they have shown that they deserve His love. Their reward will never cease. But even the undeserving are given the kindness of life in this world, and the lifelong ability to draw near to Him.

Answer 2

From a Christian standpoint, God made the Universe, everything comes from the Universe (Galaxies, Stars, Planets, etc), hence God made everything. There is a problem when we think about suffering (AIDS, cancer, crime, poverty, etc)...how could God make that....well...he didn't. Everything that is considered true suffering is a mutation of creation which started with the fall at Eden. Since the fall, we have been living in a deteriating world. Biblically, when the Devil (mutation) tries to get God to cause suffering, God only lowered Job's "hedge" and let the Devil do his work. God can't do any sin...it is the enemy that works in the world by directly causing and directly influencing people to cause suffering.

Answer 3

I don't presume to know God's reasons for things that happened long before I was born. I also have trust issues with people who claim they do know.

It is here and I am fortunate enough to be part of the show. Beyond that, I think I'll just let the mystery be.

Answer 4

Why do humans respond emotionally to beautiful sights? And why are painters, sculptors, or musicians motivated emotionally (even beyond monetary need) - to create works of beauty? We are created in the image of God (Genesis ch.5), and God himself is a master artist, who (we intuit) enjoys beauty and has made this beautiful world (see Genesis 1:31). The best human efforts to create beauty are a pale reflection of God's own designs. We respond to them because we are made in the Creator's image.
God made the Earth for people: "He did not create [the earth] simply for nothing," but "formed it to be inhabited" (Isaiah 45:18). He wanted people to exist in order to have someone to love, and to give us an opportunity to achieve godliness.

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Answer 5

Everything God does is motivated by love. God is love.