The Hebrew word, “Bereshith" is the first word of the book of Genesis. Roughly translated, it means, “In the Beginning.” The book of Genesis contains ancient origin stories revealing wisdom about what it means to be human and how God fits into the picture. Genesis 1 tells us that from the beginning, God made creation to be very good and we are made in the image of God. The garden story of Genesis 2 engages the intimate ways God initially shaped humanity and all creation into harmonious relationships.  We learn that it is not good to be alone. We are given responsibility to care for this earth and one another. Both stories of creation speak of the ways in which God brings life out of chaos. As you read these origin stories about creation and humanity this week, reflect on your own origin story. How is God still at work creating goodness out of chaos in your own life?