“Blessing” in Genesis 1 comes from the Hebrew word “barak,” meaning to kneel, praise, or empower with favour. In the blog ‘Was Good: Loving This Day,’ we explore the creation story not as a timeline debate, but as a guide to creativity, self-recognition, and inner value. Becoming Maverick means knowing that your progress—even unfinished—is already good.

It Was Good: Loving This Day

Regardless of your beliefs about God or your views on the timeline of creation, Genesis chapter one contains a powerful narrative filled with timeless wisdom. While theologians speak of a 6,000-year-old earth and scientists present a much longer timeline, this debate often becomes a distraction. What truly matters is the spirit of the story — and the Creator's attitude toward His work.

Whether you're building a business, writing a book, developing a website, or simply shaping your life, Genesis 1 offers a pattern and a mindset worth studying. One detail that stood out to me recently is this: after each stage of creation, God looked at what He had made and declared, “It was good.” And when He created humankind, He said, “It was very good.”

This practice of pausing, observing, and affirming progress holds deep meaning. It tells us that it's not only okay—it's wise—to stop and appreciate the work you've done so far. You may not be finished, and you may be far from your goal, but it is good. Give yourself that encouragement, especially when no one else sees what you’ve poured into your vision.

When God created Adam and Eve, they had no money, no wardrobe, and no worldly status—yet He blessed them. This reveals something profound: blessing is not about material wealth. You are not blessed because of what you own, but because of who you are. You are the blessing. Your life, your gifts, your presence—these are answers to someone’s prayer.

This truth must be believed aggressively: your value is within you. Unleash it with confidence and purpose.

Maverick, be encouraged. The journey of becoming who you were made to be is not always easy. It can be lonely. But remember: “The end of a thing is better than its beginning.” (Ecclesiastes 7:8) And don’t long for the “good old days.” As Ecclesiastes 7:10 says, “It is not wise to ask, ‘Why were the old days better than these?’”

You are not done yet. You are still being formed. And already—it is good.

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