Job 9:8

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Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of the sea.

What this passage establishes

Job says God alone spreads out the heavens and treads the sea.

Why it matters in the argument

Scripture says God created alone, then the New Testament places creation in Christ. The identity claim is stronger than merely saying Jesus assisted another Creator.

Apostolic connection

Because the LORD says He created by Himself, New Testament creation passages reveal Jesus within the identity of the one Creator.

Common misunderstanding

Language such as ‘by’ or ‘through’ does not require a second creator beside God; Scripture also describes God creating by His word, wisdom, power, and will.

How to use it in conversation

Pair an Old Testament ‘created alone’ passage with a New Testament passage that attributes creation to Christ.

Scripture connections

See which passages advance, clarify, or answer the argument