How do we know creation out of nothing is true?

The doctrine of creation out of nothing is crucial to Reformed theology, as it emphasizes God’s sovereign power in bringing the universe into existence. Hebrews 11:3 states, 'By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God,' indicating that God spoke all things into being from nothing. This reinforces His eternal nature, as nothing can produce itself; thus, creation must originate from an external will, namely God's. This foundational truth helps establish the integrity of the Scriptures.