When we worship God, we’re reminding ourselves that God is bigger and better than anything sin offers.
– Tim Chester in You Can Change
Tag: God
Q&A#4: Questions & Project
Q/A#4
Q: What are some further attributes of God?
A: God is eternal, self-existent, self-sufficient, and unchanging, full of glory and beauty.
Memory Verses
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.
– Psalm 90:2
Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.
– Psalm 96:6
Further Supporting Verses
For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself.
– John 5:26
The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mankind life and breath and everything.
– Acts 17:24-25
For I the Lord do not change; therefore you, O children of Jacob, are not consumed.
– Malachi 3:6
I am the Lord; that is my name; my glory I give to no other, nor my praise to carved idols.
– Isaiah 42:8
Reflection/Discussion Questions
How is God different than us? What would be some proper responses to these attributes and verses?
How has our self-sufficient God provided for your needs recently?
Think about God’s many attributes. Why is it a good thing that God doesn’t change?
Project
Look for reflections of God’s glory & beauty around you.
Q&A#4: More Verses
Q/A#4
Q: What are some further attributes of God?
A: God is eternal, self-existent, self-sufficient, and unchanging, full of glory and beauty.
Memory Verses
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.
– Psalm 90:2
Splendor and majesty are before him;
strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.
– Psalm 96:6
Further Supporting Verses
For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself. – John 5:26
The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mankind life and breath and everything.
– Acts 17:24-25
For I the Lord do not change; therefore you, O children of Jacob, are not consumed.
– Malachi 3:6
I am the Lord; that is my name; my glory I give to no other,
nor my praise to carved idols.
– Isaiah 42:8
Q&A#4: Our Great God
Q/A#4
Q: What are some further attributes of God?
A: God is eternal, self-existent, self-sufficient, and unchanging, full of glory and beauty.
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.
– Psalm 90:2 (ESV)
Splendor and majesty are before him;
strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.
– Psalm 96:6 (ESV)
Passion Points
Here are some good posts for your weekend reading:
He Will Restore Your Soul – Jon Bloom (DG)
Do you feel forsaken by God? Jesus understands. He truly understands more than you know. We can feel forsaken by God; Jesus was forsaken by God. We feel lonely; Jesus was, for a horrible moment, truly alone. As our Great High Priest, he is able to sympathize with us in all our weaknesses….
The Easiest Sin to Justify – Tim Challies
When we sin in anger, we tend to absolve ourselves of blame by pleading the circumstances around the anger….
One Simple Thought On MLK Day – Kevin DeYoung
Just one thought, and it is this: every human being—regardless of color, nationality, economic status, or intellect—has been created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect.
4 Practical Threats to the Church Today – Jared Longshore (Founders)
If I were the devil, I would get Christians separated. I would convince them that one hour a week is plenty of time for them to spend together.
Hope you have a great Lord’s Day with your local church worshiping our glorious God!
Classic Quote
Every creature under heaven reflects some aspect of God’s goodness. The whole world is a map to represent and a herald to proclaim this wondrous perfection of God.
– Thomas Boston
Q&A#3 Reflections: God is Spirit and Present Everywhere
Q/A#3
Q: What more can we know about God?
A: God is a spirit, present everywhere, and reigning with perfect power, knowledge, wisdom, and goodness.
O Lord, God of our fathers, are you not God in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. In your hand are power and might, so that none is able to withstand you. – II Chronicles 20:6
Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind! – Psalm 31:19
Verses for Further Reflection
God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.
– John 4:24
Am I a God at hand, declares the Lord, and not a God far away? Can a man hide himself in secret places so that I cannot see him? declares the Lord. Do I not fill heaven and earth? declares the Lord.
– Jeremiah 23:23-24
Where shall I go from your Spirit?
Or where shall I flee from your presence?
If I ascend to heaven, you are there!
If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there!
If I take the wings of the morning
and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,
even there your hand shall lead me,
and your right hand shall hold me.
– Psalm 139:7-10
Discussion Questions Related to the Verses
How must we worship, and why?
What does it look like to worship in this way?
What practical benefit do we find in God’s omnipresence?
How might God’s presence help us find peace in our trials?
God Is Better
The invitation of the Bible is not to dreary abstinence. It’s a call to find in God that which truly satisfies. It’s believing that we find lasting fulfillment, satisfaction, joy, and identity in knowing God, and nowhere else. Whatever sin offers, God offers more, for God offers us himself. God isn’t just good, he’s better – better than everything else – and the true source of all joy.
– Tim Chester in You Can Change
Classic Quote
All creatures continually live upon the generosity of God; He maintains the whole creation through His mere goodness. And every good thing that is enjoyed is a part of his generosity.
– Jonathan Edwards
Q&A#3: Our God Reigns
Q/A#3
Q: What more can we know about God?
A: God is a spirit, present everywhere, and reigning with perfect power, knowledge, wisdom, and goodness.
O Lord, God of our fathers, are you not God in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. In your hand are power and might, so that none is able to withstand you.
– II Chronicles 20:6 (ESV)
Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind!
– Psalm 31:19 (ESV)
Brian J. Mikul 