Resources on God's Oneness

Topical Study on God's Oneness God's oneness in Scripture and Christian tradition consists especially of three things: there is "one God, the Father" (1 Cor. 8:6); there is fourth-gospel oneness exhibited by the Father and the Son who are "in" each other and "one" with each other (John 17:20-22), united by their mutual will, work,...

Bible Study: Compassion, God's Oneness, Planting and Harvesting, and Trusting God Commentary/Exegesis by Broderick Greer https://www.episcopalchurch.org/bible-study/bible-study-proper-9-c-2013 Commentary/Exegesis by Broderick Greer Topics: Creation , Study , Cross , Trust Source: Sermons That Work With themes on compassion, God's oneness, planting and harvesting, and trusting God, this Bible study resource gives passages that include commentary and questions (2 Kings 5:1-14, Psalm 30, Galatians 6:7-16, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20).

God Wills Harmony Element of Worship by Joan Stott http://www.thetimelesspsalms.net/w_resources/pentecost9[20]a_2011.htm Element of Worship by Joan Stott Topics: Blessing , God's Will , Community , Relationship Source: The Timeless Psalms Joan Stott offers a call to worship, prayers of thankfulness and praise, and a personal meditation on Psalm 133, reflecting on God's will that we live in harmony and calling us to bless others.

God’s Longsuffering: An Appeal to the Conscience Sermon (Complete) by Charles H Spurgeon https://www.spurgeon.org/resource-library/sermons/gods-longsuffering-an-appeal-to-conscience Sermon (Complete) by Charles H Spurgeon Topics: Sin , Salvation , God's Will , Providence Source: The Spurgeon Center In this sermon on 2 Peter 3:15, Charles Spurgeon preaches about the longsuferring of God and the role God's patience and providence plays in salvation.

God's Spirit in Us Sermon Starter/Outline by Frank L Crouch https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/pentecost-gifts-of-the-spirit-2/commentary-on-acts-21-4-galatians-41-7 Sermon Starter/Outline by Frank L Crouch Topics: God's oneness , Pentecost , Slavery , The Power of God Source: Working Preacher Whether we're the subjects of those stories or people hearing about others, God’s Spirit rests upon us, enters our hearts, and empowers us to do what we didn’t know we could do for others or ourselves....

God’s “Of Course” Commentary/Exegesis by Sara Koenig https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-16-3/commentary-on-genesis-181-10a-3 Commentary/Exegesis by Sara Koenig Topics: God's oneness , Hospitality , Visitors , Grace of God Source: Working Preacher Sara Koenig, in her commentary on Genesis 18:1-10, reflects on Abraham's hospitality toward God and what it teaches about God's grace that goes beyond the transactional. All of our 'ifs' are met with God's 'of course'.

Faithfulness, God's Love, Christ-likeness, and Priorities Study Guide by Lindsey Ardrey https://www.episcopalchurch.org/bible-study/bible-study-proper-13-c-2019 Study Guide by Lindsey Ardrey Topics: God's oneness , Kindness , Greed , God's Love Source: Sermons That Work This Bible study on Psalm 107:1-9, 43; Hosea 11:1-11; Luke 12:13-21; Colossians 3:1-11 includes commentary and discussion questions focusing on faithfulness, God's steadfast love, being like Christ, and having the right priorities.

In God’s Name Children's Sermon by Amanda North http://storypath.upsem.edu/in-gods-name/ Children's Sermon by Amanda North Topics: God's oneness , Names , Knowledge of God , Diversity Source: Storypath A book review, written by Amanda North, of the children's book In God's Name. North summarizes the book and notes its exploration of the different names for God, adding theological connections and "faith talk" questions.

Do Not Forget All of God’s Blessings Sermon Starter/Outline by Adam Hearlson https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-21-3/commentary-on-psalm-1031-8-2 Sermon Starter/Outline by Adam Hearlson Topics: God's oneness , God , Church , God's Will Source: Working Preacher Between the cry of thanksgiving and the introduction of the heavenly resume, Psalm 103 lifts up a warning: Do not forget all of God’s blessings.

Exploring "Life Source One: God's Spoken Word" Image by Heidi Salzwedel https://www.artway.eu/content.php?id=2398&lang=en&action=show Image by Heidi Salzwedel Topics: God , Art , Word of God , Creation Source: ArtWay These mezzotint monotype prints by Carmen Maria Titus depict the creation story from Genesis 1:1-10. Heidi Salzwedel's supplementary article discusses how Titus' art emphasizes the importance of God's Word and order in creation.

Prayer and the Darkness of God Article by Denys Turner https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/we-dont-know-what-god-is/ Article by Denys Turner Topics: Prayer , Trinity , Mystery , Knowledge of God Source: Church Life Journal Denys Turner examines Thomas Aquinas' discourse on the darkness and unknowability of God, explaining how the way of the cross helps us enter into God's darkness and connecting these concepts to the practice of prayer.

God's Uniqueness and Faithful Presence Element of Worship by Christine Longhurst https://re-worship.blogspot.com/2011/07/opening-prayer-psalm-105.html Element of Worship by Christine Longhurst Topics: God's oneness , Prayer , God's Presence , Worship Planning Source: Re-Worship This is an opening prayer inspired by Psalm 105:1-11 that focuses on God's uniqueness and faithful presence.

God: Of All, Over All, Through All and In All Devotional by Mark D Roberts https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/oneness-and-allness-god-part-2 Devotional by Mark D Roberts Topics: Vocation , Abraham Kuyper , Creation Source: Theology of Work: The High Calling A devotional based on Paul's words from Ephesians 4. The application is to our entire lives, as we seek to live God's purposes everywhere.

Reflecting God's Gift Sermon Starter/Outline by Susan Hylen https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-18-2/commentary-on-ephesians-41-16-2 Sermon Starter/Outline by Susan Hylen Topics: Church , Unity , Reconciliation , Body of Christ Source: Working Preacher This commentary on Ephesians 4:1-16 focuses on the theological rationale for the behavior that is required of the church, suggesting that the unity of the church is a reflection of God's gift of reconciliation in Christ.

God and the Principle of Non-contradiction Article by Ron Rolheiser https://grandinmedia.ca/rolheiser-god-and-the-principle-of-non-contradiction/ Article by Ron Rolheiser Topics: God's oneness , Lying Source: Grandin Media God is One! That means that there is no internal contradiction within God and that assures us that there is no internal contradiction possible within the structure of reality and within a sane mind.

Our God Sings Peace to Us Service Outline by Thom M Shuman https://lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com/2019/07/alternate-texts-liturgy-for-july-7-2019.html Service Outline by Thom M Shuman Topics: Peace , Community , Comfort , Patience Source: Lectionary Liturgies A liturgy created by Thom M. Shuman for a service based on Isaiah 66:10-14, Psalm 66:1-9, Galatians 6:1-17, and Luke 10:1-11, 16-20. Includes multiple congregational prayers focused on God's abundant mercy.

God's Gift of the Law Commentary/Exegesis by Kathryn M Schifferdecker https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/law/commentary-on-deuteronomy-51-22-64-9 Commentary/Exegesis by Kathryn M Schifferdecker Topics: Ten Commandments , Law , Shema , Covenant Source: Working Preacher Focusing on Law, Kathryn M. Schifferdecker's commentary discusses the Ten Commandments (Deuteronomy 5:1-22) and the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). God presents all generations with the covenant Law as a gift for living life with God and others....

Continuing God's Story: A Wedding Ceremony Service Outline https://www.reformedworship.org/article/march-2014/continuing-gods-story Service Outline Topics: Wedding , Marriage , Creation , Fall Source: Reformed Worship This wedding liturgy sets the bride and groom's story in the context of God's story. The ceremony outline includes estimated times for each element of the service.

God is One (of heart) Article https://blog.reformedjournal.com/2016/09/10/god-is-one-of-heart/ Article Topics: Culture , Love , God's Love , God's Will Source: The Twelve We are continually challenged to refocus ourselves, to love God with everything instead of loving everything rather than God. This struggle is reflected as far back as Moses and his call to Israel in the Shema,...

You Are a People Element of Worship by Joanna Harader https://togetherinworship.net/ResourceView/82/22807 Element of Worship by Joanna Harader Topics: God's Mercy , Unity , Identity , CHILDREN OF GOD Source: Together in Worship Joanna Harader offers a benediction that reminds hearers of their identity and oneness. Having "received mercy" we are sent out into our lives.

Square Pegs and Round Holes, Seeking Oneness in God's Creation Sermon (Complete) by Angela L Ying http://day1.org/779-square_pegs_and_round_holes_seeking_oneness_in_gods_creation Sermon (Complete) by Angela L Ying Topics: Love , God's Love , Ruth Source: Day1 Angela L. Ying shares her thoughts on what it takes to genuinely love someone. We can love another person when we know who we are—beloved of God.