Read Psalm 96: 1-5; Acts 17:24
In this passage (and many others) the writer argues for monotheism. Not only does the Psalmist extol the virtues of the one true and living God, in this passage, he also emasculates polytheism when he writes, “For all the gods of the people are worthless idols, but the Lord made the heavens” (Psalm 96:5). The contrast presented here is between the creator and the created. Idols are created in the heart, or by the hand of a human, and in the end are not able to do anything. They sit wherever they are placed. But in Acts 17:24, Luke declares that God made the world and everything in it.
This week’s lesson focuses on monotheism as a religious framework and examines Judaism and Islam as examples of monotheism. While these are both considered to be monotheistic religions (as is Christianity), they are dramatically different systems of belief. In preparation for this week’s lesson, give some thought to the biblical idea that there is only one true God.
After careful reflection of the questions above, please answer these questions in paragraph form.
- Using at least 2 paragraphs, describe your thoughts on the idea of a one, true God. How is He able to care for the world He created?
- With everything that He is managing, how can God still love me (Gal. 2:20)?
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