Last Sunday began our corporate theological discernment around the core questions of Christianity. The question of the week is "Who is God?" Half the congregation spent five minutes brainstorming what the Bible has to say on the topic while the other half of the congregation considered the tradition (mainly the BCP including historical documents, and the hymnal). Then together we shared what our reason and experience tells us. Here are our lists:
Who Is God: Scripture
Creator
Ruler of the Universe
Jealous
Governor
Judge
Wisdom
Love
Offers a covenant
In relationship with us/world
King Eternal
Omniscience-Omnipotent
Invisible
Unknowable
Holy
Almighty
Merciful
Alpha and Omega
Righteous
Forgiving
Shield and sword
Servant
I AM
Yahweh
Elohim
Triune
Who Is God: Tradition
Love
Father Almighty
Creator of Heaven and Earth
Maker of all things, visible and invisible
King of Peace
One
Living
True
Everlasting
Without body, parts, or passion
Infinite in power
Infinite in wisdom
Infinite in goodness
Ground of Existence
God knows us personally
God searches and years for us personally
I AM
Patient
Shield and defender
Incomprehensible
Holy Name is everywhere
Shepherd
Light and Salvation
Who Is God: Reason/Tradition
Beautiful
Comfort
Compassionate
Passionate
My husband
Patient
Provider
Enormous
Knowing
Accessible
Giver of freedom
Everywhere
Unseen artist
Likes to be appreciated
Incomprehensible/unknowable
Completely rational
Serenity (both is serenity and gives serenity)
Safety
I was pleased with the work we did during the sermon time. These lists are great! Do you see anything we've missed? What would you add?
Next week, we'll focus on "Who is Jesus Christ?" stay tuned.
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