1. Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

2. The Glory and Majesty of God, Part 2 Selected Scriptures
Reverence in worship within the church in America has been declining for decades
Every problem of man is ultimately theological in its foundation
A correct understanding of the glory and majesty of God restores reverence in worship

3. The Glory and Majesty of God, Part 2 Selected Scriptures
We are here to proclaim God’s word and humbly worship Him - not tickle the ears of people

4. Review
Majesty refers to that which is impressive in beauty, scale or dignity
Glory refers to high renown / honor won by notable achievements & what is magnificent or of great beauty
God is majestic and glorious in every dimension - as Creator and in all His attributes

5. Review
God’s glory and majesty begin with the fact that He is the Creator - and did it as He said
Evolution is contrary to the established laws of physics - use our links to find sites dedicated to this topic
The issue of Creation is important because truth itself is important

6. Review
Genesis is foundational with many other Biblical writers affirming it - if it is wrong, they are also wrong
This includes Moses, various Psalmists, Solomon, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Nehemiah, John, Peter, Paul and Jesus

7. Worship the Creator
God as creator is a common theme in both older hymns and recent spiritual songs for they reflect the Bible
Psalm 95 - a call to worship God, our Creator, and a warning of being stubborn
Psalm an invitation to come worship the Lord because He is our maker

8. Worship the Creator
Job records the understanding of the wisdom of the patriarchs
Job’s response to horrendous loss of his wealth and children was to fall to the ground and worship God
Job maintained his integrity despite his wife’s bad advice and the false accusations of his friends

9. Worship the Creator
Job had a correct understanding of God as his maker which enabled him to have hope and seek God
Isaiah expresses the hope of future redemption founded in God as the sovereign Creator
God’s promises concerning Cyrus are based in the fact He is the sovereign Creator

10. Worship the Creator
It is foolish to quarrel with your Maker who determines the future – Isa. 55:9-22
His invitation & warning in Isa. 45:23-25 are as true today as they were then
Our hope for future redemption is founded on God being the Creator, a faithful communicator, & sovereign

11. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job
God points to the works of His creation to demonstrate His majesty and glory
Job did not know why he was suffering but he still hoped in God and wanted to present his case to Him
Job wants his sins & rebellion to be revealed, but God only mentions Job’s ignorance & fault finding

12. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job
God’s answer to Job matches Isaiah 45:9 & Romans 9: the potter can do what He wants with His clay
From Job 1 & 2 we know he was eventually told about Satan’s role in his suffering, but not until later

13. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job
God responds to Job by pointing out various aspects of Creation - which results in Job’s repentance
Romans 1: God has made Himself evident to men through Creation

14. Job 38: 4-11 - The First & Third days of Creation
Waters / land separated
Light Dark

15. Job 38:12-18 - God points out The Dawn Gates of death Expanse of earth
Springs of the sea
The Dawn
Gates of death
Expanse of earth

16. Job 38:31-33 – God points out the stars
Pleiades
Orion
Bear

17. Job 38:22-30, – Weather

18. Job 38:39-39:30 – Various animals

19. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job 40
Behemoth
is not a hippo

20. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job 40
Behemoth fits a sauropod description

21. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job 41
is not a whale or crocodile
Leviathan

22. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job 41
Leviathan – a semi-aquatic dinosaur

23. The Majesty and Glory of God in Creation Job 41
Leviathan – ancient dragon legends
Coat of Arms of Wurmannsquick
St. George & the Dragon →
Halifax Sea Serpent,
1825
Marco Polo’s Book of Marvels, 1410

24. Conclusion
These aspects of Creation call us to be careful to give God the reverent worship that is due Him

25. Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ