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God of the Bible

God of the Bible is a five week study designed for small groups to explore expansive language- the names, images and ways God has been revealed to us in Scripture. Exploring both common and less known passages, this study challenges participants to strengthen their personal relationship with God by removing barriers of human limitations from our understanding of who God is. The addendum includes sermon ideas, hymns and reading lists to further your personal study and to develop worship utilizing expansive language. Finally, there is a list of nonsexist names for God.

Utilize online resource at GCSRW.org/GodoftheBible

God of the Bible is also available to download in PDF format:

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