Theme: Other gods

Exegetical Note
The commandments of the so-called "First Table," i.e., those dealing directly with God (vv. 2-4) actually reflect, not monotheism, but henotheism, i.e., the allegiance to one god without denying the existence of others, in this case the nature gods of the agricultural peoples with whom the Israelites came into contact. Far from reflecting a dated problem, however, the injunctions remind modern people of the many god-like concerns that claim ultimate allegiance.

Call to Worship
(based on Psalm 19)
Leader: The heavens declare God's glory!
People: THE FIRMAMENT PROCLAIMS GOD'S HANDIWORK!
Leader: If days and nights we poured forth words,
People: OUR TONGUES WOULD FAIL TO TELL OF GOD'S GRANDEUR! 

Collect
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