SERMON OUTLINE
I.  God is Exclusively God, Incomparably God, as he is Creator of Heaven and Earth (Isa 40:21-26)

            A. As Creator of all, God is Independent of all

            B. As Creator of all, God is rightful Owner of all

            C. Application:  Humility and Dependence before  the God who has all, needs nothing, and owns everything.

II. God is Exclusively God, Incomparably God, as he is Redeemer of his Chosen People (Isa 43:1-7)

            A. As Redeemer of his people, God is rightful Owner of them

            B. As Redeemer of his people, God demonstrates his selecting and  particular love for them

            C. Application: Trust and Confidence before the God who has shown such love, commitment, grace, kindness, forgiveness, and favor

III. God is Exclusively God, Incomparably God, as he  is Sovereign Ruler over Good and Evil (Isa. 44:24-45:7)

            A. As Sovereign Ruler, God reigns over Nature and Nations

            B. As Sovereign Ruler, God reigns over Good and  Evil

            C. Application:  Hope and Strength before the God  who ordains all,    meticulously controls all, and wisely works all things to accomplish his good purposes, as he alone knows is best.

Application Questions for Bruce Ware's Message on November 1

1. How has your view of God expanded as a result of this teaching?
2. Think back over the past week. Where were you tempted to pride? To self-sufficiency? How does a deep understanding of God as Creator help you fight against these temptations and grow in humility and dependence on him?
3. As Creator, God owns all that he has made. God has absolute rights over everything we are and everything we have. What is one thing in your life over which you are most reluctant to recognize God's right of ownership? What holds you back from giving this fully to God?
4. What does it mean that, as believers, we are "twice owned people"? How does knowing of God's particular love for you help you when you are tempted to discouragement?
5. Is there any situation in your life right now that seems "out of control"? What would it look like to trust in God's sovereignty in this situation?