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Names Of God
Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022 (message contributor)
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1. Elohim: The God Of Dna, Galaxies, Nature, & The Higgs-Boson Particle
Contributed on Jul 20, 2022
Throughout the scriptures God invites us to inquire of Him and learn about Him. That is really the main goal of God on Earth, is that we would turn to Him, and be curious about Him, and seek to know Him, and then understand how to know Him
Throughout the scriptures God invites us to inquire of Him and learn about Him. That is really the main goal of God on Earth, is that we would turn to Him, and be curious about Him, and seek to know Him, and then understand how to know Him, then to enter into His presence, and receive a new ...read more
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2. Jehovah, The God Who Is Infinite, Just, & Judge
Contributed on Jul 20, 2022
Today we talk about the name of God found most often in the Old Testament, that is the name Jehovah. There is a lot of rich meaning within the name of God Jehovah. The Hebrew word for Jehovah derives from the Hebrew word for “being” or “to be.”
Today we talk about the name of God found most often in the Old Testament, that is the name Jehovah. There is a lot of rich meaning within the name of God Jehovah. The Hebrew word for Jehovah derives from the Hebrew word for “being” or “to be.” It’s also virtually identical to the Hebrew word for ...read more
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3. Names Of God: Adonai, God Our Master And Owner
Contributed on Aug 1, 2022
The name Adonai occurs about 300 times in the Old Testament. Every time it’s used it’s written as a possessive plural form. So it could actually be read as “my Lords” which reminds us that God is a trinity, of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
"Servant" in our English New Testament usually represents the Greek doulos (bondslave). Sometimes it means diakonos (deacon or minister); this is strictly accurate, for doulos and diakonos are synonyms. Both words denote a man who is not at his own disposal, but is his master's ...read more
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4. Names Of God: El Shaddai, The God Who Gives From His Own Abundance
Contributed on Aug 1, 2022
Do you believe that God is faithful? Do you believe that he will work all things out? Because he certainly will. He is our provider. And from his bounty, we are fed. But many times in life we try to feed ourselves from our own bounty, as we wait on God’s promises to come true.
"Roger Simms, hitchhiking his way home, would never forget the date--May 7. His heavy suitcase made Roger tired. He was anxious to take off his army uniform once and for all. Flashing the hitchhiking sign to the oncoming car, he lost hope when he saw it was a black, sleek, new Cadillac. To his ...read more
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5. Names Of God: Jehovah-Jireh, The God Who Provides
Contributed on Aug 8, 2022
Your worst nightmare.. what is it? The worst possible thing that could happen to you? What would it be like? Worst case scenario… it’s a scary thought. For Abraham, his worst case scenario had come, when he thought he was going to lose his only son, Isaac.
Your worst nightmare.. what is it? The worst possible thing that could happen to you? What would it be like? Worst case scenario… it’s a scary thought. For Abraham, his worst case scenario had come, when he thought he was going to lose his only son, Isaac. As he walked up the hill of Moriah, every ...read more
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6. Names Of God: Jehovah-Rophe, God Our Healer In The Bitter Waters Of The Wilderness
Contributed on Aug 17, 2022
Then Moses led the people of Israel away from the Red Sea, and they moved out into the desert of Shur. They traveled in this desert for three days without finding any water. 23 When they came to the oasis of Marah, the water was too bitter to drink.
"Then Moses led the people of Israel away from the Red Sea, and they moved out into the desert of Shur. They traveled in this desert for three days without finding any water. 23 When they came to the oasis of Marah, the water was too bitter to drink. So they called the place Marah (which means ...read more
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7. Names Of God: Jehovah-Nissi, God Our Banner On The Battlefields Of Life
Contributed on Aug 22, 2022
Israel had escaped slavery in Egypt. An entire nation now traveling through the wilderness to their new home. They were led by God himself, working through Moses.
Israel had escaped slavery in Egypt. An entire nation now traveling through the wilderness to their new home. They were led by God himself, working through Moses. It was a difficult journey. And God was observing their every move to see how they would respond to the tests and challenges he gave to ...read more
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8. Jehovah M'kaddesh: God Who Sanctifies You
Contributed on Aug 28, 2022
When a person becomes a Christian, he usually undergoes some radical life changes, especially if he has had an immoral background.
“When a person becomes a Christian, he usually undergoes some radical life changes, especially if he has had an immoral background. Through the first steps of spiritual growth and self-denial, he gets rid of the large, obvious sins. But sad to say, many believers stop there. They don't go on to ...read more
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9. Jehovah Shalom: The God Of Peace In The Dangers
Contributed on Sep 12, 2022
If you go on Youtube or other streaming services, you can find livestreams from nature centers. Something I like to do is watch live streams of eagles
If you go on Youtube or other streaming services, you can find livestreams from nature centers. Something I like to do is watch live streams of eagles. The nature preserve will set up cameras pointed at the nest, and you can just watch the birds hanging out. And last night I put on the livestream ...read more
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10. Jehovah-Tsidkenu, God Our Righteousness
Contributed on Oct 10, 2022
God says, “I have done it myself.” Instead of striving to do good deeds, to climb the walls of the pit to escape from sin, we must recognize our own inability. “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23).
What does it feel like to be in God’s presence? Have you ever felt his presence in a moment in time? It’s royal, God’s presence. Like royalty is present. It’s soft, like a whisper. It’s like a cloud comes over you, a cloud of God’s presence. It’s like the moment in time slows down. You become ...read more
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11. Jehovah-Rohi, God Our Shepherd
Contributed on Oct 10, 2022
David must’ve looked back on his life at a ripe old age, and looked back at all the ups and downs of his life, from being the youngest son of the family, while his brothers fought in the army, he was left alone to watch over the sheep.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close ...read more
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12. Jehovah-Shammah, God Who Is There
Contributed on Oct 17, 2022
In the beginning God made the universe, the heavenly reality, and the planet Earth. God was there, and it was so good.
In the beginning God made the universe, the heavenly reality, and the planet Earth. God was there, and it was so good. God made the human race, Adam and Eve, the first humans. God dwelled with them. In the garden of Eden, God was there. And it was good, so good beyond words. Beyond what we could ...read more