The Names Of God In The Bible - Part 2 - Pursuing Intimacy With God
The Names Of God In The Bible – Part 2
In Part 1 of The Names Of God In The Bible we began to look at some of the many names of God. Names in the Bible, especially in the Old Testament were significant. Names indicated certain character traits of a person.
There are many names of God in the Bible, especially in the Old Testament. Below we will continue to learn the names of God and how each name describes a specific character trait of God. It is good to learn the names of God, as it will help to learn the great character traits of our Lord God.
The Names Of God In The Bible
More Names Of God And Their Meanings
Yahweh-Ghmolah
The God of Recompense. The Lord says in Romans 12 “vengeance is mine, I will repay.” We should never avenge others for what they do to us, but leave it in God’s hands.
Jeremiah 51:6
Jehovah
The ever revealing One. God reveals Himself as your personal God. He is always the same.
Psalm 103:47, 139:1-18; Isaiah 45:21, Zechariah 13:9, Proverbs 1:7-9
Elohim
God is creator, powerful and mighty, the Lord of lords. He is the Lord Most High, stronger and more powerful than anyone or anything.
Genesis 1:1, 17:7, Psalm 19:1 Jeremiah 31:33
The Names Of God In The Bible
El-Elyon
The most high God. Do not fear the enemy who tries to defeat you. Know that your God is the Most High God. There is none above Him. Jesus Christ is exalted high above every name.
Genesis 14:17-20, Deuteronomy 26:19, Isaiah 14:13-14
El-Gibhor
Mighty God. The Lord is mighty to save. His arm is not too short. Whatever problem you are facing know that your God is El-Gibhor, MIGHTY!
Isaiah 9:6
El-Olam
The everlasting God. God is eternal, while your problems are temporary. His love will never change. His promises are true. Build on Him, who is eternal and do not focus on your temporary situations. He will show you His great and eternal goodness.
Isaiah 40:28-31
More Names Of God In The Bible
El-Roi
The strong one who sees. When you feel lonely and abandoned by people, know that God is with you. He sees you and He knows you. God hears the cry of your heart and He loves you more than you can imagine. He will lead you through and fill your hear with His praise.
Genesis 16:13
El-Shaddai-Rohi
God Almighty, the mighty One of Jacob. God is not just another ‘god’ like the many of man’s idols. He truly is the Almighty Creator of heaven and earth.
Gen. 17:1, 49:24; Psalm 91:1, 132:2, 5
El-Chuwl
God is our Creator and our Father. He saw us and He loved us, even before we were born. He has a plan for your life and if you walk with Him, He will fulfill His dreams over your life and amaze you.
Psalm 139:13-18
The Names Of God In The Bible
El-Deah
God of knowledge. Wisdom comes from the Lord. Man tries to become wise apart from God but ends up in foolishness. When we fear God and keep His commandments we will know Him as He is and His wisdom will guide us.
1 Samuel 2:3; Romans 11:33-36; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
Attiyq Youm
The Ancient of Days. God is eternal. He was before the beginning of time. Therefore He has all authority over everything and everyone.
Daniel 7:9,13,14
May God reveal Himself and His glory to you in real and personal ways.
In our next Bible study article we will look at the names of Jesus Christ and their meanings.
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